What is required to become a mechanical engineer

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To become a mechanical engineer, one must typically obtain a mechanical engineering degree from a college, which is considered moderately difficult. In Pakistan, additional training and licensing may be required depending on the specific job. High school students interested in this field should gain practical experience by learning to use a machine shop and developing skills in basic mechanical drawings and 3D printing. These foundational skills are essential for success in university-level mechanical engineering studies.

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  • Mechanical engineering degree
  • Understanding of machine shop operations
  • Basic mechanical drawing skills
  • Experience with 3D printing technology
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  • Research mechanical engineering degree programs and their requirements
  • Explore local machine shop classes or workshops
  • Learn CAD software for mechanical design
  • Investigate licensing requirements for mechanical engineers in Pakistan
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hi,
Does anyone know how to become a mechanical engineer?
is it difficult or easy?
thanks.
 
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The typical way is to go to college and get a mechanical engineering degree. It's moderately difficult, but definitions of "difficult" can vary.

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Seconded.

Nothing good comes easy. ME is relatively difficult. I would put in hardwork and zeal in both my UG/career after to be one.
 
hgtrreds said:
hi,
Does anyone know how to become a mechanical engineer?
is it difficult or easy?
thanks.
* How far along are you in your education?

* Your profile lists your country as Pakistan. Certain mechanical engineering jobs might require additional training and licensing beyond an undergrad college degree. That depends on the specific job and on the specific country in which you'll be working. If you plan to stay in Pakistan, find out what the regulations there are. Start with a web search on "pakistan society mechanical engineers".
 
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hgtrreds said:
Does anyone know how to become a mechanical engineer?
Assuming you are in high school and looking at your options for university, one good step would be to learn how to use a machine shop and start building projects. Does your high school offer a machine shop class or similar?

And a modern part of starting to build mechanical things is to learn to draw basic mechanical drawings and to start to use a 3-D printer to actually fabricate a few of them. These are skills that you will be using at university in your ME studies, so it's good to get an early start on them. Plus, it can be really fun, and you can build some things that are useful to you in your daily life.

https://maker.pro/projects/category/3d-printing
 
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physics is more important than any engineering qualification (skills).
for example, the laser was invented by physicists, not engineers.
there are many valuable inventions done by physicist and they are still doing it because their primary interest is not money.while engineers are more interested in money.
 
hgtrreds said:
physics is more important than any engineering qualification (skills).
for example, the laser was invented by physicists, not engineers.
there are many valuable inventions done by physicist and they are still doing it because their primary interest is not money.while engineers are more interested in money.
??? Why did you post your original question, if you already had the answer?
 
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hgtrreds said:
physics is more important than any engineering qualification (skills).
for example, the laser was invented by physicists, not engineers.
there are many valuable inventions done by physicist and they are still doing it because their primary interest is not money.while engineers are more interested in money.
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