As we have seen in previous posts, engineering design is an interesting, rewarding professional path. But what are the requirements to become a design engineer? Here’s what you need to know if you are considering a career in engineering design. Education and Skills In order to become a design engineer, you need a bachelor’s degree…
Project management and engineering design are two concepts that play a key role in our everyday lives. But what is the relationship between these two disciplines? What Is Project Management? When we talk about project management, we refer to the application of processes and skills to ensure that a sequence of related tasks is carried…
Kaizen events are a key component of the production method known as lean manufacturing. Keep reading to learn more about kaizen events and their importance to engineering design. What Is a Kaizen Event? Let’s begin by drawing a clear distinction between kaizen and kaizen events. The term “kaizen” is a Japanese word that can be…
Today we take a closer look at one of the most interesting and complex types of engineering design: Civil engineering design. Keep reading to learn more! What Is Civil Engineering Design? Civil engineering design is a discipline that aims to produce designs, drawings, and technical specifications for heavy civil infrastructure. The term “heavy infrastructure” includes…
If you are a young hands-on person who is also math-inclined, you may be wondering if engineering design is a good career for you. Today we give you the lowdown on the pros and cons of engineering design so you can make an informed decision. Is Engineering Design a Good Career? First things first: Let’s…
Today we take a closer look at CFD, one of the most interesting tools at the disposal of design engineers. Keep reading to learn more. What Is CFD? CFD stands for Computational Fluid Dynamics. As the name implies, CFD allows design engineers to simulate the motion of fluids using a computer. Here, the term “fluid”…
Today we take a deep dive into a second batch of essential terms to understand project management. To take a look at the first part of our list (“Activity” to “Late start/finish date”) just click here. Milestones These are progress points that signify the completion of an important phase of a project. Projects are usually…
Project management is extremely useful but also packed with terms whose meaning can be obscure to the uninitiated. From “Activity” to “Kanban,” here’s the first part of our list of essential terms to understand project management. Activity Project managers call “activity” any scheduled phase in the deployment of a project. Activities have well-defined beginning and…
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your own project manager? While the management of big projects is better left to professionals, there are some project management tools anyone can use to streamline their workflow. All these alternatives are free, easy-to-use, and put the power of project management at your fingertips.…
A lot of people struggle to understand the difference between project management and program management. Luckily, a clear explanation is enough to dispel the confusion. Program Management vs. Program Management We have covered project management extensively in previous posts. To sum it up, a project is a series of tasks with a limited scope and…