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Mechanical Engineers should focus on:
Computer and Applied Mathematics
Breadth and emphasis on fundamentals
Research skills
Analytical skills

Nuclear, Plasma, and Radiological Engineering
should focus on:
Planning, designing, and developing nu-
clear equipment
Communication skills
Research skills
Critical thinking
Decision making skills
Managerial skills
Interest in environment
Concern for health and safety of others

Agricultural Engineering focus on:
Machine design and development
Interest in biological sciences
Communication skills
Research skills
Critical thinking
Detail-oriented

Chemical Engineering focus on:
Management of operations and equipment
maintenance
Trouble-shoot operations
Research and development
Problem-solving ability
Computer skills

Bioengineering focus on:
Interdisciplinary background
Research, design and fabricate instru-
ments
Ability to work in teams
Analytical skills
Problem-solving skills
Communication skills

Aerospace Engineering focus on:
Technical and computer expertise
Written and oral communication skills
Research skills
Problem- solving skills
Material Science Engineering focus on:
Physics and Chemistry
Computer expertise
Interdisciplinary background
Research skills
Problem-solving ability

Industrial Engineering focus on:
Design, plan, and control production and
service systems
Logistics and supply chain management
Technological background
Interpersonal skills
Research skills
Problem-solving ability
Computer skills

General Engineering focus on:
Technical expertise
Understanding of commercial feasibility
Critical problem solving skills
Strong communication skills
Ability to work in teams

Electrical & Computer Engineering focus on:
Design, development, and implementation
of products and services
Technical and computer expertise
Problem-solving skills
Written and oral communication skills
Research skills

Civil Engineering focus on:
Visualize, design, and plan projects
Technical and computer expertise
Communication skills
Research skills
Problem-solving ability
Leadership and management of self and
others
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