Engineering — En gi*neer ing, n. Originally, the art of managing engines; in its modern and extended sense, the art and science by which the properties of matter are made useful to man, whether in structures, machines, chemical substances, or living organisms; … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Engineering — The Watt steam engine, a major driver in the Industrial Revolution, underscores the importance of engineering in modern history. This model is on display at the main building of the ETSIIM in Madrid, Spain. Engineering is the discipline, art,… … Wikipedia
engineering — /en jeuh near ing/, n. 1. the art or science of making practical application of the knowledge of pure sciences, as physics or chemistry, as in the construction of engines, bridges, buildings, mines, ships, and chemical plants. 2. the action, work … Universalium
Engineering — Als Ingenieurwissenschaften (auch Ingenieurwesen) werden diejenigen Wissenschaften bezeichnet, die sich in ihrem Bereich mit der Forschung und der technischen Entwicklung oder auch Konstruktion sowie der Produktionstechnik beschäftigen und dabei… … Deutsch Wikipedia
engineering — noun Date: 1720 1. the activities or function of an engineer 2. a. the application of science and mathematics by which the properties of matter and the sources of energy in nature are made useful to people b. the design and manufacture of complex … New Collegiate Dictionary
Engineering — Engineer En gi*neer , v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Engineered}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Engineering}.] 1. To lay out or construct, as an engineer; to perform the work of an engineer on; as, to engineer a road. J. Hamilton. [1913 Webster] 2. To use contrivance… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Engineering education — is the activity of teaching knowledge and principles related to the professional practice of engineering. It includes the initial education for becoming an engineer and any advanced education and specialization that follow. Engineering education… … Wikipedia
Engineering technology — (ET) is a field of study which focuses on the applications of engineering and modern technology, rather than the theoretical.EducationIn the United States, Engineering Technology programs are accredited through the Technology Accreditation… … Wikipedia
Engineering Undergraduate Society of the University of British Columbia — Engineering Undergraduate Society (EUS), is the engineering society at the University of British Columbia. It organizes Engineering department events but is perhaps best known for practical jokes (STUdeNT projectS) it has played in the past,… … Wikipedia
Engineering economics — Engineering economics, previously known as engineering economy, is a subset of economics for application to engineering projects. Engineers seek solutions to problems, and the economic viability of each potential solution is normally considered… … Wikipedia
Engineering ethics — is the field of applied ethics which examines and sets standards for engineers obligations to the public, their clients, employers and the profession. This article addresses the subject for both professional engineers and other… … Wikipedia
