Instructional Video7:35
Science360

What does a civil engineer do? - Careers in Science and Engineering

12th - Higher Ed
What's it really like to be a civil engineer? What does a civil engineer do all day? Ken Maschke shows us some of the latest engineering projects taking place at Thornton Tomasatti and what his typical day is like inside and outside the...
Instructional Video7:35
Zach Star

Civil Vs Mechanical Engineering - How to Pick the Right Major

12th - Higher Ed


In this video I discuss "Civil Vs Mechanical Engineering." These two majors start off very similar in college but then become very different. Civil engineers branch off into their subfields including structural engineering,...
Instructional Video11:29
Zach Star

Are Engineering Jobs 'Hands On'?

12th - Higher Ed




In this video I discuss whether jobs in engineering are hands on, more computer work, or in the field. Some people might have the wrong image of an engineering job which may cause confusion down the road. The good news is...
Instructional Video0:33
Curated Video

Becoming an Engineer: From Drafting Boards to Engineering Systems

9th - Higher Ed
David is a civil engineer and the President of Dmytryka Jacobs Engineers, Inc. has a rich background in engineering that evolved from drafting sewer lines on paper to designing complex pumping systems. With a deep understanding of...
Instructional Video2:30
Curated Video

Managing Automation Projects in Water and Sewer Facilities

9th - Higher Ed
David is a civil engineer and the President of Dmytryka Jacobs Engineers, Inc.. Based out of Toledo, David's company specializes in automation of water and sewer facilities. With a background in drafting and engineering, David now...
Instructional Video1:04
Curated Video

Effective Communication and Collaboration in Team Environments

9th - Higher Ed
David, a civil engineer, believes communication, teamwork, and expressing ideas in a collaborative work environment are key to success. He encourages individuals to confidently share their thoughts and opinions, even if they differ...
Instructional Video2:28
Curated Video

Keys to Success: Communication, Well-Roundedness, and Professional Involvement

9th - Higher Ed
David is a civil engineer and the President of Dmytryka Jacobs Engineers, Inc., shares the value of being a well-rounded engineer, not just focusing on technical skills but also on communication and interpersonal abilities. He...
Instructional Video3:19
Seeker

How Do You Test the World’s Fastest Jet Engines?

9th - 11th
The U.S. Air Force is home to the fastest jets in the world. It's up to the jet propulsion technicians and maintenance crews to keep their engines up to tip top shape and roaring at full power. Read More Riding Shotgun in a Fighter
Instructional Video7:40
Curated Video

Is Engineering Experience Needed Before College?

9th - 11th
Join the MajorPrep Facebook Groupef='https://www.facebook.com/groups/majorprep/' target='_blank' rel='nofollow'>Group Some students ask if engineering experience is needed before they enter college. And the good news is you really...
Instructional Video7:40
Zach Star

Is Engineering Experience Needed Before College?

12th - Higher Ed
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Instructional Video2:35
Science360

Medicine And Engineering Join Forces To Restore Disfigured Faces

12th - Higher Ed
Patients who have suffered devastating facial injuries sometimes go to great lengths to hide themselves from public view. ""I've had patients come to me wearing motorcycle helmets, with the visor pulled down,"" says Michael Miller, chair...
Instructional Video7:32
Zach Star

How to Choose a Major When You Have Too Many Interests

12th - Higher Ed
Your college major does not define exactly which way your career will go. However by selecting the right major you can at least optimize your chances of starting in the right field (or related field) that will lead you to your dream...
Instructional Video3:24
Science360

Engineering a more efficient way to diagnose prostate cancer - Science Nation

12th - Higher Ed
To diagnose prostate cancer, urologists, such as John Wei, and pathologists, such as Scott Tomlins, at the University of Michigan Health System, use biomarkers, which are biochemical signatures in blood, urine and tissue...
Instructional Video1:05
Curated Video

Gratitude for Education: A Journey of Success

9th - Higher Ed
David, a civil engineer, reflects on the impact of his education from high school through college at the University of Toledo. He attributes his achievements to the tools, confidence, and discipline instilled in him by his parents and...
Instructional Video3:56
Science360

Harnessing the potential of architected materials - Science Nation

12th - Higher Ed
Academic and industry collaboration explores new architected materials with novel and customized behaviors



With support from NSF, engineers Pablo Zavattieri and Santiago Pujol of Purdue University and Nilesh Mankame...
Instructional Video3:21
Seeker

What Happens When an Aircraft Catches Fire?

9th - 11th
The complications faced by air rescue fire fighters are unlike anything else. See how chemicals and velocity challenge an already intense job. How Do You Test the World’s Fastest Jet Engines? -ttps://youtu.be/8cHRmj42tcQ' target='_bJetk'...
Instructional Video4:09
Science360

New sensors to monitor storm surge on bridges

12th - Higher Ed
A University of Florida team is starting to gather real-time data on the impact of waves and rising water on bridges during hurricanes. Unlike studies that rely on tests in wave laboratories, this research will use data...
Instructional Video1:59
HowStuffWorks

The Zeppelin: Where did it come from? | Stuff of Genius

6th - 11th
When the German aristocrat Ferdinand Zeppelin traveled to the U.S. during the Civil War, an unexpected encounter with Thaddeus S.C. Lowe's aviation experiments changed his life. Stuff of Genius tells the story behind everyday inventions....
Instructional Video9:08
Mr. Beat

The Most Interesting American You've Never Heard Of

6th - 12th
So, you may have not heard about Samuel P. Dinsmoor, but his story is about as Americana as it gets. Dinsmoor was born near Coolville, Ohio, on March 8, 1843. His youth abruptly ended after enthusiastically signing up for the Union Army...
Instructional Video5:38
PBS

Career Connections | Civil Engineer

6th - 12th
Like to work outdoors? Like to build massive things? Or little models of those massive things? An informative video details how a civil engineer gets to do all these things. 
Instructional Video5:16
PBS

Career Connections | Construction Worker

6th - 12th
Like working with your hands? Like building things? Like tools? Think hard hats are cool?  Check out a short video that details the rewards of working in construction.
Instructional Video9:11
Crash Course

How to Become an Engineer: Crash Course Engineering #45

9th - 12th
Interested in becoming an engineer? An informational and educational video teaches viewers about the various ways to become an engineer. It uses an example of building an airplane wing to describe the branches of engineering that...
Instructional Video3:58
PBS

Hot Shots and Hot Jobs: Powering Up with Renewable Energy

3rd - 12th
Imagine being a part of the hot new field of renewable energy! A short video details a few of the many job opportunities for those interested in the infrastructure of the systems that provide the power we use daily.
Instructional Video
PBS

Pbs: Career Connections: Civil Engineer

9th - 10th
A video interviewing a led civil engineer. Learn about his college major and how a desire to work outdoors molded his specialized career path in hydrology and hydraulics project management. [5:38]