How does the BS in Engineering differ from traditional engineering disciplines?
Traditional engineering disciplines, such as mechanical and electrical engineering, produce engineers who focus on a specific technology area or limited part of a system. General engineers possess a broader engineering perspective compared to the specific disciplines and focus more on understanding how to apply this knowledge to solve problems and to improve entire technology system as opposed to individual components or elements. For example, a mechanical engineer may focus on design or operation of a component of a vehicle transmission. A general engineer has the engineering background to understand the component’s technology but focuses on how that component impacts the operational life cycle of the vehicle and address areas such as Operations, Performance, Test, Manufacturing, Cost & Schedule, Training & Support, and Disposal.
