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Introduction to Engineering

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Introduction to Engineering

The nature of engineering and it's societal impact are covered, as well as the educational and...

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The nature of engineering and it's societal impact are covered, as well as the educational and legal requirements needed to become an engineer.

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Grades: 9 , 10 , 11 , 12

Organizations: CK-12 Foundation , CK-12 Community

Tags: societal impact , consultant , electronics , engineer

Created: Sep. 17, 2009 09:13 PM

Last Edited: Sep. 02, 2010 10:29 AM

Introduction to Engineering

Nature of Engineering

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Nature of Engineering

The nature of engineering and it's societal impact are covered, as well as the educational and...

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The nature of engineering and it's societal impact are covered, as well as the educational and legal requirements needed to become an engineer.

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Grades: 9 , 10 , 11 , 12

Organizations: CK-12 Foundation

Tags: mortality rate , patent , global economy , microelectronics

Created: Jun. 16, 2010 01:54 PM

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Nature of Engineering

Engineering & Society

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Engineering & Society

Engineers contribute to the development of many innovations that improve life. We investigate how...

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Engineers contribute to the development of many innovations that improve life. We investigate how engineers work to meet human needs; great engineering accomplishments of the past; and consider needs that engineering must meet in the future.

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Grades: 9 , 10 , 11 , 12

Organizations: CK-12 Foundation , CK-12 Community

Tags: human needs , engineers , gravity , ethics

Created: Sep. 17, 2009 09:13 PM

Last Edited: Jun. 16, 2010 01:54 PM

Engineering & Society

Introduction to Engineering Design

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Introduction to Engineering Design

Engineering design process, how it differs design processes, and how the implementation of the desig...

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Engineering design process, how it differs design processes, and how the implementation of the design process effects the quality of the resulting design.

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Grades: 9 , 10 , 11 , 12

Organizations: CK-12 Foundation , CK-12 Community

Tags: greenhouse gas , evaluation , engineering design process , dimension

Created: Sep. 17, 2009 09:13 PM

Last Edited: Jun. 16, 2010 01:54 PM

Introduction to Engineering Design

Connecting Science and Mathematics to Engineering

Connecting Science and Mathematics to...

CK-12 Foundation

Connecting Science and Mathematics to Engineering

The application of the principles of mathematics and science to the creation or modification of...

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The application of the principles of mathematics and science to the creation or modification of components, systems, and processes for the benefit of society are covered with a focus on the balance between quality, performance, and cost.

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Grades: 9 , 10 , 11 , 12

Organizations: CK-12 Foundation

Tags: implement , phenomenon , quality , science

Created: Sep. 17, 2009 09:13 PM

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Connecting Science and Mathematics to Engineering

A Brief History of Engineering

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A Brief History of Engineering

How engineers use creativity and judgment to solve societal how problems; complex engineering...

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How engineers use creativity and judgment to solve societal how problems; complex engineering problems are usually solved by teams are covered; as well as the intended desirable consequences and unintended undesirable consequences of engineering

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Grades: 9 , 10 , 11 , 12

Organizations: CK-12 Foundation , CK-12 Community

Tags: qanal , cistern , chronometer , cesspit

Created: Sep. 17, 2009 09:13 PM

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A Brief History of Engineering

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Engineering: An Introduction for High School

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Introduces engineering techniques and practices to high school students. This book is designed for a broad range of student abilities and does not require significant math or science prerequisites.

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CK-12 readers should treat this FlexBook as a final draft. This FlexBook underwent a thorough review conducted by practicing teachers, domain experts, copyeditors, technical editors, and has been developed following state and national standards. It can be used in its current form, "flexed" (customized), and/or printed by the user. CK-12 supports feedback on all of its FlexBooks so that they can be continually improved and updated.

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