industrial engineering

Profiles twenty-four engineering accomplishments around the world, presented in chronological order from Solomon's Temple to the Hoover Dam, describing their cultural backgrounds, planning and building stages, and historical importance.

"Years ago your favorite sport probably looked very different than it does today. Over time advancements in design and engineering have enhanced the game for both athletes and fans. From impressive stadiums to state of the art uniforms and equipment, technology continues to change sports. Once you've seen how sports have evolved, get the inside scoop on what's coming in the future. Produced in partnership with Sports Illustrated KIDS"--From the publisher's web site.

Traces the history of developments in manufacturing and industry, including the metals, chemical and plastic, and clothing and textile industries. Discusses the impact of mechanization and computerization on industry.

Profiles twenty-two careers in the manufacturing industry with information on the history of the job, its primary and secondary duties, education requirements, necessary certification, and earnings.

Describes twenty-one careers in manufacturing, discussing the nature of the work, educational or training requirements, getting started, advancement possibilities, salary, and employment outlook, and including a list of sources of more information.

A memoir by two children of the Gilbreth clan recounting the lives of their parents, Frank Bunker Gilbreth and Lillian Moller Gilbreth, discussing their careers as industrial engineers, work with scientific management, and the adventures they encountered raising a family with twelve children.

Profiles twenty-two careers in the manufacturing industry with information on the history of the job, its primary and secondary duties, education requirements, necessary certification, and earnings.

Profiles forty-one engineering accomplishments around the world, presented in chronological order, describing their cultural backgrounds, planning and building stages, and historical importance.