Resources

Pre-College Engineering Resources

American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Engineering K12 Center

ASEE Website
Engineering Go For It Website

• Discover where engineers work and what kind of jobs they do

• Get advice on how to prepare for engineering school

• Read "Engineering, Go For It!" a guide for high school students interested in engineering and engineering technology careers

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE, aka "I Triple E")

IEEE Website

• IEEE publishes the Pre-College Career Preparation Guide with tips and suggested resources for exploring careers in electrical, electronics, and computer engineering.

• You can find great information about how to prepare for a career while still in high school, e.g., what courses to take so that you will be prepared for engineering coursework at the college level after your high school graduation. You'll also find good suggestions on programs and extracurricular activities.

Junior Engineering Technical Society (JETS)

JETS Website

• Contains great information about programs and team activities, publications, and resources and engineering-related team competitions for high school students.

Resources for Teachers and Parents

• Engineering and Technology Exploring

• Resources for K-12 students from the Society of Women Engineers

• ASME's Engineering Magic—engineering activity ideas