It is important to the engineer that he knows what is expected of him so that he may be able to perform his job effectively and efficiently.
stone blade axe - very useful tool
irrigation system (6000 to 3000 BC) - used to promote crop growing
Pyramids of Egypt - 3000 to 600 BC
Roadbuilding by the Romans - 600 BC to 400 AD
Production of paper and gunpowder by the Chinese - 100 AD to 1600 AD
Production of steam engine and the spinning and weaving machinery - 1601 AD to 1799 AD
Manufacture of cars and household appliances - modern times
engineers have become an indispensable segment of the world's professions
production of more food for a fast growing world population
elimination of air and water pollution
solid waste disposal and materials recycling
reduction of noise in various forms
supplying the increasing demand for energy
supplying the increasing demand for mobility
preventing and solving crimes
increasing demand for communication facilities
Research - engineer is engaged in the process of learning about nature and codifying this knowledge into usable theories
Design and Development - turning a product concept to a finished physical item
Testing - new products or parts are tested for work ability
Manufacturing - engineer is directly in charge of production personnel or assumes responsibility for the product
Construction - construction engineer (civil engineer) is either directly in charge of the construction personnel or may have responsibility for the quality of the construction process
Sales - engineer assists the company's customers to meet their needs
Consulting - engineer works as consultant
Government - engineer may find employment in the government performing any of the various tasks in regulating, monitoring, and controlling the activities of various institutions, public and private
Teaching - engineer gets employment in a school an is assigned as a teacher of engineering courses
Management - engineer is assigned to manage groups of people performing specific tasks
Summary
Engineers are known for their great contributions to the development of the world's civilization. There are many areas where their presence is necessary