Engineering (General)

This guide provides information for anyone in the engineering field looking to do research or to just find out more about the industry.  Navigate by using the yellow tabs above or clicking the links below for more information about different resources.

• Getting Started - Start here for basic tools for gathering research ideas.
• Find Books & Journals - Search for print and electronic books and journals that focus on engineering.
• Encyclopedias, Handbooks... - Find background information on engineering topics using these print and electronic encyclopedias.
• Patents & Standards - Use these online tools and guides to find patents and standards.
• Engineering Tool Box - Resources for engineers including design information and calculators.
• Societies - Professional engineering organizations.
• Manufacturers' Catalogs - Online catalogs for getting supplies, products, equipment.
• Searching Tips - Information about finding and evaluating high quality resources through the library.
• Stuff you Don't Learn in Engineering School - Information about working in the engineering field with real world examples.