Visit Engineering Council of Namibia web site
http://www.ecnamibia.org/
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ECN/ECSA Standard for BSC/BENG
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Engineering Professional Act 1991 ( as amended)
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What is Engineering?
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What is Engineering
ENGINEERING is the profession in which a knowledge of the mathematical and natural sciences gained by
study, experience, and practice is applied with judgement to develop ways to utilize, economically, the materials
and forces of nature for the benefit of mankind"
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What is Engineering Technology
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY is the part of the technological field that requires the application of scientific
and engineering knowledge and methods combined with technical skills in support of engineering activities; it
lies in the occupational spectrum between the craftsman and the engineer at the end of the spectrum closest to
the engineer.
REF: ABET
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Relationship between Engineering ,Technologist and Technican
from : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engineer
People who work as engineers typically have an academic degree (or equivalent work experience) in one of the
engineering disciplines.[3]
Engineers must also have skillset and methodology to problem solving that helps in making effective use of
their knowledge base.
Self motivated.
Enthusiasm to learn about emerging technologies, proprietary hardware/software and applications.
Logical approach to problem solving and troubleshooting
Detail oriented.
Quick thinking.
Calm under high pressure situations.
Good oral and written business communications, negotiation and time management skills.
Leadership skills - Organizing and motivating a group of engineers.
Drawing skills - To draw graphical workflow diagrams or CAD schematic drawings.
Training and mentoring skills - To train and mentor junior or fellow engineers or operational staff.
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What is Engineering Design?
(ABET Definition of Engineering Design)
Ref: Dr. Barry Hyman, Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Public Affairs. University of Washington.
Box 352600. Seattle, WA 98195
Engineering design is the process of devising a system, component, or process to meet desired needs.
It is a decision-making process (often iterative), in which the basic sciences and mathematics, and
engineering sciences are applied to convert resources optimally to meet a stated objective.
Among the fundamental elements of the design process are the establishment of objectives and criteria,
synthesis, analysis, construction, testing, and evaluation.
The engineering design component of a curriculum must include most of the following features:
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development of student creativity,
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use of open-ended problems,
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development and use of modern design theory and methodology,
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formulation of design problem statements and specifications,
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consideration of alternative solutions,
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feasibility considerations,
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production processes,
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concurrent engineering design, and
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detailed system descriptions.
Further, it is essential to include a variety of realistic constraints, such as economic factors, safety,
reliability, aesthetics, ethics, and social impact.