Preface
Acknowledgments
Part Ⅰ Introduction to Engineering Management
Chapter 1 Engineering and Management
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Learning Objectives
Engineering
Management
Engineering Management: A Synthesis
Discussion Questions
Notes
Chapter 2 Historical Development of Engineering Management
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Learning Objectives
Origins
The Industrial Revolution
Management Philosophies
Scientific Management
Administrative Management
Behavioral Management
Current Contributions
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PartⅡ Functions of Technology Management
Chapter 3 Planning and Forecasting
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Learning Objectives
Nature of Planning
The Foundation For Planning
Some Planning Concepts
Forecasting
Strategies For Managing Technology
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Chapter 4 Decision Making
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Learning Objectives
Nature of Decision Making
Management Science
Tools for Decision Making
Computer-Based Information Systems
Implementation
Discussion Questions
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Chapter 5 Organizing
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Nature of Organizing
Traditional Organization Theory
Technology and Modem Organization Structures
Teams
Discussion Questions
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Chapter 6 Some Human Aspects of Organizing
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Part Ⅲ Managing Technology
Part Ⅳ Managing Projects
Part Ⅴ Managing Your Engineering Career
Index