Industrial & Engineering Technology is all about STEM! You've probably heard the term STEM at school. STEM careers are those that use science, technology, engineering, and math to do research, build things, and solve problems. Industrial & Engineering Technology careers also include designing and constructing buildings, roads, and bridges, creating things in factories, and all things transportation. So, if you like to build things, work with computers, or solve math problems, of if you think you might want to drive a truck, fly a plane, or pilot a ship, these jobs might be right for you.
Architect
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Architects design houses, bridges, and more. They make buildings beautiful and safe! But what exactly do they do at work, and what tools do they use to be successful? This title explores the daily tasks of architects, how they do their work, and how to become one. Special features introduce a famous architect, offer real-world examples of architects' work, and outline the steps to becoming an architect. Students will enjoy building their reading skills with this title!
Architecture and Construction
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Architecture & Construction in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Architecture and Construction career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.
Astronomer
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Astronomers study the planets, stars, and other objects of space. They peer into galaxies and track asteroids. In this low-level title, young readers will explore the ins and outs of this fascinating STEM career. Leveled text and on-the-job photos introduce the daily tasks of the job and explore how to become an astronomer. Special features highlight a famous astronomer, show how astronomers use STEM, and more. This engaging title will inspire young readers to look up!
The Best Ever Jobs in Technology (STEAM Jobs)
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A series to help kids get inspired by exciting STEAM careersDoes your child dream of afuture career in the exciting world of technology? This book will show them that there is so much more to a science career than using a spanner.The perfect book for budding architects, robotics experts, space technicians, racing bike designers or even film editors. This book highlights the importance of studying STEAM subjects at school to open up the route into these professions. There are lots of careers that use technology in one way or another and this book will open their eyes and mind to the possibilities that technology can bring.Famous and leading tech experts in their fields are featured throughout. Readers will go behind the scenes with architects, radiologists, racing car designers, and CGI experts to discover more about how they do their jobs.This series is ideal for readers aged 9+ who are considering their options at school. Many children worry about job opportunities in the future and these books highlight a great range of jobs in STEM and STEAM subject areas, which can help inspire them to think about where they want their lives to take them.Titles in the The Best Ever Jobs in ArtThe Best Ever Jobs in EngineeringThe Best Ever Jobs in MathsThe Best Ever Jobs in ScienceThe Best Ever Jobs in Technology
Carpenters on the Job
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Highlights the schooling, job training, and life on the job for carpenters. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and an index.
Climate Scientist
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Climate scientists do important work. They study weather patterns and look at the impact of climate change! In this low-level title, leveled text introduces the work of climate scientists, including what they do and the tools they use to do it. The book concludes with a chapter about how to become a climate scientist. Special features profile a famous climate scientist, highlight examples of climate science in real life, and tell readers the steps to becoming a climate scientist!
Construction and Building Inspector
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A career in construction and building inspection is the perfect choice for those who like to identify and help fix problems, who enjoy a constantly-changing and rewarding work environment, and who want the opportunity to make a good living without earning a four-year degree. In this book, you'll learn about careers in construction and building inspection, typical education paths, the traits you'll need to be a successful inspector, salaries for inspectors, methods of exploring the career while in school, and much more. You'll also learn why the career of inspector is often ranked as one of the best construction jobs in the world. Construction & Building Inspector is just one of 10 exciting titles in the Careers in the Building Trades: A Growing Demand series. Readers will discover eight different trades careers and dozens of sub-specialties, as well as learn about opportunities in green construction and the apprenticeship process. They will also learn why trades workers are the most in-demand occupational field in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in sports' history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the reader's comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each chapter as well and provide readers with suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. And a Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader's knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.
Dream Jobs in Engineering
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From designing robots to developing new forms of energy, 21st-century careers in engineering are not limited only to construction sites. This title explores the exciting and world-changing possibilities that an education in engineering can lead to.
