Description
Book SynopsisThis new handbook covers a wide range of engineering skills generally not taught in today''s college-level technical programs. New engineers, though technically sound, need to master these other skills upon entering the professional world. Topics covered include teaming, root cause analysis, Lean manufacturing and management, presentation skills, innovation, and change leadership. Based on the author's 30 years of engineering and leadership experience, this work contains a wealth of practical tips and advice, as well as lessons learned the hard way. Portable and concise, the handbook can help new engineers thrive in and enjoy the technical world and their professional careers.
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Lessons Learned and Food for Thought
Chapter 2 Leading and Working with Your Team
Chapter 3 Virtual Teams, Leading and Working with Virtual Teams
Chapter 4 Developing and Delivering Presentations
Chapter 5 Understanding Creativity and Innovation
Chapter 6 Critical Thinking Skills
Chapter 7 Developing Requirements, Goals, and Objectives
Chapter 8 Developing and Understanding Strategy
Chapter 9 Root Cause Analysis/What to Do When Things Do Not Go as
Planned
Chapter 10 Lean Engineering the Basics
Chapter 11 Cost Estimation/How Do You Figure Out the Cost of
Manufacturing
