Future of Engineering in the world

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The discussion centers on a high school sophomore's dilemma between pursuing engineering or medicine, influenced by parental opinions and personal interests in robotics, programming, and biology. Key insights include the comparative educational timelines, with medicine requiring at least 11 years of schooling versus 4 years for engineering. Participants emphasize the importance of hands-on experience, suggesting internships and job shadowing to inform the student's decision. The conversation also highlights the growing demand for engineers, particularly in software and environmental engineering, while noting the stability of medical careers.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of engineering disciplines, particularly computer science and environmental engineering.
  • Familiarity with medical career paths, including the educational requirements for becoming a physician.
  • Knowledge of the job market trends in STEM fields, especially in engineering and medicine.
  • Basic awareness of academic planning in high school, including AP courses and college preparation.
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  • Research the educational pathways for biomedical engineering and its relevance to both engineering and medicine.
  • Explore internship opportunities in engineering firms and medical settings to gain practical experience.
  • Investigate job market statistics for various engineering fields, focusing on growth areas like environmental engineering.
  • Learn about the MCAT requirements and preparation strategies for medical school applications.
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High school students considering careers in engineering or medicine, parents guiding their children in career choices, and educators advising students on academic paths in STEM fields.

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Can you become a programmer with just about any college degree?
 
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Depending on the company, yes.

However, it is usually easier with a CS degree. It is worth pointing out that there are several levels of occupation covered by the term "programmer" that go all the way from 18-year olds who just learned how to script to the kind of people who design large complicated systems that cost millions of dollars.
 

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