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An inquiry-based introduction to engineering / Michelle Blum.

Blum, Michelle, author.
2022
TA145
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Title
An inquiry-based introduction to engineering / Michelle Blum.
Author
Blum, Michelle, author.
ISBN
9783030914714 (electronic bk.)
3030914712 (electronic bk.)
9783030914707
3030914704
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-91471-4
Published
Cham : Springer, [2022]
Copyright
©2022
Language
English
Description
1 online resource (xix, 316 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color)
Item Number
10.1007/978-3-030-91471-4 doi
Call Number
TA145
Dewey Decimal Classification
620
Summary
The text introduces engineering to first-year undergraduate students using Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL). It draws on several different inquiry-based instruction types such as confirmation inquiry, structured inquiry, guided inquiry, and open inquiry, and all of their common elements. Professor Blums approach emphasizes the students role in the learning process, empowering them in the classroom to explore the material, ask questions, and share ideas, instead of the instructor lecturing to passive learners about what they need to know. Beginning with a preface to IBL, the book is organized into three parts, each consisting of four to ten chapters. Each chapter has a dedicated topic where an initial few paragraphs of introductory or fundamental material are provided. This is followed by a series of focused questions that guide the students learning about the concept(s) being taught. Featuring multiple inquiry-based strategies, each most appropriate to the topic, An Inquiry-Based Approach to Introduction to Engineering stands as an easy to use textbook that quickly allows students to actively engage with the content during every class period. Moves instructors and students beyond passive, transmission-based learning, using inquiry based learning strategies; Focuses on technical and life skill content as well as how to maximize outcomes using inquiry-based learning; Contextualizes inquiry based learning across engineering disciplines.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Intro
Preface
References
Acknowledgments
Contents
About the Author
Part I: Being an Effective Student
Chapter 1: Achieving Success in Engineering
1.1 Setting Goals
1.2 Changing Attitude
1.3 Changing Effort
1.4 Changing Approach
1.5 Extracurricular and Student Involvement Opportunities
1.6 Information to Know
1.7 Develop a Plan
End of Chapter Questions
IBL Questions
Practice Problems
References
Chapter 2: Teaching and Learning Approaches
2.1 Teaching Approaches
2.2 Learning Approaches
2.3 Improving the Learning Process

End of Chapter Problems
IBL Questions
Practice Problems
References
Chapter 3: Essential Skills for Learning
3.1 Semester and Course Preparation
3.2 Lecture Preparation
3.3 Learning During Lecture
3.4 Reading to Learn
3.5 Preparing for Exams
3.6 Successfully Taking Exams
3.7 Time Organization and Management
3.8 The Student/Professor Relationship
3.9 Working with Your Peers and in Teams
3.10 Benefits of Institutional Resources
End of Chapter Problems
IBL Questions
Practice Problems
References
Chapter 4: Understanding Yourself and Others

4.1 Understanding Yourself
4.2 Understanding Others
4.3 Personal Assessment
End of Chapter Questions
IBL Questions
Practice Problems
References
Part II: The Engineering Profession
Chapter 5: The Engineering Profession
5.1 Engineering Disciplines
5.2 Engineering Societies
5.3 Engineering Degrees and Registrations
5.4 ABET
5.5 Engineering Employment Opportunities and Functions
End of Chapter Problems
IBL Questions
Practice Problems
References
Chapter 6: Engineering Problem-Solving
6.1 Types of Problems
6.2 Problem-Solving Technique

6.3 Problem-Solving Presentation
End of Chapter Problems
IBL Questions
Practice Problems
References
Chapter 7: Engineering Design and Experiments
7.1 The Engineering Design Process
7.2 Experimental Design Process
End of Chapter Problems
IBL Questions
Practice Problems
References
Chapter 8: Engineering Ethics
8.1 Making Ethical Decisions
8.2 Ethics as a Student
8.3 Ethics as an Engineer
End of Chapter Problems
IBL Questions
Practice Problems
References
Chapter 9: Engineering Communications
9.1 Written Communication 1: Technical Writing

9.2 Written Communication 2: Professional Writing
9.3 Visual Presentations
9.4 Oral Presentations
9.5 Team Communication
End of Chapter Problems
IBL Questions
Practice Problems
References
Part III: Engineering Fundamental Parameters
Chapter 10: Dimensions and Units
10.1 Fundamental Dimensions and Units
10.2 Primary and Secondary Units
10.2.1 Primary Units
10.2.2 Secondary Units
10.3 Dimensional Analysis and Homogeneity
10.4 Unit Conversions
10.5 Significant Digits
10.6 Scientific Notation
10.7 Estimation and Reasonableness

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