Consider Engineering Innovation

High School students considering a career in engineering but not really sure what a career in engineering is really like should start looking for universities that offer summer programs.  

In these programs you can learn how to apply the book knowledge to real world projects. Johns Hopkins is one university that offers such a program in different cities during the summer.

 

According to a Forbes article, when the playing field is equal, companies are more likely to hire individuals with engineering degrees over those with liberal arts degrees.  What every your interest is consider an education in the engineering field. Here are some popular careers in engineering.

• Computer Engineering-Computer engineering graduates typically have some of the highest starting salaries in engineering.

 

• Chemical Engineering- Chemical engineers use chemistry and engineering to turn raw materials into usable products, such as medicine, petrochemicals and plastics.

• Biomedical/Biological Engineering- Applies biology toward medial innovations and cost effecting solutions to human health

•  Electrical Engineering- Design better electrical devices.

• Mechanical Engineering- Design tools and operations of machines.

• Civil Engineering- Design structures and consider how they will hold up in weather and different situations. They usually work in construction field.

Dr. Dee Carter   March 1, 2013