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Jaquelin
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What are the best courses for engineering?
What are the best courses for engineering?
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Claxton Graham
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Hi, Jaquelin. Since I don't know what level of school you're currently at, I can give you some general suggestions as to what you may want to focus on.
Because the various engineering disciplines rely heavily on math and science, taking courses in those fields will be essential to preparing for studying engineering in college. The math track includes algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, and statistics. The science track includes Earth science, biology, chemistry, and physics. As also previously suggested, courses in subjects like computer programming, data processing, and drafting (computer-aided drafting and, if they still teach it, manual drafting) will also come in handy because college-level engineering courses will require knowledge of those subjects. Humanities courses like English, foreign language (e.g., Spanish, French, German) , and art come in handy as well because they help develop communications skills that engineers need and make for a well-rounded portfolio, which is something that college admissions look upon favorably.
One other thing to consider. Although many people go directly to a major university to study engineering, many others do their first two years of coursework at community or junior college and then transfer to a university to take their major courses and earn their degrees. How you choose to pursue your degree will depend on your financial situation and level of comfort about jumping directly from high school into a university environment.
Because the various engineering disciplines rely heavily on math and science, taking courses in those fields will be essential to preparing for studying engineering in college. The math track includes algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, and statistics. The science track includes Earth science, biology, chemistry, and physics. As also previously suggested, courses in subjects like computer programming, data processing, and drafting (computer-aided drafting and, if they still teach it, manual drafting) will also come in handy because college-level engineering courses will require knowledge of those subjects. Humanities courses like English, foreign language (e.g., Spanish, French, German) , and art come in handy as well because they help develop communications skills that engineers need and make for a well-rounded portfolio, which is something that college admissions look upon favorably.
One other thing to consider. Although many people go directly to a major university to study engineering, many others do their first two years of coursework at community or junior college and then transfer to a university to take their major courses and earn their degrees. How you choose to pursue your degree will depend on your financial situation and level of comfort about jumping directly from high school into a university environment.
Ray Koch
Mechanical Reliability Engineer
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Indianapolis, Indiana
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Ray’s Answer
Hi!
You question is a bit vague but I am going to guess that you might be asking what classes you should take in high school to prepare you for studying Engineering in college since the previous answer covered another possible interpretation.
Engineering programs are very heavy on the math and science, so I highly recommend taking as much math and science as you can, including things like AP Chemistry, AP Phyiscs and AP Calculus. If you school offers a drafting or CAD class that could also be useful as well as computer programing.
In addition, I also highly recomend taking as many additional AP classes as you can. Engineering school can be demanding with a full schedule, so the more classes that will give you college credit and reduce what you have to take can also be beneficial.
As previously mentioned there are multiple types of types of engineering and having an idea which one you want to study and what it entails will also help you to decide what classes may be helpful.
You question is a bit vague but I am going to guess that you might be asking what classes you should take in high school to prepare you for studying Engineering in college since the previous answer covered another possible interpretation.
Engineering programs are very heavy on the math and science, so I highly recommend taking as much math and science as you can, including things like AP Chemistry, AP Phyiscs and AP Calculus. If you school offers a drafting or CAD class that could also be useful as well as computer programing.
In addition, I also highly recomend taking as many additional AP classes as you can. Engineering school can be demanding with a full schedule, so the more classes that will give you college credit and reduce what you have to take can also be beneficial.
As previously mentioned there are multiple types of types of engineering and having an idea which one you want to study and what it entails will also help you to decide what classes may be helpful.
Rebecca Tang
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Rebecca’s Answer
Thank you for your question. I am glad to hear that you have interest on engineering. In fact, there are many streams in Engineering, e.g. Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, etc. Each have the specific knowledge domain. Have you thought about which engineer stream you have interest?
Below are my suggestions :
1. Explore on different engineering streams and determine what you have interest
2. Explore the college reviews on the engineering faculty
3. Attend the information sessions of the engineering faculty. Speak to the professors and alumni if possible
4. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counsellor, your parents, etc.
5. Find out the entry criteria of the engineering major you have interest
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
Below are my suggestions :
1. Explore on different engineering streams and determine what you have interest
2. Explore the college reviews on the engineering faculty
3. Attend the information sessions of the engineering faculty. Speak to the professors and alumni if possible
4. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counsellor, your parents, etc.
5. Find out the entry criteria of the engineering major you have interest
Hope this helps! Good Luck!