Where do engineers work?

Engineering is an all-encompassing term for a range of professional abilities that affects everything from the food we eat to the cars we drive.  The word ‘engineer’ is thought to derive from the Latin word ingenium – meaning ‘invention.’  As such it strikes as a very practical term – one that applies problem-solving and gained knowledge to the application of everyday scenarios.

The key, here, is the word ‘everyday.’  Engineering is all around.  You will have depended on engineering in some form or another today.  The good news, therefore, is that there are also plenty of chances to try your hand at becoming one.   Explore the site to find out more about engineering and how it affects you and your life.

To find out more about the engineering in cars click here

To learn about how engineering is used in the building of planes click here

To explore the range of applications in houses and buildings click here

To understand how engineering affects everyday gadgets click here