In this issue, you'll find the tools to help your students explore…assess…and experience engineering! From a look into the world of Daina Briedis, a chemical engineer and her work with ABET(Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) to enjoying a hands-on activity where students will explore the considerations required when designing a new power plant. Students will recognize first-hand how engineering is all around them. Enjoy!

Make it Happen: Picking the Right College/University With more than 300 universities offering engineering programs, picking the right one may seem like a daunting task. Accredited engineering programs are offered in every state in the country with a selection of majors offered at each university. Engineering programs are accredited by ABET, Inc., an organization that evaluates programs to ensure they meet quality standards needed to prepare students to enter the profession. Explore ...

Extreme Engineer: Daina Briedis Daina is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Michigan State University. In addition she volunteers as an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) evaluator which evaluates colleges and universities for accreditation in the field of engineering. Explore ...

PathAssess NOW Available! PathAssess is an online tool aligning students' interests with careers in engineering. Students answer a series of questions and receive a customized profile relating their interests to engineering careers they may wish to pursue. Assess...

	Rolling Blackouts & Environmental Impact In this month's activity, Rolling Blackouts and Environmental Impact, students explore the environmental considerations required when designing a new power plant to increase electricity generation capacity. Experience ...
	JETS Challenge: Roof Truss Transportation Each Friday JETS posts a new challenge question. Use these challenges to warm up for TEAMS or NEDC competition, in your classroom for extra credit, or at an engineering club meeting. Experience ...

JETS provides programs and resources that help students explore, assess, and experience engineering first-hand. From exciting student competitions to assessment tools and career exploration materials, JETS helps students plan for rewarding futures by showing them how engineering can help them pursue their dreams.

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