What is engineering?

PowerPoint for high school students on what is engineering.

1. Why choose engineering?

2. “The whole of our infrastructure, from sewers to power supplies and communication, everything that wasn’t invented by God is invented by an engineer.” - Prince Philip speaking on BBC Radio 4, January 2016

3. We need you Engineers and technicians are among the most in-demand jobs in the world We need to double the number of graduates and apprentices entering the engineering industry 1.82 million people with engineering skills required by UK engineering companies between 2012 and 2022

4. Design, develop, produce Engineering’s about… Finding out what people need, developing an idea and seeing how it can be made at a good price Developing the ‘product’ on time and running tests to make sure it’s safe and reliable Producing something that makes our lives better… whether that’s a new games console, high-tech sports equipment or quicker, greener and safer travel

5. You’ve got digital skills Increasingly engineering relies upon digital skills We need people with these skills to capitalise on the advancements of technology W ithout engineers who know how to utilise technology, we wouldn’t be able to develop driverless cars and in broader terms, the future of transportation That’s why we need you, a generation more technology driven – to lead the way and become digital disruptors. For the advancement of technology, engineering and the world

6. Different engineering roles

7. What’s in it for you? 86% of graduate engineers are satisfied or highly satisfied with their job, citing good work/life balance, interesting, challenging and something for everyone Plus the money isn’t bad either… Engineering graduates can expect to earn the second-highest starting salary of all graduates at £27,079 Chartered engineers earn an average of £62,386 annually For those who study for apprenticeships and other vocational routes, then work as engineering technicians, the average ‘mid career’ annual salary is £26,440 – with those moving up to a more senior level earning up to £33,000 annually The average ‘mid career’ annual salary in the UK is approximately £ 26,000

8. Paths to engineering Apprenticeships Earn while you learn e.g. N/SVQ3 6th Form/College A levels (or equivalent) BTEC Level 2&3 HNC & HND Foundation Degree Work University Bachelors ( BEng ) Masters ( MEng ) School Science Maths D&T ICT

9. Professional qualifications Once in work, consider becoming professionally registered and earn the right to use letters after your name Registration requires a combination of qualifications and work experience Some degree courses are accredited and will give you a head start Learn more from the Engineering Council – www.engc.org.uk

10. Why I recommend engineering Being part of a creative process Designing solutions to meet customers’ needs Testing and improving technology Range of roles and responsibilities Working in a multidisciplinary team Doing something different every day Good salaries are achievable

11. Where to find out more Tomorrow’s Engineers – lots of information about engineering careers Future Morph – tons of information about careers in science, technology, engineering & maths Maths Careers – more information about careers using maths Physics.org – your guide to physics on the web National Careers Service (England only) – general careers advice for 11-19 year olds TES – Growing Ambitions – new source of online careers resources for teachers

12. How to get involved Things you can do: Join a STEM/or Engineering Club Take up an engineering challenge Ask your school to organise a visit from an engineer via STEM Ambassadors Visit an exhibition or museum such as Big Bang

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