Dream Jobs in Manufacturing
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Qualified workers are required every day in manufacturing. If becoming a trained professional in a well-paying career appeals to you, this book will help you pick and choose from a wide variety of specialized jobs in the planning and managing of the processing of materials into products, including technical support and maintenance. Find out what path you need to follow in education and training to reach your dream job.
Dream Jobs in Math
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This title explores some of the amazing careers available in the field of mathematics--and they're not just limited to the classroom! From helping athletes gain a competitive edge to helping eradicate hunger around the world, readers may be surprised to learn what exciting careers math can lead to.
Dream Jobs in Technology
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This title explores the fantastic careers available in technology. From designing smart objects, such as a fridge that tells you what groceries you need, to protecting people from online hacking, a career in technology can change and improve people's lives.
Esports Careers
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More people are watching esports than ever before. But who works in this booming industry? Meet the people who make, play, and report on competitive gaming and learn how they make esports possible.
Heavy-Machine Operators on the Job
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Highlights the schooling, job training, and life on the job for heavy-machine operators. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and an index.
Important Jobs at Airports
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Airports are busy places with people and things taking off and landing from trips across states, countries, and oceans. Who are the people who keep airports running? From security officers to baggage handlers to gift shop employees, many people work together to serve the needs of an airport. Learn about their important work in this book from the Wonderful Workplaces series.
Jobs in Engineering
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From dams to computers, so much in the world around us requires special kinds of engineering. This essential volume breaks down the many jobs that have to do with engineering--including metallurgists, mechanical engineers, systems engineers, and more--and explains the tasks these engineers accomplish, and also how they train for the position. Within each job's explanation is a sidebar highlighting the work of a successful engineer in that sector. An inviting design draws in readers looking to expand their knowledge of STEM careers available to them.
Jobs in Environmental Science
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Anyone who has been paying attention to the news today knows Earth is in trouble. Pollution, species extinction, and global warming threaten the places, animals, and even people we love. Earth needs more people focused on creative solutions to turn the current trends around. Many people pursue careers in environmental science to help the planet. This motivating volume introduces a variety of environmental science jobs to readers. Whether they're interested in helping gigantic blue whales in the ocean, studying microscopic bacteria in soil, or encouraging others to take action, they'll find an inspiring career path in this well-researched book.
Jobs in Math
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When you're good at math, the career possibilities are endless! But, the math profession most young readers are familiar with is likely limited to math teachers! This book aims to open readers' eyes to the many ways they can use math to build a career. Including sections on video game designers, statisticians, meteorologists, and sports analysts--plus many more--will both encourage and excite students who enjoy math. Each section also includes a spotlight on a successful professional in each math field.
Jobs in Science
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Whether you want to study the past, the present, or the future, science jobs are where you can do it! But not all scientists are simply studying. They are using their theories and ideas to explain-and change-the world. This book includes sections on oceanographers, brain surgeons, food scientists and many more, expanding the world of science careers for young readers. Full of information about how one becomes each and the tasks that are part of each career, each page of this volume make STEM careers even more enticing.
Manufacturing
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Manufacturing in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Manufacturing career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.
Masonry Worker
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A career in masonry is the perfect choice for those who like to build things, who enjoy a constantly-changing and rewarding work environment, and who want the opportunity to make a good living without earning a four-year degree. In this book, you'll learn about masonry specialties, typical education paths, the traits you'll need to be a successful masonry worker, salaries for masonry workers, methods of exploring the career while in school, and much more. You'll also learn why the career of masonry worker is often ranked as one of the best construction jobs in the world. Masonry Worker is just one of 10 exciting titles in the Careers in the Building Trades: A Growing Demand series. Readers will discover eight different trades careers and dozens of sub-specialties, as well as learn about opportunities in green construction and the apprenticeship process. They will also learn why trades workers are the most in-demand occupational field in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in sports' history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the reader's comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each chapter as well and provide readers with suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. And a Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader's knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.
