Do I Have to Be a Nerd to Be an Engineer?

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Engineering does not require one to be a "nerd," but it demands a strong commitment to math and science. Effective communication skills are essential, as engineers must articulate complex ideas clearly. Students who struggle with these subjects may find engineering challenging and should consider their passion for the field before pursuing it. Ultimately, hard work and a willingness to learn are crucial for success in engineering programs.

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  • Basic understanding of calculus and physics
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and take responsibility for learning
  • Familiarity with engineering principles and problem-solving techniques
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Jones1987 said:
Just remember, if someone can invent this stuff, you can learn it ;)

^^ I liked this :) Really makes you think about all those things we find "too hard" or "impossible". I'm half way though my final year of high school, having returned after dropping out for 2 years (best decision EVER). So here's my 2 cents worth:

What does it matter if engineering is "for nerdy" (lol) grow up and get over it. Listen to what others have said in this thread as I'm sure they are far more knowledgeable than myself. And for goodness sake, lrn beta comunicashon skilzz..
 
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You are going to let one teacher decide your future?
 
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most of the nerds in my school are in the math and physics department, apart from the chinese and arabs that can't speak english very well most of the engineers here at least are all pretty loud, semi obnoxious, and talk lots of sht most of the time but I live in miami so lots of the hispanic engineers are cuban so that's normal for them
 

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