CACHE Survey Results - 1998
Programming/computer classes should emphasize databases (63%), statistics (63%), and numerical toolboxes (14%) rather than languages.
The computer was easy to learn to use on the job. Universities should concentrate on using tools that enhance education and let the engineer learn to use the specific tool/software on the job.
CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) is a growing field
Students must be taught to use the computer properly and be able to (1) prove they have solved the problem they wanted to solve, and (2) determine the accuracy of the solution.
Practicing engineers are users of software.