This book explains how Taylor's University implemented a curriculum in their engineering
program that prepares students to address challenges facing the world. Aim is to enable
Engineers put their knowledge into application to meet the 14 challenges of the century as
outlined by the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) of the United States. The research groups
are organized around the 14 grand challenges for engineering The structure of their syllabi is
organized in a way that they address the 5 core competencies: Research Experience
Entrepreneurship Service Learning Interdisciplinary Curriculum Global Dimension. It uses the
CDIO educational framework a project-based learning approach that provides students with the
big picture of engineering. Through this method students are able to:Master a deeper working
knowledge of the fundamentals of engineering Lead in the creation and operation of new products
and systems Understand the importance and strategic value of research work As the only programe
of its kind outside North America it offers the brightest minds the opportunity to face
real-world issues and places them on the cutting edge of the engineering world.
