Introduction
The Electrical Engineering is the most important branch of Engineering and it is getting more and more. So, I decide to research about some answers for questions which come to our minds, about Engineering and specially the profession of Electrical Engineering.
Here some examples, what kind of problems do Engineer dealing with?
What is the type of projects did he work on it?
I hope a good time for you with this few pages.
What is Engineering?
Engineering is defined as the application of scientific and mathematical principles to practical ends such as design, manufacture, and operation of efficient and economical structures, machines, processes, and systems.(1)
…the application of scientific knowledge about matter and energy for practical human uses such as construction, machinery, products, or systems. (2) http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/subjectguides/appliedsg.html
Joseph W. Barker gives a more detailed description of engineering in the McGraw-Hill encyclopedia of engineering (2nd ed. New York, McGraw-Hill, 1993. Pages 409-410.
“Most simply, the art of directing the great sources of power in nature for the use and the convenience of humans. In its modern form engineering involves people, money, materials, machines, and energy. It is differentiated from science because it is primarily concerned with how to direct to useful and economical ends the natural phenomena which scientists discover and formulate into acceptable theories. Engineering therefore requires above all the creative imagination to innovate useful applications of natural phenomena. It is always dissatisfied with present methods and equipment. It seeks newer, cheaper, better means of using natural sources of energy and materials to improve the standard of living and to diminish toil. Traditionally there were two divisions or disciplines, military engineering and civil engineering. As knowledge of natural phenomena grew and the potential civil applications became more complex, the civil engineering discipline tended to become more and more specialized. The practicing engineer began to restrict operations to narrower channels. For instance, civil engineering came to be concerned primarily with static structures, such as dams, bridges, and buildings, whereas mechanical engineering split off to concentrate on dynamic structures, such as machinery and engines. Similarly, mining engineering became concerned with the discovery of, and removal from, geological structures of metalliferous ore bodies, whereas metallurgical engineering involved extraction and refinement of the metals from the ores. From the practical applications of electricity and chemistry, electrical and chemical engineering arose.
Professional Societies
There are many professional societies for electrical engineers such as:
IEE
The IEE is an innovative international organization for electronics, electrical, manufacturing and IT professionals, with specifically tailored products, services and qualifications to meet the needs of today's technology industry.
IEEE
The IEEE is a non-profit, technical professional association of more than 350,000 individual members in 150 countries. Through its members, the IEEE is a leading authority in technical areas ranging from computer engineering, biomedical technology and telecommunications, to electric power, aerospace and consumer electronics, among others. Through its technical publishing, conferences, and consensus-based standards activities, the IEEE produces 30 percent of the world's published literature in electrical engineering, computers and control technology, holds annually more than 300 major conferences, and has more than 800 active standards with 700 under development.
EEI
Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association of U.S. shareholder-owned electric companies, international affiliates and industry associates worldwide. Its U.S. members serve over 90 percent of all customers served by the shareholder-owned segment of the industry. They generate approximately three-quarters of all the electricity generated by electric companies in the country and service about 70 percent of all ultimate customers in the nation. EEI's mission focuses on advocating public policy, expanding market opportunities, and providing strategic business information. (3)
Electrical Engineering Careers
The Electrical Engineering Graduates may assume job responsibilities in the following sectors:First: Analysis, design, operating and maintenance of all the equipments included in all power stations.Second: Analysis, design, operating and maintenance of all the equipments for electronic and communications systems.Third: Analysis, design, operating and maintenance of all the computer equipments and peripherals together with the software facilities.Fourth: Design and developing medical equipments for clinics and hospitals for easing patient problems. (4) The website of faculty of engineering (KAAU)
Some Tasks
Confer with engineers, customers, and others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects and products.
Design, implement, maintain, and improve electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.
Operate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
Direct and coordinate manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation, and testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements.
Perform detailed calculations to compute and establish manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications.
Inspect completed installations and observe operations, to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standards.
Plan and implement research methodology and procedures to apply principles of electrical theory to engineering projects.
Prepare specifications for purchase of materials and equipment.
Supervise and train project team members as necessary.
Investigate and test vendors' and competitors' products.(5)
Work Activities
Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
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Work Styles
Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
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Engineering license
Why should I become a licensed engineer?
There are 5 reasons to become licensed:
1. All 50 states(in the U.S) have adopted laws requiring engineers to obtain a license prior to engaging in private practice, providing engineering consultation, performing engineering services, entering into contracts, or submitting original designs, plans, or specifications for approval.
2. Many companies consider licensing important when assigning supervisory tasks to their employees.
3. Many companies consider licensing important for employee advancement along technical lines.
4. Many city, state, and government agencies now require PE licenses for all their employees who perform responsible engineering duties of any kind.
5. Licensing is required to be an expert witness. (6)
Discussion
*Engineering is the application of scientific knowledge about matter and energy for practical human uses such as construction, machinery, products , or systems.
*Professional Society is organization which contains people or companies that has common goals about specific field.
Such as: international organization for electronics (IEE)
Edison Electric Institute (EEI)
*Electrical engineer can work in many companies in the government and private.
Some companies that can hire electrical engineers: oil, electricity, telecom, computer,
* Electrical engineer has some tasks and work activities: Interacting with Computers, Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work, Dependability, Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge, Making Decisions and Solving Problems, Getting Information, Dependability, Thinking Creatively.
* Like any profession, Engineering has a license.
Sources
1. The American heritage dictionary.1992
2. http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/subjectguides/appliedsg.html
3. http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/subjectguides/appliedsg.html
4. The website of faculty of engineering (KAAU)
6. www.drblank.com
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