Reniece Dacosta Added Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 4:37 PM What minors, extracurricular activities, and/or internship opportunities would be beneficial for pursuing a mechanical engineering degree? I want to pursue a mechanical engineering degree but with a focus on product design. Answers 1
Adriene asked Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Added Monday, November 1, 2021 at 9:25 PM What should I focus on now to be an engineer? Hi Marita I want to do what you are doing when I am older so can you please tell me the most important thing I should focus on now in middle school? Answers 0
Rather not say asked Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Added Monday, October 25, 2021 at 7:22 PM What are some challenges you faced along the way? Answers 0
Skylar asked Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Added Friday, July 24, 2020 at 2:03 PM What made you want to do what you do? Getting where you are at an age like that I just wanted to know, because I might want to the same thing when I get a little older. Answers 0
Lizzy asked Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Added Friday, February 21, 2020 at 5:16 AM How do I know if engineering is the career for me? I'm about to start my second year in engineering but I'm still worried I've chosen the wrong career path. I love maths and exams are not a problem for me, but I get super stressed and unsure when it comes to design projects. I do like working with my hands but I'm just not sure if engineering is for me. I'm thinking of transferring to maths or data science but I want to know that my work is making a difference somewhere, and I'm not sure if I would get that satisfaction from maths. Do ... Answers 0
Mirra, Monash University asked Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Added Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 8:41 PM I have been told that the number of internship can change my career outlook and increase prospects Hi I am studying mechanical engineering in Monash. I have been suffering from kidney stones all the year round and hence my cgpa has suffered but its only 2.8-3 outta a four where my fellow peers have significantly higher ones. Can I explain that to my future prospective employer giving as reason I was sick? I have been told that the number of internship can change my career outlook and increase prospects. Is this true? Is it a must that I should intern only in my field or dabble in various ... Answers 1 Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Answered Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 8:41 PM Yes, you can tell your employers you were sick as a reason for your lower GPA. Yes, doing more internships will increase your career prospects. You should definitely try and intern in engineering, or in the field you want to work later, in ...
Sura, Jordan Added Monday, January 25, 2016 at 7:01 AM improving my mechatronic engineering skills Hi, my name is Sura. I'm from Jordan. I am studying mechatronic engineering and it's my second year. I want to improve my skills but I don't know how and what to start with. Does that depend on what courses I take at university or not? Are there any websites could help mechatronics engineering student ? I'm waiting for your advise :) Answers 1 Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Answered Monday, January 25, 2016 at 7:01 AM Hi Sura, If you want to be a great mechatronics engineer, start doing projects outside of your normal class now. Mechanical engineering - Pull things apart and learn how they work, create your own simple robots from scratch by experimenting with ...
Utkarsh, Mumbai asked Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Added Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 11:29 AM Choosing between mechatronics or electronics Hi, I just got done with my entrance exam and I'm in a dilemma. I need to choose my UG course. Options are either mechatronics or electrical and electronics. You've been asked exactly the same question once before.. What I would like to know is the scope in both the fields. I don't have any plans to work in my UG field, instead simply acquire an MBA degree 2-3 years after my UG. I would like to know, from the two mentioned branches, which is the right choice keeping the scope,job opportunity ... Answers 1 Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Answered Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 11:29 AM If you don't plan on working in the field, and your most important factors are scope, job opportunity and money factor, I would say go with electrical and electronics engineering. Mechatronics gives you a broader range of knowledge across ...
Samaria, Atlanta, Georgia Added Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 6:11 PM Which engineering is more friendly and requires the use of collaborations? I am considering pursuing mechanical or computer engineering, which form of engineering is more extrovert friendly and requires the use of collaborations? Answers 1 Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Answered Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 6:11 PM Both streams of engineering require collaboration and are friendly to extroverts. There are so many exciting developments in the computer engineering world at the moment. I would recommend you jump on that rocket ship - there are so many ...
Claudia, Peru Added Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 12:13 AM How can I make other girls understand? Hi there. I just want to know how I can change girls' minds about us being the same as boys. Most girls in my class think that boys are better than us. I want to be an engineer, but most people say that mechatronics engineering is only for boys and is too difficult. How can I shut them up?!! Answers 1 Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Answered Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 12:13 AM I'm female and I studied mechatronics engineering and computer science at University from 2007 - 2013. There were 5 girls in my course, out of 50. So mechatronics engineering is not only for boys, and girls can do it, too! In 2008 I ...
Anna, Malaysia Added Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 5:59 AM What is the difference between mechatronics and electrical and electronic engineering? Hello, I am currently studying in college and about to choose my undergraduate course. And I am kinda struggling to choose between Mechatronic and E&E? Can you roughly explain to me that the difference between these 2 courses is and the career pathway for these 2 courses? Thank you :) Answers 1 Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Answered Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 5:59 AM Mechatronics engineering is a combination of mechanical, electrical and computer systems engineering. It is useful for understanding all the pieces of technology and how to integrate them to produce a working system. Electrical engineers design new and ...
Tierra, MD asked Karen Thole, Pennsylvania State University Added Friday, March 30, 2012 at 5:26 AM Do Mechanical Engineers Need Programming Skills? Hi, I was wondering what is mechanical engineering and what they do? I am considering becoming a mechanical engineer after I become a computer programmer. Also does computer programming help in mechanical engineering? Does taking the International Baccalaureate program help in the engineering field? Also I am entering highschool and am going to be taking the IB program. Answers 2 Marita Cheng, The University of Melbourne/ Imperial College London Answered Friday, March 30, 2012 at 5:26 AM Hi Tierra, A mechanical engineer uses physics and material science to solve real-world problems, such as working on car engines, rockets and planes; manufacturing plants, and medical devices. Doing computer programming before doing engineering will ...