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==Welcome to Engineer-it== | ==Welcome to Engineer-it== | ||
The ''Engineer-it'' resource, for learners of all ages, provides information about how to 'engineer' successful outcomes particularly in situations of complex | The ''Engineer-it'' resource, for learners of all ages, provides information about how to 'engineer' successful outcomes particularly in situations of complex uncertainty. 'Engineering' is viewed as an overarching strategy widely used beyond engineering. | ||
The resource was established in 2021 by the Institution of Engineers in Scotland ([http://www.engineers.scot/ IES]). | The resource was established in 2021 by the Institution of Engineers in Scotland ([http://www.engineers.scot/ IES]). | ||
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The [[Strategies for engineered outcomes|Strategies Module]] outlines a conceptual framework that can be used in a wide range of situations, not only in engineering. The other chapters give instances of the use of the framework in specific contexts. | The [[Strategies for engineered outcomes|Strategies Module]] outlines a conceptual framework that can be used in a wide range of situations, not only in engineering. The other chapters give instances of the use of the framework in specific contexts. | ||
Those who seek to address the complex problems of the modern world - sustainability, inequality, energy, climate change, waste, etc. - | Those who seek to address the complex problems of the modern world - sustainability, inequality, energy, climate change, waste, etc. - should use these strategies where they are appropriate. All who have, or aspire to have, a responsible role in society should discipline their minds to use them. | ||
=== 21<sup>st</sup> century skills === | === 21<sup>st</sup> century skills === | ||