Engineering and Enterprise (eBook)

Professor Rao Bhamidimarri is currently the Vice President and previously the Executive Dean of Science, Engineering and the Built Environment at London South Bank University. Before taking up his current role in 2007, he was the Dean of Engineering, Computing and Creative Industries at Edinburgh Napier University and prior to that, he was the Principal/Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Massey University at Palmerston North, New Zealand from 1999 to 2003. He has over 25 years of international experience in teaching and research, and strategic management in higher education.Rao gained his masters in chemical and biochemical engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi and his PhD from the University of Queensland in Australia.He is an environmental engineer with extensive research and industrial experience. He has published extensively in peer- reviewed scientific journals and developed and implemented several large-scale environmental technology processes and systems. He was a Governing Board Member of the International Water Association for 18 years, having initiated or contributed to a number of environmental initiatives internationally. In recognition of his contribution to the water industry, he was made a Freeman of the City of London in 2012.

Preface 6
Acknowledgements 8
Contents 9
Contributors 11
List of Figures 13
List of Tables 15
1 Educating Engineers to Make a Difference 16
Abstract 16
1 Introduction 17
2 Engineering Foundations 17
3 Competency Gaps in Engineering Education 19
4 Addressing the Gaps: Problem Based Learning Based on Real Industry Problems 19
5 Conclusion 23
References 23
2 Planetary Engineering: Entrepreneurship at the Interface of Cultures 25
Abstract 25
1 Introduction 25
2 Kibwezi---A Business Approach Towards Water Pumps 26
3 Engineering Competences at the Crucible 28
4 Design and World Making 30
5 Value Sensitive Entrepreneurship 32
6 Training and Education for Entrepreneurship 35
7 Conclusion 37
References 38
3 The Social Entrepreneurship Option for Scientists and Engineers 40
Abstract 40
1 Introduction 41
1.1 Scientists, Technologists and Impact 41
1.2 Social Entrepreneurship 42
1.3 ``Tech for Good'' 43
2 Social Responsibility in Science and Technology 45
3 Understanding Innovation 48
4 Case Study: Open Field Burning of Agricultural Waste in Punjab 50
4.1 Background to the Problem 50
4.2 Energy Harvest 51
4.3 Analysis 51
5 Conclusion 55
References 55
4 Re-inventing Engineering Curriculum 58
Abstract 58
1 Introduction 58
2 Leadership and Management in Engineering Industry 59
3 What the Employers Want 60
4 A New Approach to Engineering Education 62
5 Curriculum Philosophy 63
6 An Innovative Engineering Curriculum 64
6.1 Cornerstones of the Curriculum 64
7 Implementation at London South Bank University 65
Acknowledgements 66
References 66
5 The Impact of EngD---Dynamics of Collaborative Relationships Through Employer Engagement in Doctoral Research Training 67
Abstract 67
1 Introduction 67
2 Evaluative Methodologies 69
3 Key Findings 71
3.1 Framework Identified from the IDC Mid-Term Reviews 71
3.2 Industry and Alumni Perspectives 72
3.3 Overview of Graduate Destinations 73
4 Discussions 74
Acknowledgements 75
References 76
6 Embedding Enterprise and Innovation in STEM Education 77
Abstract 77
1 The Changing World 77
2 Preparing Students for Unpredictable Future 79
3 Design for Learning 81
4 A New Role: The Technologist 84
5 The Learning Environment 84
6 Concluding Remarks 85
References 86
7 Transition: Influence of Role Models on the Progression from Student Life to the World of Work 87
Abstract 87
1 Introduction 88
2 Statistics 89
3 Transition 91
4 Summary 93
References 94
8 Use of Industrial SME Based Problem Based Learning to Promote and Embed Professional and Enterprising Skills 95
Abstract 95
1 Introduction 96
2 Centres of Doctoral Training 98
2.1 CDT Teaching and Learning Philosophy 98
2.2 On the Shoulders of Giants 100
3 Developing the Professional Engineer 101
4 Conclusions 103
Acknowledgements 103
References 103
9 Giving Enterprising Engineers a Business Edge 105
Abstract 105
1 Introduction 106
2 High Diving into Business 106
3 Building `SimVenture' 107
4 SimVenture Impact 109
5 Business Simulations, Engineering and Higher Education 111
6 Business Simulations, Engineering and Corporate Training 112
7 Conclusion and Summary 113
References 114
10 Leading the Way to Enterprising Futures: A Response to the Engineering Skills Gap 115
Abstract 115
1 Introduction 116
2 Background 116
3 Structure and Organisation 118
3.1 Selection 119
3.2 Bootcamp 120
3.3 Lectures and Workshops 120
3.4 Group Project 121
3.5 Placements in Industry or Research 122
4 Benefits and Advantages 122
5 Future Sustainability 124
References 125
11 Encouraging Technology Entrepreneurship for All 126
Abstract 126
1 Introduction 126
2 From Technology Management Education to Technology Entrepreneurship Education 127
2.1 Technology Management Education for Career Development 127
2.2 Technology Entrepreneurship Education for Industry Needs 128
3 Evaluating the Impact of Technology Entrepreneurship Education 131
3.1 Evaluating Entrepreneurial Skills Development 131
3.2 Evaluating Skills Development and Subsequent Careers Destinations 134
3.3 Case Study of Using Online Learning for a Cross Campus Entrepreneurial Boot Camp 135
3.4 The Impact of Using Ingenuity Online Learning Tools 136
4 Conclusion 137
References 137