What do you think about engineering?

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Engineering is defined as the application of science to create useful structures and systems. The discussion highlights a debate over the definition of engineering, with some agreeing that it encompasses designing the human-made world. A notable quote suggests that while scientists establish scientific principles, engineers utilize these principles in practical applications. Participants express differing views on whether the initial definition fully captures the essence of engineering. The conversation emphasizes the multifaceted nature of engineering beyond mere design.
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Hi I am an engineering student from Singapore.
I am curious about engineering's definition.
"Engineering is the process of designing the human made world"
Do you, as an engineer agree to this short definition about engineering?
Why?
 
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Engineering is the application of science to build useful things.
One quote that comes to my mind (I don't remember who said it though) : "Scientists figure out the rules of the game and engineers play with it."
 
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Avichal said:
Engineering is the application of science to build useful things.
One quote that comes to my mind (I don't remember who said it thought) : "Scientists figure out the rules of the game and engineers play with it."

oh ya! I also saw this quote before!
So can I said that you disagree with "engineering is the process of designing the human made world"?
 
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