The Fantastical Engineer: A Thrillseeker's Guide to Careers in Theme Park Engineering
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| Audience/Grade: | 5-College Sophomore |
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General Engineering, Engineering Science Mechanical Engineering |
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Reference - Article/Document |
| Author(s): |
Celeste Baine |
| Description: | Book description: "At last, a book for every student that has wanted to become an imagineer. High school and college students will appreciate this book about the engineers that design today's themed entertainment. Covers not only engineering/imagineering at Disney but imagineering at 200+ companies that design themed attractions. From model-making to architecture to lighting and special effects, this book is a one-of-a-kind guide for engineering in the entertainment industry. Also includes an employment resource directory complete with up-to-date contact information for engineers. Featured Are: · How engineers make the magic that is every theme park, amusement park, roller coaster, restaurant, aquarium, zoo, museum, cinema, or sporting event. · What the experts have to say about preparing for this fast-paced and changeable industry. · The challenges faced by computer, software, mechanical, structural, electrical, industrial, architectural, audio, video, and/or civil engineers everyday. · What the future holds for the next generation of themed attraction designers. · Large appendix of themed entertainment employers with contact information. · Appendix of roller coaster manufacturers with employment contact information. In this new one-of-a-kind companion career guide to her great selling title, Is There an Engineer Inside You?, engineer Celeste Baine takes you through the many facets and expectations of designing theme parks from an engineering perspective. Practical and down-to-earth, Baine cuts to the key points of applying a foundation of engineering knowledge and study to get a job engineering the magic of themed attractions. Lively and informative, The Fantastical Engineer is an indispensable tool and reference for every aspiring theme park, amusement park, and roller coaster designer." |
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| Keywords: | careers in engineering |
| Is Component of: |
Engineering Education Service Center |
| Referenced By: |
Celeste Baine's thoughts, perceptions and ideas about marketing engineering education |
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| Related ABET Criteria: |
Change in Attitude Motivation |
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The Fantastical Engineer: A Thrillseeker's Guide to Careers in Theme Park Engineering Table of Contents Introduction Thrillrides for the 21st Century by Lincoln Berry III Chapter One - Theme Park Design 101 Feature Article - Fabulous Film Effects by Beth Shery Chapter Two - Merging Art and Science Feature Article - The Art of Accommodating All Five Senses by Nathan Naversen More About Sound Gaming and Theme Park Sound Theme Park Design Software Create A Model Chapter Three - Create a Compelling Story Feature Article - Guest Experience Rules by Peter iNova Chapter Four - Preparing For Your Career Choosing a Company Feature Article - A Day in the Life of an Imagineer by Nathan Naversen Co-ops And Internships Essential Skills Chapter Five - Roller Coaster Design Roller Coaster History Feature Article - Roller Coaster Model Design by Chris Gray G-Forces On The Human Body Roller Coaster Design Software Other Roller Coaster Design Resources Chapter Six - The Future of Themed Entertainment Design Employment Outlook Museums and Science Centers Virtual Reality Explodes Feature Article - Virtual Reality Bytes by Beth Sherry Chapter Seven - Safety Considerations for Theme Park Designers Basic Economics Safety Factors in Engineering Design Conclusion Author's Note Chapter Seven - What Now? Getting Started Appendix Glossary Recommended Reading Employment Resource Directory Themed Entertainment Design Companies Roller Coaster Designers and Manufacturers |
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| Publication Date: | May 2007 |
| Platform/Format: |
Book/Pamphlet |
| Cost: |
Not free |
| Download URL: | http://engineeringedu.com/store/fantastical.html |
| Metadata: |
IEEE LOM Record |
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NEEDS
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