Millwrights on the Job
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Highlights the schooling, job training, and life on the job for millwrights. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and an index.
Petroleum Engineer
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Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a petroleum engineer. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, and daily job tasks related to this career, in the framework of the STEAM, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, movement. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included.
Physicist
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"In Physicist, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a life scientist. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work as a physicist"--
Race Car Driver
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The flag goes down and the cars accelerate down the track. But what do race car drivers do when they aren't racing? This high-interest title shows how drivers work with their race team, check and test their car, prepare their gear, and perform other tasks before race day. . A narrative opening places the reader in the driver's seat, while other features introduce the profile of a top driver and offer a career path for racing hopefuls. Step on the gas toward the future with this fast-paced read!
Transportation
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Transportation in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.
Underwater Construction Workers
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If you think construction workers have a tough job, try doing it underwater. These professionals stay underwater for hours to build bridges and buildings beneath the surface. Dive in to explore the history of underwater construction workers, the tools they use, and the dangers they face every day.
Welders on the Job
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Highlights the schooling, job training, and life on the job for welders. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and an index.
We Need Energy Workers
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This book celebrates jobs related to producing electricity and other fuels. It includes a table of contents, an On the Job special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.
We Need Manufacturing Workers
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This book celebrates workers who help plan, design, and run factories. It includes a table of contents, an On the Job special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.
We Need Transportation Workers
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This book celebrates workers who help people travel on airplanes, buses, and other vehicles. It includes a table of contents, an On the Job special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.
So, You Want to Work with the Ancient and Recent Dead?
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Have you ever been excited by forensic science or psyched to dig up fossils? This comprehensive guide reveals a whole host of careers in the underrated world of the no-longer-living. Covering everything from well known jobs like archaeologists, morticians, coroners, and forensic scientists to the not-so-well-known professions like studying dead stars and planets to playing a zombie on TV, So, You Want to Work With the Ancient and Recent Dead? uncovers a treasure trove of occupational opportunities. In addition to tips and interviews from professionals in the industry, So, You Want to Work With the Ancient and Recent Dead? includes inspiring stories from kids who are working toward an exciting career in the area of "dead things" as well as activities, a glossary, and resources to help you unearth your interests and discover a successful career.
Building Green Places
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Building Green Places takes a "green" look at careers in planning, designing, and building energy-efficient facilities in which to live, work, and play. It also includes the development of communities built in a way that will complement and enhance Earth's ecosystems.
A Career in Mechanical Engineering
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A mechanical engineer has a wide breadth of opportunities including designing the latest vehicles, improving manufacturing processes, and creating prosthetic limbs. Mechanical engineers are involved in products and systems from design to implementation. What the job entails, what it pays, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders.
Dream Jobs in Architecture & Construction
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Careers in architecture and construction involve designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining structures. This book highlights a variety of specialized jobs with promising growth potential. Find out what path you need to follow in education and training to reach your dream job.
Dream Jobs in Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
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Qualified workers are required every day in the transportation industry. If becoming a trained professional in a well-paying career appeals to you, this book will help you pick and choose from a wide variety of specialized jobs in the planning, management, technical support, and logistics of the movement of people, materials, and goods. Find out what path you need to follow in education and training to reach your dream job.
Exploring Hi-Tech Careers
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Tech, finance, and media companies are accelerating their digitization of customer services at an unprecedented rate creating a growing demand for STEM professionals. Exploring Hi-Tech Careers takes a deep dive into the thriving hi-tech employment picture for digital engineers, security analysts, data scientists, and experts in blockchain and artificial intelligence. What the job entails, what it pays, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders.
Gig Jobs in Transportation and Delivery
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The gig economy has expanded to include many jobs within the transportation and delivery industries. This includes work as a rideshare driver, food delivery driver, package delivery driver, and more. This book examines the history of the gig economy in the industry, pros and cons of the gig economy, and the future of the gig economy in transportation and delivery.
