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How do you know if the engineering field is right for you?

Let’s say a high school student gets A’s in math and science. They want to pursue a degree in engineering but they aren’t mechanically inclined. Would it be ill advised to pursue a degree in something like mechanical or civil engineering? What about other branches of engineering?

What type of interests should you have for each type of engineering?

How do you know if it’s right for you?

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Answer #1

The main types of engineering I know are mechanical, civil, computer, and weapons. They’re all mechanically inclined, but if you try really hard you could probably pull it off (what math are you in, Trig or Pre-Cal?). Engineering (except for civil, I think) generally isn’t a people oriented job, and you need to have an eye for detail and planning. Mechanical engineers probably have an interest in circuitry, while civil engineers might need a good fashion sense (you are making buildings, roads, and canals after wall) as well as a practical look on how things work. Take what I say with a grain of salt though. Despite my dad being in the mechanical engineering branch, and my desire to be a programmer, I am only 13. This is just what I know and what I believe. If you truly want to be a mechanical engineer, it does not matter if you aren’t good with computers and stuff at first. Dad didn’t even own a computer until he was in his mid 20’s.

Answer #2

There are many different branches of engineering. You might want to look into something like chemical engineering, biomedical engineering or something involving nanotechnology.

Answer #3

by having an engineering degree

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