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is engineering?
Engineers do so many things, this question could have a very long answer.
Basically, engineers use concepts in math and science to solve problems
creatively. They apply science, which is why engineering is often referred to
as applied science. When you make toast in the morning, phone your friend or
fly in a plane, you experience the work of engineers first-hand. Moon landings,
cellular phones and satellites orbiting through space are possible because of
engineers. Engineers are involved with the design, construction and operation
of everything from razor blades and microchips to skyscrapers and bridges.
Although technology is advancing rapidly, the underlying scientific theories
and principles it is based on are constant. Aboriginal people have been
practicing the art of engineering for thousands of years. Building igloos,
designing irrigation systems and even traveling across harsh terrain, all
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Are there any Aboriginal engineers?
Yes! There are Aboriginal engineers in Canada, but not very many. In fact,
there aren't even close to enough Native engineers to meet the engineering
needs of their own communities. Aboriginal engineers work at big companies like
Syncrude, Shell, Pratt & Whitney and the federal government. They also work
for your local band council, treaty organization or public works department.
If you want to meet some Aboriginal Engineers, click here
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What
does it mean to be a P.Eng or ing.?
Professional engineers are restricted by law to those who are qualified in
terms of education and experience. Membership in the appropriate provincial or
territorial association of professional engineering provides engineers with
legal registration for the practice of engineering. Professional Engineering in
each province or territory is legislated under an act of the provincial or
territorial government. Professional engineers follow a code of professional
conduct and ethics and a series of legal requirements which differ in each
province and territory. They are permitted to use the designation P.Eng, or, in
Quebec, ing., after their names.
Professional Engineering Associations:
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What
is the CCPE? The Canadian Council of Professional
Engineers is the national organization of 12 provincial and territorial
associations that govern the practice of engineering in Canada and license more
than 160,000 qualified professional engineers. The CCPE facilitates discussion
and development of common admission and practice standards in the form of
guidelines that are generally followed across the country. It also educates the
public about the vital role engineers play in society and acts as an advocate
to protect and represent the best interests of the public. |
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| Why do most engineers
in Canada wear an iron ring on their pinkies?
The Iron Ring, is worn on the pinkie of the working hand and is the symbol of
membership in the family of engineers. The Iron Ring ceremony is overseen by
the Corporation
of the Seven Wardens, which is independent of both the educational and
licensing institutions. Engineers wear it in order to remind themselves that
the work they do directly impacts the lives of people on a daily basis
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