1st Edition
Educating Scientists and Engineers for Academic and Non-Academic Career Success
In an increasingly technological world, the education of scientists and engineers has become an activity of growing importance. Educating Scientists and Engineers for Academic and Non-Academic Career Success focuses on the structure of the current educational system and describes the transformations needed to ensure the adequate education of future science and engineering students.
The book describes how university faculty can make the necessary changes to teach a broader range of skills, technical proficiency, teamwork, adaptability, and versatility within the undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum. Also covered are approaches to provide a broader exposure to experiences desired by both academic and non-university employers to prepare students for an increasingly interdisciplinary, collaborative, and global job market.
Scientists and Engineers
Introduction
Historical Aspects of Science and Engineering
Definitions
The Concept of a Profession
Evaluation
The Impact of Science and Engineering
References
Education of Scientists and Engineers
Introduction
The Preuniversity Experience
The Baccalaureate Experience
The Graduate Degree Experience
Grading and Marking
Postdoctoral Education and Beyond
References
Professional Societies and Education
Introduction
Professional Societies
Professional Qualifications
Further Education
Effectiveness of Society Activities
The Future
References
Gaps in Knowledge
Introduction
Preuniversity Education
Undergraduate Education
Postgraduate Education
Education and Sports Programs
Teaching Ethics
The Gender Gap
References
Bridging the Knowledge Gap
Introduction
Science for Engineers
Engineering for Scientists
The Missing Links
A Multidisciplinary Approach
Strategies for Closing Knowledge Gaps
The Future
References
The Complete Scientist and Engineer
Introduction
Motivation
Interpersonal Skills
Written Communication
Theoretical Knowledge to Practical Experience
Intellectual Property and Its Role in Education
References
The Future
Introduction
The Future of Education
Evaluation
Criteria for Success
Overhauling the Concept of Tenure
A National Policy
References
Glossary
Biography
James G. Speight is the author of more than 60 books in petroleum science, petroleum engineering, and environmental sciences. He has doctorate degrees in chemistry, geological sciences, and petroleum engineering. Dr. Speight has served as adjunct professor in the Department of Chemical and Fuels Engineering at the University of Utah and also in the Departments of Chemistry and Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at the University of Wyoming. In addition he has been a visiting professor in chemical engineering at the following universities: the University of Missouri-Columbia, the Technical University of Denmark, and the University of Trinidad and Tobago.
