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What is ENGINEERING?
      • ‘Making things work!’
      • Definition (from dictionary.com) of an engineer:
        • n 1: a person who uses scientific knowledge to solve practical problems
      • The application of mathematics and science 
        to provide solutions to human needs
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What Areas of Engineering Are There for Me to Work in?
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Major Engineering Disciplines
  • Aeronautical
  • Aerospace
  • Agricultural
  • Architectural
  • Automotive
  • Biomedical
  • Ceramic
  • Chemical
  • Civil
  • Computer
  • Electrical


  • Environmental
  • Geological
  • Industrial
  • Manufacturing
  • Marine
  • Materials
  • Mechanical
  • Nuclear
  • Petroleum
  • Systems
  • Textile


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What Skills Are Required for Success in Engineering?
  • Math & Science – the more you know,        the more problems can solve
  • Creative Problem Solver – think out of the box
  • Ability to Work & Think - as a team
  • Knowing how to learn
    • Today’s technology is rapidly
    • evolving and you will continually
    • have to learn new things

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Why Pre-Engineering at SST?
  • To use math & science hands-on to creatively solve problems that matter
  • Set and achieve goals as part of a team –learning valuable skills along the way
  • Exposure to interesting careers
  • To see if engineering is for you
  • Earn College Credits
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What Kinds of Things Would We Learn & Do in Pre-Engineering?
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Learn Basic Mechanisms
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Explore Basic Electronics
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Harness the Work of Simple Machines
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Experiment with Building Bridges Using Computer Simulation
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Courses Available
  • Available in 2007/2008:
  • Principles of Engineering
  • Introduction to Engineering Design
  • Digital Electronics
  • Civil Engineering and Architecture
  • Potential options for 2008/2009?
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Engineering Design and Development
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Do You Have the Right Stuff?
  • Looking for a sense of accomplishment
  • Enjoy learning new things
  • Good at math and science
  • Like to solve problems
  • Want to be challenged
  • Desire a rewarding career
  • Excited about making a difference
  • Curious to try/apply new technologies
  • Planning to lead in a technological world
  •  ???


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To SST Pre-Engineering!!
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