What can an electronical engineer do?

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The discussion centers around the roles and responsibilities of an electronic engineer, particularly in the context of academic specialization and coursework. Participants explore what knowledge and skills are typically associated with this field, including potential areas of study and career paths.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks clarification on what electronic engineers do, expressing interest in the specialization.
  • Another participant suggests checking institutional documentation or syllabi for more detailed information about the specialization.
  • A participant questions whether the brief description of coursework related to microprocessors, software, and computer hardware is sufficient for an Electrical Engineering degree, implying it may be more appropriate for an Electronics Technician program.
  • A later post shifts focus to the Master's degree in electronics, indicating curiosity about advanced studies in the field.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion does not reach a consensus on the sufficiency of the coursework described, and multiple viewpoints regarding the scope of electronic engineering education are present.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about the adequacy of the curriculum and its alignment with different engineering qualifications, but no specific definitions or program details are provided.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals considering a specialization in electronic engineering or those interested in understanding the educational pathways and career options in the field of electronics.

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Can anyone (or everyone) describe to me what electronical engineer can do?
That is one of my options for specialization and I want to know more about it.

Thanks.
 
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Have you checked your institution's documentation and/or syllabus for the specialization?
 
I did. Couple of sentences about microprocessors, software, computer hardware and that's it.
Is that everything I have to know about electronics?
 
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I did. Couple of sentences about microprocessors, software, computer hardware and that's it.
Is that everything I have to know about electronics?

That's not enough coursework for an Electrical Engineering degree. Is it for Electronics Technician? How many years long is the program?
 
On this topic is about Master's degree in electronics (any field).
I'm really curious on this one.
 

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