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What is engineering?​

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Engineering is the process of designing the human-made world. Engineering is the systematic application of knowledge and experience to solve problems and protect and improve lives. It takes a thought, or an abstract idea, and translates it into reality.
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Engineering is an occupation with an extremely wide reach. The term 'engineering' covers many fields and, by extension, many skills. Engineers are scientists, inventors, designers, builders and great thinkers and improve the state of the world, expand human capability and make people's lives safer and easier.

Engineering skills include:

  • The scientific method
  • Social, cultural and economic awareness
  • Mathematics
  • Biology, chemistry, physics and other areas of science
  • Creativity
  • Teamwork
  • Where science is involved with designs, buildings, use of engines, machines, and structures.
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