Urbashi Mitra
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Urbashi Mitra

Professor, USC Viterbi School of Engineering
Los Angeles, CA
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  • Shariah, Abu Dhabi, UAE asked Urbashi Mitra, USC Viterbi School of Engineering

    Added Friday, March 30, 2012 at 4:28 AM

    I finished high school a few months back and scored high grades for both maths and physics during my a-levels. I am thinking of pursuing a career in engineering. I am wondering which engineering degree is better suited for women, in terms of field work (working outside in the sun or open field frequently, or having to travel alot)? Because it is not always easy for women to travel frequently outside, such as for civil engineering. I am thinking of pursuing electronics and telecommunication ...
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    Urbashi Mitra, USC Viterbi School of Engineering
    Answered Friday, March 30, 2012 at 4:28 AM
    I do not believe that one form of engineering is better or worse for women, since every woman is an individual. Each engineering discipline is quite varied and diverse even within that discipline. I can think of mechanical engineers, chemical ...