Jobs If You Like Video Games
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Discover what it is like to be a professional gamer, game artist, game tester, drone pilot, and more in this book about jobs of interest to people who like to play video games. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders.
Jobs of the Future
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A fun and imaginative guide to futurist STEAM careers that will inspire middle-grade readers to dream big and envision a better world. From chemistry and climatology to robotics and the arts, The Architect of Impossible Places imagines professions that may one day be essential to preserving and improving life on Earth. Become a 'plastics fisherman' and save the oceans from pollution! Or be a 'cloud hunter' and help to slow global warming! Whatever their passion, children will discover a world of possibility in this imaginative, colourful guide to a wide range of futuristic careers.
STEAM Jobs in Architecture and Construction
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Can you imagine using your creativity to design buildings? Fix leaky roofs? Make sure that pipes carry water in just the right way? Jobs in architecture and construction are exciting, hands-on, and allow you to blend skills from your favorite STEAM subjects. In this book, readers in grades 4-8 will read about awesome jobs in architecture and construction and learn how to start preparing for those jobs now. This series introduces readers to careers that rely on science, technology, engineering, art, and/or math (STEAM) skills. Each book provides details that help students make connections between the subjects they are studying, their interests, and the variety of career options available to them. Also includes information about general education requirements and activities for before and after reading
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3D Printing: Science, Technology, and Engineering (Calling All Innovators: a Career for You) (Library Edition)
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Discover how today's innovators are finding ways to make 3D printers smaller, easier to use, and more affordable than ever.Calling All Innovators series introduces students to careers in science and technology. The complex text allows readers (Grades 5-8) to determine the main idea and explain how it is supported by key details. The idea of downloading and printing out a three-dimensional physical object using a personal computer might seem like something out of a science fiction story. However, the latest 3D printing technology is making this incredible dream into a reality. Readers will learn how 3D printing is changing the way we manufacture aircraft, treat injuries, and more.
Careers in Internet Technology
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The burgeoning use of smartphones to access the Internet is driving Internet careers as never before. Comments from people in the industry, current statistics and forecasts, and realistic descriptions provide a useful look at Internet technology jobs ranging from search engine optimization experts to cybersecurity analysts to mobile app developers.
Careers in Meteorology
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Interest in weather and extraordinary weather events--as evidenced by the growth industry of weather-as-entertainment television programming and amateur storm chasing--is growing. Interest in the atmospheric sciences, especially meteorology, and especially among young people who have the most at stake in our rapidly shifting atmospheric future, is at an all-time high. This book reveals the surprising array of career paths open to those students who are interested in meteorology and the even more diverse range of employers--from the local TV or radio station to government agencies like NASA and NOAA, from professional sports leagues to airline companies, from the military to private industries, such as insurance, utilities, and fisheries. The high school and post-secondary educational requirements as well as typical career paths and avenues to advancement are all outlined. This comprehensive, all-inclusive, one-stop guide to the field will set weather watchers on the path to an enriching and rewarding career in meteorology.
Careers in Robotics
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Robots are the future and employers need skilled workers who can build, operate, repair, and program these high-tech machines. Comments from people in the industry, current statistics and forecasts, and realistic descriptions provide a useful look at robotics jobs ranging from engineers to technicians to research scientists.
Cutting Edge Careers in Science
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The careers covered in this informative book include those of climate scientist, astronomer, geneticist, biochemist, food scientist, cartographer, and others. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders.
Deep-Sea Exploration: Science, Technology, Engineering (Calling All Innovators: a Career for You) (Library Edition)
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The darkest, deepest reaches of the oceans are home to some of the only places on Earth that remain unexplored by humans.Calling All Innovators series introduces students to careers in science and technology. The complex text allows readers (Grades 5-8) to determine the main idea and explain how it is supported by key details. Readers will find out how researchers and engineers are working to map out these mysterious depths. They will also learn how humans first began exploring the planet's oceans and how sea exploration has changed over time.
