Issues in Engineering Education

Abstract

Engineering education today is education for a new millenium. Revolutionary changes are in progress as to the number and quality of students and faculty available, the status of campus facilities, the range of courses offered, the impact of computers, and the correct interface between teaching and research. The government plays a decisive role in cultivating the climate for achieving education goals, while engineering societies and licensing boards have important input. These issues are addressed in an attempt to promote debate and canvass opinions as to where engineering education is heading, or should be heading.