A CAREER IN ENGINEERING
Engineers are creative , imaginative , analytical and technical , with excellent teamwork skills . As an engineer , you ’ ll apply science and mathematics in a practical way to design and develop new technologies and improve existing ones .
CONSIDER A CAREER IN ENGINEERING IF YOU :
are curious about how things work
have an interest in improving the quality of human life
enjoy designing and building things like analysing and solving problems are interested in maths and science enjoy challenges
WHAT DO ENGINEERS DO ?
Engineers solve problems , figure out how things work and create solutions . They ’ re key to the development of society and solving the challenges faced by our world , such as climate change , natural resource depletion , food shortages , supply of clean drinking water and increased demands on energy . Engineers possess a rare combination of skills and qualities that place them in demand in many industries . An engineer ’ s career is diverse , interesting and can be anywhere in the world .
As a qualified engineer , you ’ ll also be equipped to work in many areas outside of engineering , such as management , banking and consulting . Some engineers go on to become CEOs of major corporations . Problem-solving and planning skills , combined with a focus on the future and continuous improvement , make engineers excellent business leaders . are goal-oriented
like working with lots of different people in multidisciplinary teams .
What I enjoy most studying at Monash is the open community and the opportunities for growth . I went on field trips , industrial training and participated in competitions . These experiences enhanced my academic journey and developed my essential skills for future challenges in the engineering field .
I have always loved fixing things and finding innovative solutions always gave me a sense of accomplishment . Looking ahead , I envision myself contributing to technological advancements and working in an environment fueled by a passion for innovation .”
NATALIE BOK
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering ( Honours )
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