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An '''engineer''' uses scientific knowledge to solve practical problems.<ref>"engineer." Dictionary.com - WordNet® 3.0. Princeton University. 16 Jul. 2007. [http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/engineer]</ref> According to the Merriam Webster's collegiate dictionary, engineering is defined as "the application of science and mathematics by which the properties of matter and the sources of energy in nature are made useful to people." <ref>[http://www.nspe.org/media/mr1-faqs.asp What is engineering?] Frequently Asked Questions About Engineering.</ref> There are many branches of engineering, including electrical, mechanical, civil, chemical, aerospace, biomedical, agricultural, environmental, industrial, and materials engineering.<ref>[http://www.nspe.org/media/mr1-faqs.asp What is engineering?] Frequently Asked Questions About Engineering.</ref> Many American colleges offer engineering degrees.
An '''engineer''' uses scientific knowledge to solve practical problems.<ref>"engineer." Dictionary.com - WordNet® 3.0. Princeton University. 16 Jul. 2007. [http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/engineer]</ref> According to the Merriam Webster's collegiate dictionary, engineering is defined as "the application of science and mathematics by which the properties of matter and the sources of energy in nature are made useful to people." <ref>[http://www.nspe.org/media/mr1-faqs.asp What is engineering?] Frequently Asked Questions About Engineering.</ref>
Usually a person trained and skilled in the design, construction, and use of engines or machines, or in any of various branches of engineering. In U. S. and in Canada the title of "Professional Engineer" and often also titles indicating a specific branch of [[engineering]], such as "Civil Engineer" or "Mechanical Engineer" are restricted. In mainland [[Europe]] engineering is seen as comparable to other professions such as medicine and architecture.
There are many branches of engineering, including electrical, mechanical, civil, chemical, aerospace, biomedical, agricultural, environmental, industrial, and materials engineering.<ref>[http://www.nspe.org/media/mr1-faqs.asp What is engineering?] Frequently Asked Questions About Engineering.</ref> Many American colleges offer engineering degrees.
Usually a person trained and skilled in the design, construction, and use of engines or machines, or in any of various branches of engineering.
In the U. S. and Canada, the title of "Professional Engineer" and often also titles indicating a specific branch of engineering, such as "[[Civil engineer]]" or "Mechanical engineer" are restricted.<ref>[http://www.legis.state.ia.us/Rules/Current/iac/193c/193c4/193c4.pdf ENGINEERING LICENSURE]</ref><ref>[http://www.answers.com/topic/professional-engineer Professional Engineer] Answers Corporation</ref><ref>[http://www.e-laws.gov.on.ca/DBLaws/Statutes/English/90p28_e.htm Licensing requirement] Professional Engineers Act - Ontario Statutes and Regulations</ref> In mainland [[Europe]] engineering is seen as comparable to other professions such as medicine and architecture.
In U. S. Army, Navy and Air Force, a person that is specially trained in engineering work.
In U. S. Army, Navy and Air Force, a person that is specially trained in engineering work.
A major difference between an engineer and other types of designers is that an engineer is held responsible for the success of his designs. An engineer who plans a bridge can lose his engineering license if the bridge collapses.
'''Engineer''' also refers to someone who operates train locomotives.
== External links ==
*[http://www.wierassociates.com/History%20Articles/HA06.htm From Ingenium to Engineer]
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