Students must take an active role in the learning process. These discussions, as much as possible, include discussion of real problems and successes in student organizations. The management of technical organizations presents several unique problems. The engineering detail and exacting processes of design and manufacturing denote intense individual effort and creativity. On the other hand, developing complex systems requires an integrated group process that taxes the best communication and group dynamics skills.
Engineers tend to be systems thinkers.
They can think of the global project and, at the same time, focus on the individual subsystem which is part of the major system. The typical engineer is independent, self driven and finds reward in continuous improvement. They are powerhouses at managing things but lack the skills of managing people. An engineer education focuses on individual skills. The execution of these skills in a technical organization requires a group success.