Engineering for Teens: A Beginner's Book for Aspiring Engineers by Pamela McCauley PhD

Explore engineering as a career with this introduction for ages 12 to 16 The job of an engineer is to solve all sorts of complex challenges facing the world while improving our lives through creative, innovative ideas. This engineering book for teens gives you a look into what engineers do and how they drive society forward through math and science. From designing tablets and smartphones to reimagining the way we collect and store renewable energy, this engineering book for teens introduces you to the major engineering disciplines and their distinct specialties, famous engineers throughout history, and more. Engineering for Teens offers: Engineering fundamentals―Discover the four main branches of engineering and their different specialties. Inspired inventions―Get examples of the incredible things that engineers have created, like fuel cells and medicines. Inclusivity in engineering―Learn all about the diversity within the field of engineering. Discover the wonders of engineering and prepare yourself for a life of scientific discovery with this engineering book for teens. Read more

From the Publisher Explore engineering with: Foundational info Take a deep look into chemical, civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering as well as their various specialties. Amazing inventions Get inspired by the incredible things engineers have created, like life-saving medicines, fuel cells, or even the flexible material that makes up snowboards. Engineering quiz Find out what kind of engineer you should be with a short quiz designed to help you discover what interests you the most.