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Engineering As A Profession

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Engineering As A Profession

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Introduction to

Engineering as a Profession
 What is Engineering
 Different kind of Engineers
 Electrical and Electronics Engineering
What is Engineering?

 Engineering is a broad field that involves the application of scientific,


mathematical, and practical knowledge to design, create, and maintain
structures, machines, systems, and processes.

 So Engineering is the art of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems.

 Engineers use their skills to solve complex problems, innovate, and contribute
to the development of technology and society.
Different kinds of Engineering
Design Engineers
Research Engineers
Development Engineers
Production and construction Engineers
Cost-Benefit analysis
Operation Engineers
Sales Engineers
Management Engineers
Engineers
Electrical and Electronics Engineering

 Electrical engineering focuses on the study and application of electricity,


electronics, and electromagnetism.
 Electrical engineering is a broad science that can cover subfields such as
a) Electrical power Engineering
b) Communication Engineering
c) Computer Engineering
d) Control Engineering
 Electrical engineers work on a wide range of projects, including
 designing electrical systems for buildings,
 developing electronic devices,
 and working on power generation and distribution systems.
BSc level courses

 At the BSc level, students studying electrical engineering will typically take a variety of courses
covering fundamental principles and practical applications. Some common courses include:
1) Circuit Analysis
2) Electronics
3) Digital Systems
4) Electromagnetics
5) Signals and Systems
6) Power Systems
7) Control Systems
8) Communication Systems
9) Microprocessors
10) Electric Machines
11) Machine learning, AI and robotics
12) Programming languages such as (C, C++, Java, Network programming, MATLAB, Assembly
language)
Career Opportunities

 After graduating with a BSc in electrical and electronics engineering, there are
numerous career opportunities available.
 Electrical engineers can work in a variety of industries, including:
I. Power generation and distribution
II. Telecommunications
III. Electronics manufacturing
IV. Aerospace and defense
V. Renewable energy
VI. Automotive industry
VII. Information technology
VIII. Research and development
Roles of Electrical and Electronics
Engineer
 Potential job roles for graduates include:
1) electrical design engineer,
2) control systems engineer,
3) telecommunications engineer,
4) power systems engineer,
5) electronics engineer,
6) Additionally, some graduates may choose to pursue further education or specialize in
a particular area of electrical engineering through postgraduate studies or
professional certifications.

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