Indore: About 80 students from classes IX to XII from various schools in remote areas and Dhar district visited the most leading engineering college Shri Govindram Seksaria Institute of Technology and Science to learn about possible careers in technology. The two-day visit concluded on Thursday, as the students returned home with knowledge and memories.
“The idea of engineering is limited to computer sciences for many students, but some students might do much better and excel in other fields like electronics & instrumentation engineering, bio-medical engineering and mechanical engineering,” professor HK Verma said. He explained to the students about various streams that can help them in building a career as well as nurture their interests.
Prof RS Mandoli explained different types of engineering fields and studies like civil, computer, electronics & instrumentation, electrical, electronics & tele-communication, industrial & production and information technology.
Steps shared by professors to choose a career
Assess yourself
Make a list of occupations to explore
Explore the occupations on your list
Create a list of possible career options
Conduct informational interviews
Make your career choice
Identify your goals
Write a career action plan
What They Say…
“Most of our students were unaware about different fields of engineering. For younger students, it helped them in making an informed choice even for subject selection. Senior students can now find out their interest and chose the right field.”
Alpana Joshi Teacher
“The nano-satellite was really fascinating and I hope to become an engineer, who can develop satellites as well. The trip was fruitful.”
Narayan Bhabhar Student
“I am studying in class XII and I had always dreamt of becoming an engineer. However, I did not feel comfortable in civil engineering. I learned about biomedical engineering and it might be just what I was looking for.”
Preeti Goyal Student
“I think it is very important to choose a field we can enjoy while doing good in it. I have learned about fields in chemistry and technology. I think I can research and make an informed choice now.”
Raj Podar Student
“Looking at all the different satellites, instruments and labs, I could see the kind of skill and work is needed. I felt more inclined towards computer sciences. I would study further and make an informed decisions for a happy future.”
Tina Bhura Student
