The Engineer of 2020: Visions of Engineering in the New Century

Abstract

A vision of the future engineer is provided by the aspirations and attributes listed in Chapters 3 and 4. These aspirations describe engi- neers who are broadly educated, see themselves as global citizens, can lead in business and public service, as well as in research, development and design, are ethical and inclusive of all segments of society. The attributes include strong analytical skills, creativity, ingenuity, professionalism, and leadership. We believe that engineers meet these aspirations and evidence these attributes today. The issue is how we can ensure that the engineer- ing profession and engineering education adopt a collective vision including these aspirations and encouraging creation of an environment that promotes these attributes and aspirations in the future.