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While it's easy to think the future of engineering education will be on how to build flying cars and today's curriculum will be obsolete, science-fiction has to wait. The future of engineering education is likely attached to new skills development, including creative studies, incorporating mental health considerations and still using...Read More

At their most basic, valves are mechanical devices that control the flow within a system or process. This control is achieved by the manipulation of some of type of obstructer. They come in many shapes and sizes but Texas is home to the one of the biggest. The accolade came...Read More

Almost a decade ago, the opening ceremony at the London 2012 Olympic Games showed the world a recreation of Britain’s industrial revolution in spectacular fashion. As cameras panned over the Olympic Stadium and factories sprouted out of thin air, the rapid evolution of the industry was illustrated to 900 million...Read More

For Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) students and professionals, virtual reality (VR) allows for engaging and realistic first-person immersion. Leading companies and organizations are beginning to use the technology in education and training to connect knowledge with experience. Photo by XR Expo on Unsplash A Learning Analytics Theoretical Framework...Read More

Did you know that one of the oldest examples of aquaculture and hydraulic engineering is in Australia? In recognition of NAIDOC Week 2021, we are celebrating and recognizing the engineering achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Lake Condah © Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation The Budj Bim...Read More

Here at EIT, we love a good movie that pushes the envelope of innovation, and no genre does it better than Science Fiction. Theoretically, a lot of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in cinematic adventures could be plausible, and in fact, this list of five AI creations do have counterparts in the...Read More

Failure teaches us more than success, especially in the realm of engineering disasters. Whilst on the surface it may sound seemingly absurd, this is a widely accepted thinking among the engineering field. Lessons will always arise in the face of disaster as the cause of failure can be exposed, reviewed, and corrected to make improvements.  In short, our wrongdoings are motivation for innovation.  However, this should...Read More

We get it, deadlines are tough. However, it’s never too late to develop and implement productive habits to help you study more effectively. There are many ways you can improve your overall approach to studying that can help to raise your marks and lead to an even better understanding of...Read More

On the 17th of June, the United Nations will observe World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, an annual event that raises awareness of the presence of desertification and drought, highlighting methods of preventing desertification and recovering from drought. Desertification and drought are two closely related occurrences. However, while drought is...Read More

On World Oceans Day, we are recognizing the pivotal role engineers play in improving the health of earth's oceans. Here are three engineering initiatives that are helping to protect and clean up the seas. World Oceans Day is an international day that takes place annually on 8 June. The UN...Read More