Future of Mechanical Engineering

Keywords Bioengineering Mechatronics Robotics Nanotechnology MEMS 

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In summary, this exercise in Planning for the Future of Mechanical Engineering consists of four elements described in Figure 1-2 as 1) Establish a Statement of the Theme, 2) Describe the Core Background Elements, 3) Analyze the Current Condition s Shortfalls, and 4) Select Statements of the Problem. 

Planning for the Future of Mechanical Engineering 1. Establish a Statement of the Theme... 

These scenarios are not predictions, but are imaginative possibilities for what could occur. They are presented as a starting point way to leverage the current corporate intelligence of the engineering community to assist in planning for the future of mechanical engineering. 

Figure 2-4 Points of improvement in planning for the future of mechanical engineering education.

Therefore, it is argued that systems competency should be a part of the DNA of mechanical engineering education based on the mental model presented earlier of content and competency mastery. A continuing examination of planning for the future of mechanical engineering education is presented. A second competency gap, the sustainability competency, is described next. 

The impact of Lean Engineering Education could be substantial. If mechanical engineers could interact with the world to overcome failure to conceptualize systemic consequences, to withhold consumption of resources beyond the earths means and to engage in good for the advancement of civil society, then planning for the future of mechanical engineering education is time well spent. 

The lack of opportunity to develop systems, sustainability and ethics competency within the educational experience creates difficulties for early career engineers. These mechanical engineers may find it difficult to address challenges encountered because they do not possess the competencies required by workplace. This chapter provides alternative examples to conventional methods, designed to benefit students, employers, society and faculty. Moreover, it explores the future of mechanical engineering practice in the context of job opportunities, hiring... 

ASME Board on Education (2012). Vision 2030 Creating the Future of Mechanical Engineering Education, ASME Board on Education, V2030 Project Group, go.asme.org/v2030... 

ASME V2030 Action Agenda - Creating the Future of Mechanical Engineering Education... 

American Society of Mechanical Engineers. (2008). 2028 vision for mechanical engineering A report on the future of mechanical engineering. New York, NY ASME. 

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