Drones
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Discover how today's pilots can remotely operate the latest aircraft from the surface. Calling All Innovators series introduces students to careers in science and technology. The complex text allows readers (Grades 5-8) to determine the main idea and explain how it is supported by key details. Operating aircraft once required pilots to take to the skies in the cockpits of airplanes, helicopters, and other large vehicles. However, this has all changed with the latest improvements in drone technology. Readers will learn how drones can be used to visit places no other aircraft could reach, why drones are so important to modern military operations, and why these unmanned aircraft are so controversial.
High-Speed Trains: from Concept to Consumer (Calling All Innovators: a Career for You) (Library Edition)
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Learn about the technology behind high-speed trains, the innovators who have made these trains possible, and what the future holds for this exciting career field.Calling All Innovators series introduces students to careers in science and technology. The complex text allows readers (Grades 5-8) to determine the main idea and explain how it is supported by key details. Though people have been traveling by train since the 19th century, this safe, efficient transportation method is becoming more exciting than ever before. Readers will discover how modern, high-speed rail systems are getting people and goods from place to place in record times.
Making Robots: Science, Technology, and Engineering (Calling All Innovators: a Career for You) (Library Edition)
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Find out what it takes to build robots, from how they are designed to which manufacturing processes and materials are used in their construction.Calling All Innovators series introduces students to careers in science and technology. The complex text allows readers (Grades 5-8) to determine the main idea and explain how it is supported by key details. From durable robots that can weather the intense heat inside a volcano and gather important research data to high-tech humanoids that can carry on conversations with people, today's boldest robotics innovations are changing the way we think about technology. Readers will learn how robots were first invented and how they have been improved over time.
Race Cars: Science, Technology, Engineering (Calling All Innovators: a Career for You) (Library Edition)
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Find out what it takes to be a race car driver.Ever since the first automobiles were invented, people have been competing to see who could drive the fastest. Readers will explore the origins of auto racing and follow the sport's history to see how it has grown to become one of the world's most popular and exciting past times. They will also learn how teams of mechanics, technicians, and engineers design and build some of the fastest cars on Earth. The complex text in this title allows readers to determine the main idea and explain how it is supported by key details. The diagrams, charts, and graphs add clarity and help students navigate the text.
Robotics: Science, Technology, Engineering (Calling All Innovators: a Career for You) (Library Edition)
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Find out what it takes to make and program robots.From the ancient Greeks to the people living today, we have long been fascinated by the idea of robots. Today, things that once seemed like science fiction are becoming reality. Readers will learn how some of today's most innovative thinkers are creating advanced robot technology. They will also find out how robotics technology has developed over more than a century and how to break into the industry themselves.
Roller Coasters
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Readers will get a close look at how people in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers are helping to build our future. Discover how people use STEM skills to solve problems and innovate throughout history. Diagrams, graphs, and charts help to clarify complex subjects Unique visual designs draw readers in and encourage them to invest Interviews with real-life workers give readers an up-close look at their jobs Helpful statistics assist readers in planning their future careers Additional content for further learning on this subject available at www.factsfornow.scholastic.com
Software Engineer
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As the Digital Age continues to flourish, electronic devices¿found in everything from refrigerators to wristwatches¿are a constant, if not unavoidable, part of everyday life. None of these devices can work without software, and therefore, without the help of software engineering professionals. As the demand for computing devices continues to grow, so too does the demand for software engineers. What the job entails, what it pays, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders.
Video Games
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Readers will get a close look at how people in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers are helping to build our future. Discover how people use STEM skills to solve problems and innovate throughout history. Diagrams, graphs, and charts help to clarify complex subjects Unique visual designs draw readers in and encourage them to invest Interviews with real-life workers give readers an up-close look at their jobs Helpful statistics assist readers in planning their future careers Additional content for further learning on this subject available at www.factsfornow.scholastic.com