An Industrial Engineering Guide for College
Scholars
By: George D. Monninger
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE
CONTENTS/SCOPE
3
AUDIENCE/PURPOSE
3
USES OF THIS GUIDE
3
INTERNET RESOURCES
GENERAL ENGINEERING RESOURCE
4
PENN STATE LIBRARIES RESOURCE
5
BRIGHT BULB ENGINEERING
6
LOCKHEED MARTIN
7
ENGINEERING DATABASES
JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING DESIGN
8
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C
D
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Preface:
Content and Scope:
This guide is designed to provide the user with a variety of sources pertaining to
engineering that range from broad to specific subjects. The concepts covered by these sites can
be easily understood by novice engineers. The internet sources presented in this guide will not
only provide information about engineering concepts, but will also inform the reader of
processes, mathematics, and materials.
Intended Audience:
This guide is intended for engineering students who seek information in general
engineering concepts. The sources listed are designed to provide the audience with a variety of
concepts, procedures, history, and mathematical principles. Only a basic understanding of
engineering fundamentals is required for using this guide. Information provided from these sites
ranges from broad to very specific, so a user who is a professional in the field of engineering can
also use this guide to his or her advantage.
Tips on Using this Guide:
You should be familiar with the basic fundamentals of engineering. The purpose of the
information that is relayed throughout the scope of this guide is to inform engineers of various
practices and expand concepts that are widely practiced in the industry. The internet sources
listed provide a broad range of topics that can be expanded on by following the links provided.
General Engineering Resource
Website: http://www.efunda.com/home.cfm
About this site:
Provides background information pertaining to the study of engineering
Illustrates concepts of engineering processes
Provides links to other sites for further information
Description:
This database is typically used for an audience who would like to
learn more about the science and study of engineering processes. The
site is formatted in a manner that allows for the observation of various
processes, material composition, designs, and mathematics. This website
can be used for both technical research and a general reference material.
All information in this database acts as a general guide or outline for
material that can be further researched.
Penn State Libraries Website
Website: http://www.libraries.psu.edu/psul/eng/engineering_databases.html
About this Site:
Provides resources for obtaining published works
Acts as a gateway for a plethora of information
Uses a network of affiliated libraries to connect the reader with reliable sources
The Penn State Libraries website provides access to a variety of
databases for many disciplines of study. Engineers can reference this site
in order to seek information regarding anything from engineering
science and principles to the history of engineering by performing a
search in the toolbar at the top of the page. Although this service is not a
direct source of engineering information, it provides a starting point for
those seeking information pertinent to the study of engineering.
Bright Bulb Engineering
Website: http://www.brighthubengineering.com/
About this site:
This website covers several disciplines of the engineering field
Forums on the website provide for valuable discussion on Q and A topics
Website can be used to solve problems
Bright Bulb Engineering offers a website that is accessible to those
who are interested in learning about civil, electrical, marine, and
mechanical engineering. The site offers some interesting practices on the
front page, which tend to be the most popular searches through the
website. Each of the four categories are represented at the top of the
webpage, where users can access background information, popular
discussion topics, and typical engineering practices and examples for
each discipline. This site would most commonly be used by someone
who is attempting to discover various disciplines of engineering.
Lockheed Martin
Website: http://www.lockheedmartin.com/us/aeronautics/materialmanagement/scmengineering/scm-emap.html
About this Site:
The site is the homepage for Lockheed Martin
Can be used for research purposes or career searches
The Lockheed Martin website provides a database of information pertinent to what this
particular company is. This site is most useful for engineering students who are thinking about
possible career opportunities in their futures. The site provides some history of the company,
along with background information, job opportunities, and requirements necessary for job
applicants. The website can also be used to conduct research on current operations in which
Lockheed Martin is involved. Articles within the site go into detail about what projects Lockheed
Martin is currently involved in.
The Journal of Engineering and Design
Website: http://www.emeraldinsight.com/products/journals/journals.htm?id=jedt
About This Journal:
This journal is designed to bridge the gap between engineering education and
professional applications. The material discussed covers a broad range of topics.