This document provides an overview of engineering as a field of study and profession. It discusses:
- The history of engineering, dating back to ancient civilizations and their structures.
- Key terminology related to engineering, including its focus on applying science to solve problems and convert natural resources.
- The main functions of engineering, such as research, design, construction, and management to solve technical problems.
- Engineering design methodology which aims to find optimal solutions considering conflicting constraints.
- Requirements for engineering education and professional certification around the world.
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Introduction to Engineering (Beasiswa Indonesia Maju)
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3. History of Engineering
(1)
The first engineer known by name and
achievement is Imhotep, builder of the
Step Pyramid at 畊aqqrah, Egypt, ~ 2550
BCE.
Followed then...
The Pharos (great lighthouse) of
Alexandria (~250 BC)
The Pont du Gard aqueduct (~60 AD)
The Colosseum of Rome (~80 AD)
The Borobudur (~825 AD)
4. History of Engineering (2)
Civil Engineering first professional society: 18th century
Mechanical Engineering: Improvements to the steam engine by
James Watt in 1769 including the invention of the steam
condenser
Electrical Engineering: Electric cell invented in 1800 by
Alessandro Volta
In the late 20th century electrical and electronics engineers
outnumbered all others in the world.
Chemical engineering: 19th-century proliferation of industrial
processes involving chemical reactions in metallurgy, food,
textiles, and many other areas. By 1880 the use of chemicals in
manufacturing had created an industry whose function was the
mass production of chemicals.
5. Terminology
The words engine and ingenious
are derived from the same Latin
root, ingenerare, which means
to create.
Engineering: the application of
science to the optimum
conversion of the resources of
nature to the uses of humankind.
6. Principles
Associated with engineering is a great body
of (special) knowledge (BoK) Electrical
Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,etc
Preparation (Education) for professional
(engineering) practice involves extensive
training in the application of that
knowledge.
Standards of engineering practice are
maintained through the efforts of
professional societies.
7. Body of Knowledge of Electrical Engineering
7
BASIC SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS
CORE SUBJECTS
Digital System, Electronics, Circuit and Signal, Discrete Mathematics,
Statistics, Programming, Electromagnetics, Engineering Mathematics
BREADTH SUBJECTS
Advanced Electronics, Power System,
Telecommunications, Computer Architecture, Signal
Processing, Digital Control System, Microprocessors,
System Engineering, Hardware Implementation
ELECTIVE DEPTH
SUBJECTS
CAPSTONE
PROJECTS
8. Scientist versus
Engineer
The function of the scientist is to know, while that
of the engineer is to do.
Scientist tool is the scientific method, while
engineer tool is the engineering design method.
Scientists add to the store of verified systematized
knowledge of the physical world, and engineers
bring this knowledge to bear on practical problems.
Unlike scientists, engineers are not free to select
the problems that interest them. They must solve
problems as they arise, and their solutions must
satisfy conflicting requirements.
9. Engineering Functions
Problem solving is common to all engineering work. The problem may
involve quantitative or qualitative factors; it may be physical or
economic; it may require abstract mathematics or common sense.
Of great importance is the process of creative synthesis or design,
putting ideas together to create a new and optimum solution:
Engineering design method.
The engineering solution is the optimum solution that taking many
factors into account. It may be the most reliable within a given weight
limit, the simplest that will satisfy certain safety requirements, or the
most efficient for a given cost. Usually, efficiency costs money, safety
adds to complexity, and improved performance increases weight. In
many engineering problems the social and environmental costs are
significant.
Engineering design is set of engineering decisions.
10. Major Function of Engineering (1)
Research. Using mathematical and scientific concepts, experimental techniques,
and inductive reasoning, the research engineer seeks new principles and
processes.
Development. Development engineers apply the results of research to useful
purposes. Creative application of new knowledge may result in a working model
of a new electrical circuit, a chemical process, or an industrial machine.
Design. In designing a structure or a product, the engineer selects methods,
specifies materials, and determines shapes to satisfy technical requirements and
to meet performance specifications.
Construction. The construction engineer is responsible for preparing the site,
determining procedures that will economically and safely yield the desired
quality, directing the placement of materials, and organizing the personnel and
equipment.
11. Major Function of Engineering (2)
Production. Plant layout and equipment selection are the responsibility of
the production engineer, who chooses processes and tools, integrates the
flow of materials and components, and provides for testing and inspection.
Operation. The operating engineer controls machines, plants, and
organizations providing power, transportation, and communication;
determines procedures; and supervises personnel to obtain reliable and
economic operation of complex equipment.
Management. In some countries and industries, engineers analyze
customers requirements, recommend units to satisfy needs economically,
and resolve related problems.
Other functions: maintenance, troubleshooting, standardization, etc
12. The Engineering
Design
Problem formulation is key in
engineering design
Accurate problem formulation results
optimum solution
Accurate problem formulation
requires comprehensive
understanding on problems
background and situation
Optimum solution must consider the
constraints and chosen systematically
among possible alternatives
13. Keywords in
Engineering
Knowledge of Math and Basic Sciences
Specific Body of Knowledge
Engineering Tools: SW, HW, Supportive
tools
Engineering Design Methodology
Optimization of Conflicting Constraints
14. Engineering Professional Path (in Indonesia)
Sarjana
Teknik
By PT
Insinyur
By PSPPI PT
Insinyur
Profesional
By PII
STRI
By PII
(International)
Professional
Engineer
Example:
Asian Eng by AFEO
Reference: UU Keinsinyuran No. 11 / 2014
15. Engineer VS Technologist VS Technician
Engineer Technologist Technician
Akademik Vokasi Vokasi
Sarjana Sarjana Terapan (D4) Ahli Madya (A.Md.)
to develop solutions to complex
engineering problems.
to defined and applied engineering
procedures, processes, systems or
methodologies.
to wide practical procedures and
practices
Complex problem Broadly-defined problem Well-defined problem
Washington Accord Sidney Accord Dublin Accord
16. International Agreement
on Engineering Education
Washington Accord: a multi-lateral agreement between bodies
responsible for accreditation or recognition of tertiary-level
engineering qualifications within their jurisdictions who have
chosen to work collectively to assist the mobility of professional
engineers.
ABET, IABEE
On the basis of Outcome Based Education (OBE), mandatory
competencies for future engineer are established:
Mastery of Math and Basic Sciences for engineering activities
Engineering design skill
Communication, Ethics, and Team working
Experimental skill
Lifelong learning
19. Study abroad is not always better, but
Chance to exposed to frontier science R & D
Chance for better academic atmosphere
Chance to exposed to other cultures
20. Tips for study abroad
Gather all available information:
Administrative matters
Local daily live and culture
Your program studys curricula
Local Indonesian students
Learn and master the language
Blend Join local Indonesian community
Respect local culture and adapt
Choose your friend carefully
Save your money
Focus, prioritize, focus
21. A sign of
maturity is when
you know your
purpose in life,
and are willing
to live a life that
fulfills that
purpose