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Introduction to Engineering Research
Wendy C. Crone
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DOI 10.2200/S00995ED1V01Y202002EST006
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SYNTHESIS LECTURES ON ENGINEERING, SCIENCE, AND TECHNOLOGY
Lecture #38
Series ISSN
Print 2690-0300 Electronic 2690-0327
Introduction to Engineering Research
Wendy C. Crone
University of Wisconsin–Madison
SYNTHESIS LECTURES ON ENGINEERING, SCIENCE, AND TECHNOLOGY #38
ABSTRACT
Undergraduate and first-year graduate students engaging in engineering research need more than technical skills and tools to be successful. From finding a research position and funding, to getting the mentoring needed to be successful while conducting research responsibly, to learning how to do the other aspects of research associated with project management and communication, this book provides novice researchers with the guidance they need to begin developing mastery. Awareness and deeper understanding of the broader context of research reduces barriers to success, increases capacity to contribute to a research team, and enhances ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Being prepared for what’s to come and knowing the questions to ask along the way allows those entering researcher to become more comfortable engaging with not only the research itself but also their colleagues and mentors.
KEYWORDS
engineering research, technical communications, research ethics, project management, mentoring
To my family.
Contents
1 Introduction to Engineering Research
1.2.1 Engineering Research Defined
1.3 Engineering Research Careers
2 Finding the Right Research Position for You
2.1 Societal Implications of Technology
