Project managers have different methodologies at their disposal to monitor the progress of a project and keep it on track. One of the most popular among these methods is waterfall project management. Keep reading to learn more. What Is Waterfall Project Management? Waterfall project management is a project management methodology where tasks happen sequentially. In…
The engineering design process is a powerful framework to devise solutions for all types of problems. In this blog post, we outline the seven steps of the engineering design process, one of the most popular versions of this method. What Is the Engineering Design Process? As we have seen in previous posts, the engineering design…
With applications in all types of industries, project management is becoming increasingly popular. But is project management a good career? Let’s find out. What Is Project Management? First, let’s take a minute to define what project management is and what does a project manager do. Simply put, project management is the use of techniques to…
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”…
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…
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…
Engineering design and project management go hand in hand, so it’s easy to assume that good design engineers make good project managers. While this may make sense, the truth is not as simple as it seems. Why Good Design Engineers May Make Good Project Managers Design engineers are equipped with many qualities we associate with…
Choosing a career can feel daunting, but learning more about the alternatives you have in mind can make things a lot easier. If you are thinking about engineering design as a possible career choice, you are in luck because today we bring you three reasons to choose a career in engineering design. You Get to…
Even if you are only vaguely familiar with the worlds of construction and engineering, chances are that you have heard about project managers. But what does a project manager do? Keep reading to discover the answer. What Does a Project Manager Do? Simply put, a project manager is in charge of ensuring that a project…