What do you need to become an engineer

Hi Caleb,

Students who are interested in pursuing a degree in engineering can prepare for the application process as early as middle school. By selecting a variety of science, mathematics, and engineering-related course work and participating in programs and projects that expose students to engineering concepts, students will have advanced exposure to university level work.

Pre-university Course Selection

While in middle and high school, students interested in engineering should consider taking accelerated courses in several of the following subjects.

• Algebra II


• Biology


• Calculus


• Chemistry


• Computer Science


• Language Arts


• Precalculus


• Physics


• Second Language


• Trigonometry

Engineering Degree Fields

More than twenty five major specialties are recognized in the fields of engineering and engineering technology. In most countries, degrees in the different fields of engineering and engineering technology are accredited to ensure that the programs provide students with a top notch engineering education. Select a degree field from the list below to find out more about the different engineering and engineering technology career paths.

Engineering Majors
Aerospace
Architectural
Bioengineering
Chemical
Civil

Computer

Computer Science

Electrical

Environmental

Industrial

Manufacturing

Materials

Mechanical

Nuclear

More detailed information in: http://tryengineering.org/explore-engineering/become-engineer

Good luck in your choice!