Research Guides: Engineering: Websites

Recommended Websites

10 major engineering challenges of the next decade
From Elsevier, major engineering challenges facing society. Elsevier is a publisher of scientific journals, and provides information and industry insights on the website.
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.,
The accrediting body for engineering and science programs. From the ABET website: We accredit college and university programs in the disciplines of applied and natural science, computing, engineering and engineering technology at the associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree levels.
With ABET accreditation, students, employers and society can be confident that a program meets the quality standards that produce graduates prepared to enter a global workforce.
Engineering.com:
The mission of the website is to inform, inspire and engage engineering minds to be and do better. In-depth original content is included that excites and educates, paired with a customizable platform, ProjectBoard for STEM communities to take action and showcase their achievements. Many resources are featured to support engineering students and professionals with articles, projects and other information,
History of Engineering
From Britannica.com. History of engineering, prominent figures, examples.
IEEE.tv Engineering Videos
Videos include standards, current information, and profiles of prominent figures in engineering. A not-for-profit organization, IEEE is the world's technical professional organization. From the website: Tune in to IEEE.tv for innovative engineering & technology news.
LIvescience.com: What is Engineering
Livescience is a science website which provides current stories and information about all science topics. From the website: Livescience missions is to empower and inspire our readers with the tools needed to understand the world and appreciate its everyday awe.
National Academy of Engineering: NAE Grand Challenges for Engineering
The NAE identified 14 challenges facing life in the 21st century. These are outlined in a full report available from the website. From the website: With input from people around the world, an international group of leading technological thinkers were asked to identify the Grand Challenges for Engineering in the 21st century. Their 14 game-changing goals for improving life on the planet, announced in 2008, are outlined here. The committee suggested these Grand Challenges fall into four cross-cutting themes: SUSTAINABILITY, HEALTH, SECURITY, and JOY OF LIVING.
8 of the Greatest Challenges Facing Engineering
The 8 challenges facing engineers. Includes climate, mechanical, other issues.

IEEE (Institution of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)
This is the world’s largest professional association for the advancement of technology. Their mission: IEEE and its members inspire a global community to innovate for a better tomorrow through highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities. IEEE is the trusted “voice” for engineering, computing, and technology information around the globe. Student membership is available: https://www.ieee.org/membership/join/index.html

The Specialized Work of Six Types of Engineers
Details the six specialized types of engineers. These include: civil, mechanical, production, chemical, biomedical, aerospace.
Types of Engineering: Salary Potential, Outlook and Using Your Degree
Different types of engineering, education and salary. Engineering falls into four types: chemical, civil, electrical and mechanical engineering.
Engineering Careers: the Balance
Description of engineering careers. Salary, job descriptions and typical responsibilities of engineers.