It is a vast field that has applications in nearly every industry, from manufacturing and production to shipping and construction. Engineers of various types were likely involved in the home you live in, the building you work at, the bridges you drive over and the products that you buy. If problem solving, experimentation and machine development interests you, a career in engineering may suit you well.

This field provides ample career opportunities across all industries, making it one of the most sought-after courses pursued by students after Class 12, especially those from the Science stream.

ENGINEERING BRANCHES

Engineering is an extensive subject! Since there are so many types of engineering to choose from, this article will help you understand what you’re passionate about and decide what branch of engineering will suit you.

Robotics Engineering

If you love solving complex problems, or if you are interested in electronics, programming, and mechanics, a career as a robotics engineer! Robotics engineering is a field of engineering which centers on building machines that replicate human actions. A robotics engineer creates these applications or autonomous machines (aka robots) for industries such as mining, manufacturing, automotive, services and more. Robotics engineering requires the ability to be proficient in a variety of technical areas — robotics engineers are the bridge between mechanics, electronics, computer science, and cognitive psychology.

Civil Engineering

Civil engineering focuses on designing and developing infrastructure projects which can be on a huge scale, such as the development of nationwide transport systems or water supply networks, or on a smaller scale, such as the development of single roads or buildings. Added to that, the course also involves protecting the public and environmental health as well as improving existing infrastructure.

Computer Science Engineering

Computer engineering are responsible for designing, building, testing, and implementing hardware and software applications. They are also called programmers. Their duties include developing software systems, updating hardware, and designing new equipment.

Electrical/Electronics Engineering

If you are interested in how electrical devices and systems work, Electrical and electronics engineering branch will suit you as they both focus on applications of electrical power. The two fields differ in that electrical engineers chiefly focus on the large-scale production and supply of electrical power, while electronics engineers focus on much smaller electronic circuits, such as those used in computers.

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineering is the study of objects and systems in motion. The role of a mechanical engineer is to take a product from an idea to the market. The mechanical engineer must be able to determine the forces and the environment that a product is placed in, its parts and then design them for functionality, aesthetics, and durability and then to determine the best manufacturing approach that will ensure operation without failure. They play key roles in a wide range of industries that includes aerospace, automotive, biotechnology, computers, electronics, microelectromechanical systems, energy conversion, robotics and automation, and manufacturing.

Electronics and Communication Engineering

Electronics and Communication Engineering is an engineering discipline which involves designing, developing and manufacturing electronic equipment (for devices and circuits) as well as communication systems. The degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering enables you with a clear understanding of analog transmission, basic electronics, microprocessors, solid-state devices, digital analog communication, satellite communication, Integrated circuits, antenna and wave progression and microwave engineering.

Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering

This branch of engineering deals with the research, design, development, construction, testing, science and technology of aircraft. You can also specialize in aerodynamics, aeroelasticity, composites analysis, avionics, propulsion and structures and materials. It covers two aspects of engineering – Aeronautical Engineering and Astronautical Engineering.

Information Technology Engineering

Information technology (IT) is the technology required for information processing; the use of electronic computers and computer software to convert, store, protect, process, transmit and retrieve information from anywhere, anytime. IT Engineering introduces you to the use of IT in a business environment. IT engineers either design/develop website/web-based solutions or softwares used for various industries.

Marine Engineering

Marine engineers design, build, and maintain ships, from aircraft carriers to submarines and from sailboats to tankers. They also work on power generation projects, such as offshore wind turbines and tidal power, work along the coast—both offshore and on land. They also sometimes work on oil rigs, where they oversee the repair or maintenance of systems that they may have designed.

Automobile Engineering

Automobile Engineering is a branch of engineering, incorporating elements of mechanical, electrical, electronic, software, and safety engineering as applied to the design, manufacture and operation of all kinds of vehicles and their respective engineering subsystems. The study of automobile engineering is to design, develop, fabricate, and test vehicles or vehicle components from the concept stage to production stage. Production, development and manufacturing are the three major functions in this engineering sector.

Biotechnology Engineering

Biotechnology engineering is a field of applied biology and chemical engineering principles that involves the use of living things in engineering, technology, medicine, and other useful applications. It also includes genetic engineering as well as cell and tissue culture technologies.

Chemical Engineering

This type of engineering concerns the use of chemical and biological processes to produce useful materials or substances. If you have an analytical mindset and interested in chemistry or another natural/life science, chemical engineering can be a good choice.

Industrial Engineering

Industrial engineering is a branch of engineering focusing on increasing efficiency, reducing production costs, improving quality control, ensuring the health and safety of employees, protecting the environment or complying with government regulations associated with manufacturing industrial or consumer products. Industrial engineers work to reduce any waste of time, money, materials, energy or other commodities by streamlining procedures and processes.

Production Engineering

Production Engineering (Manufacturing Engineering) is a branch of engineering that deals with planning, designing, developing and managing of various processes to produce a product. Being a subset of Mechanical Engineering, this branch of engineering, is interdisciplinary in nature as it blends science and technology together. Professional manufacturing engineers are responsible for all aspect of the design, development, implementation, operation and management of manufacturing system. Manufacturing is the most important element in any engineering process & Manufacturing Engineers are key personnel in many organization.

Biomedical Engineering

Biomedical engineering is the application of the principles and problem-solving techniques of engineering to biology and medicine. Also called “bioengineering“, this branch combines the design and problem-solving skills of engineering with medical biological sciences to advance health care treatment, including diagnosis, monitoring, and therapy.

Health and Safety Engineering

Health and safety engineers combine knowledge of engineering and of health and safety to develop procedures and design systems to protect people from illness and injury and property from damage. Health and safety engineers develop procedures and design systems to protect people from illness and injury and property from damage. They combine knowledge of engineering and of health and safety to make sure that chemicals, machinery, software, furniture, and other products will not cause harm to people or damage to property.

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POPULAR COLLEGES

The vast number of engineering colleges across India is definitely a boon, but when it comes to choosing the perfect college that suits you, it can be a tedious task. There are several online and offline surveys, career agencies available that can help you choose wisely.

Below are a few top Engineering Colleges across India:

• Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
• National Institute of Technology (NIT)
• Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT)
• Institute of Chemical Technology, ICT Mumbai
• School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Videyapeetham, Coimbatore
• Jadavpur University, Kolkata
• College of Engineering, Anna University, Chennai
• Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala
• BITS Pilani, Pilani 
• Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, IIEST Shibpur
• Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur
• Amity University, Noida
• Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
• S.R.M. Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai
• Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, IIST Thiruvananthapuram

ENTRANCE EXAMS

In order to get admission in engineering colleges, candidates must appear in engineering entrance exams after 12th. There are a number of engineering entrance exams held each year in India at national level, state level and university level. Below are a few:

• Joint Entrance Examination (Main & Advanced) [JEE]
• BITSAT – BITS Pilani
• VITEEE – VIT University
• SRMJEEE – SRM Institute of Science and Technology
• COMEDK – Consortium of Medical Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka 
• KEAM – Kerala Engineering Architecture and Medical
• KIITEE – Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology
• WBJEE – West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board
• MHTCET – State Common Entrance Test Cell, Mumbai
• BCECE – Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board

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