Welcome to the Frequently Asked Questions on Global Engineering

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General Questions

• What is a Global Engineer, as opposed to a Regional Engineer?
• What’s social entrepreneurship?
• What types of programs and experiences comprise global engineering education?
• Why it is important to learn to Work in a Global Team?

FAQ for Students

First year of College/University (aka Freshman)

• Why should I study abroad?
• Will Study Abroad delay my graduation?
• [SQ3 Will I have more career opportunities or a larger salary if I study abroad? ]
• [SQ4 What fraction of engineering students study abroad? ]
• [SQ5 How can I become a global engineer? ]
• What experiences can I gain by becoming a global Engineer?
• [SQ7 What do I need to do know to prepare for a global educational experience? ]
• [SQ8 What fraction of students outside the US (Europe and Asia) have had an international experience before they graduate?]

Second year of College/University (aka Sophomore)

• What job opportunities are available for students who have global experiences?
• What are the chances that I will need to be a global engineer?
• Do all disciplines have global requirements?
• What do I need to do now to prepare for a global educational experience?

Third year of College/University (aka Junior)

• [SQ13 How do I remain committed to global engineering education in spite of a heavy credit load?]
• [SQ14 How do I explore engineers from other cultures through my engineering science courses? ]
• [SQ15 What are the costs vs. benefits of international co-ops and internships?]
• [SQ16 Can you give me some sample opportunities in international education for engineering juniors?]

Fourth year of College/University (aka Senior)

• [SQ17 Can you tell me more about international senior design education?]
• [SQ18 How can I internationalize my resume?]
• [SQ19 How can I find international possibilities at a job fair?]
• [SQ20 How can I begin presenting myself as a global engineer in a job interview?]
• [SQ21 How can I evaluate the costs and benefits of an international career as a global engineer?]

Graduate students at University

• [SQ31 Why should graduate students study abroad?]
• [SQ32 What kind of research topics are there in Global Engineering?]

FAQ for People New to Global Engineering Education, Research, and Practice

Interested in teaching Global Engineering

• [RQ1 What are some sources of information to start new, relevant courses? ]
• [RQ2 What funding is available to support such courses? ]
• What are other ongoing courses?
• [RQ4 How and where can I find willing partners to collaborate? ]
• [RQ5 What are the avenues for dissemination? ]
• What are the technological tools and support required?
• [RQ7 What is the value of a global engineering education?]

Interested in doing research in Global Engineering

• Where can I find published research related to Global Engineering?
• What are the main research issues in global engineering?
• [RQ10 How can I contribute?]

Interested in the practice of Global Engineering

• [RQ11 What are the best avenues to tap global engineering students?]
• [RQ12 Where do I find global engineering courses (part-time) for industry people?]
• [RQ13 What is the value of global engineering to personal and professional growth?]

Questions with Answers!