Women in the developed world expect to work in the labour force over the course of their lives. However, engineering stands out as a profession that remains obstinately male-dominated. Despite efforts to change, little progress has been made in attracting and retaining women in engineering. This book analyses the outcomes of a decade-long investigation into this phenomenon, framed by two questions: Why are there so few women in engineering? And why is this so difficult to change?
Women in the developed world expect to work in the labour force over the course of their lives. However, engineering stands out as a profession that r...