Engineering resources provider Knovel, US, has reported that enrolment in the Sixth Annual Knovel University Challenge is on track to surpass the record-breaking 2010 numbers, which saw more than 10,000 entries. With one month yet to go, more than 4,100 students at 500 colleges and universities from 73 countries have successfully completed 8,400 entries.
The Challenge has become popular among engineering students and faculty for introducing future engineers to top-notch resources as they learn how to research, problem solve, and prepare for a competitive workforce. Engineers at more than 300 companies worldwide incorporate Knovel into their workflow, so the Challenge helps students to jumpstart use of a resource relevant throughout their careers.
In 2010, the Challenge was a requirement for more than 600 students in a freshmen engineering programme at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. This year, the momentum continues as additional universities, including the University of Alberta and University College London, have incorporated the competition into engineering courses.
The Knovel University Challenge presents a series of questions on engineering-related topics, and students can use Knovel to research and find the answers. Eligible entries are based upon correctly answering a minimum of three questions. New this year, students have the option to play one or more levels of difficulty. In addition to the website, the Challenge is also available via a Facebook application to encourage students to compete and share results with friends.
The deadline for entries is on or before December 1, 2011. Interested parties may visit http://www.knoveluniversitychallenge.com for the full rules and to get started with the Knovel University Challenge.
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