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both mechanical and civil are good branches...
it depends on your choice what you choose for engineering
it depends on your choice what you choose for engineering
Jeanderson said:Hello. (:
I am currently a sophomore studying Mechanical Engineering at Western Kentucky University. I am just starting to know what exactly I want to do with engineering, and it involves some different things such as water treatment, building infrastructure, energy (and possibly prosthetic). I've been getting these ideas from a desire to be a part of the Janicki Bioenergy company (http://janickibioenergy.com/), Engineers Without Borders (http://www.ewb-usa.org/) and Engineering Missions International (http://www.emiusa.org/); [Broken] I want to directly improve the lives of others as much as learned skills and talents can enable me.
From my understanding of Civil engineering, it seems these ideas all fall more under the civil category than the mechanical. However, I may be influenced by where my schooling is located - I am in Bowling Green, Ky, where there is a Corvette Museum and many metal companies that contribute to it, so it seems most of mechanical engineering has to do with metal formation and automobiles. I feel this may be incorrect, and that mechanicals aren't restricted to that? I recently went to a job fair, looking for an internship for this summer, and the companies I was most interested were looking for Civil Engineering majors, and would not accept Mechanical Engineering applicants.
On the flip-side, I have also heard that Mechanical Engineers have the know-how to do the things Civil Engineers do, but have even more options available to them. I feel that Civils are trained more for the things I am interested in. Is this accurate?
Any help or insight would be very much appreciated! :D God bless!
hello, am currently studying civil engineering in north cyprus, this thread has really left me confused on whether to switch or remain in CE, you said you earn over 200k where do you live and work?Tex0219 said:As someone who has been in the work force for an extended period of time, I would recommend that you get a degree in something you enjoy first and worry about the job market second. You can get a good job with any engineering degree. I started out in electrical engineering and hated it. I moved into chemical engineering and hated it. I graduated with BS and MS degrees in civil Engineering and love it. By the way, don't let anyone tell you the money isn't good in civil engineering. I make over $200K a year as a civil (geotechnical) engineer. I know plenty of other civil engineers that make plenty good money. My point is to do something you're passionate about no matter what major your choose. If you make a decision based on what you perceive the income potential to be, you will regret it. You will be working for a very long time and you better do something you enjoy. By the way, people tend to do a better job at something they enjoy.
The main difference between mechanical and civil engineering is the focus of their respective fields. Mechanical engineering deals with the design, development, and maintenance of mechanical systems, such as machines, engines, and tools. Civil engineering, on the other hand, is concerned with the design, construction, and maintenance of structures and infrastructure, such as buildings, roads, bridges, and water systems.
Mechanical engineers work on a wide range of projects, including the design and development of machinery, vehicles, and consumer products. They also work on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for buildings, as well as power generation and renewable energy systems.
Civil engineers typically work on projects related to the design and construction of buildings, roads, bridges, airports, water systems, and other infrastructure. They also work on environmental projects, such as waste management and pollution control.
Both mechanical and civil engineering offer strong job prospects, with demand for both fields expected to grow in the coming years. However, the specific job market may vary depending on location and industry. It is important to research job opportunities and growth trends in your desired location and field of interest.
While there may be some overlap in skills and knowledge between mechanical and civil engineering, they are distinct fields with different focuses and requirements. It is possible for a mechanical engineer to work on civil engineering projects, and vice versa, but it may require additional training and education to do so effectively.