Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the requirements to become an engineer in Greece, focusing on educational pathways, titles, and the feasibility of self-teaching in the field of engineering.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Technical explanation
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant suggests starting with a solid background in calculus and physics as foundational knowledge for engineering.
- Another participant asserts that attending college is necessary to become an engineer, challenging the idea of being self-taught.
- A participant provides detailed information about the titles of "Diplomate Engineer" and "Technologist Engineer" in Greece, explaining the educational requirements for each title, including the duration of study and ECTS credits.
- There is a question raised about the possibility of obtaining the title of engineer through self-study, implying that formal education is essential in Greece.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on the necessity of formal education versus self-teaching in engineering, indicating a lack of consensus on the best approach to becoming an engineer in Greece.
Contextual Notes
Some participants may have assumptions about the educational system and the recognition of self-taught engineers that are not fully explored in the discussion.