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The conveniences of modern lifesuch as smartphones and the roads we travelare often taken for granted, with little thought given to the engineering innovations that made them possible. This course offers a concise historical overview of the major engineering achievements of the 20th century and explores their lasting impact on todays technology-driven society. You will also examine some of the most notable engineering failures and disasters, gaining insight into the lessons they provided. Regardless of your engineering discipline, this course will enrich your understanding of how past innovations have shaped the tools and infrastructure we rely on today.
A multiple-choice quiz is included at the end to reinforce key concepts and enhance your comprehension of the course materials.
NY PE & PLS: You must choose courses that are technical in nature or related to matters of laws and ethics contributing to the health and welfare of the public. NY Board does not accept courses related to office management, risk management, leadership, marketing, accounting, financial planning, real estate, and basic CAD. Specific course topics that are on the borderline and are not acceptable by the NY Board have been noted under the course description on our website.