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Engineering Presentation.ppt
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- 2. What is anEngineer? PROBLEM SOLVER
- 3. Engineers are problemsolvers. →Use available technology to solve problems →Rely on creativity and academic skills →Use math, science, and computers It is very important to note that even though the tasks are very different, many of the methods used are common to all engineers.
- 4. THE ENGINEERING PROCESS: IDENTIFYand define a problem Implement Solution ANALYZE the problem Propose solutions Select and Design preferred solution
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- 8. TYPES OF CIVILENGINEERS STRUCTURAL TRANSPORTATION GEOTECHNICAL ENVIRONMENTAL WATER RESOURCES CONSTRUCTION
- 9. Structural Engineer Design andbuild structures. Mainly designs bridges, buildings, and tunnels
- 10. Transportation Engineer Designs transportation highway systems Modelstraffic flow, delay, etc. Develops timing system for traffic signals. Horizontal Curve Vertical Curve
- 11. Geotechnical Engineer Perform site investigations FoundationDesign Tunnel Design Embankment Design Retaining Wall Design
- 12. Environmental Engineer Designsand plans prevention, control and remediation of environmental health hazards. Environmental engineers will frequently specialize in one area, like air pollution, water pollution, landfill design, etc.
- 13. Water Resource Engineer Duties Data collection Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling Perform watershed assessments Preparation of drainage and water quality technical reports Conduct stormwater utilities feasibility studies and implementation Perform drainage calculations for design discharges, open channels, weirs and collection systems perform storm water quality related design (BMPS)
- 14. Construction Engineer Develop Pert/CPM diagrams Performance Calculations AnalyzeMaps, Drawings, Blueprints, Aerial Photographry, and topographic maps.
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- 19. WATER RESOURCE ENGINEERS Whodoes this?
- 20. Tips: How to Becomean Engineer! •Take as much math and science as possible •Take ACT and SAT in your junior year •Consider Co-Op Schools •Look for scholarships
- 21. How to Becomean Engineer! Suggested High School Education: Additional Chemistry Computer Class Graphic Class
- 22. KYTC Applications accepted forUK, Western, Ky State, and UL Summer Job and stipend $4850 – freshman and sophomore $5250 – juniors and seniors Check out state website: transportation.ky.gov/scholarship/info.asp Scholarships!