The design of heaters, air conditioners, refrigerators, and power plants all rely on the science of thermodynamics. Materials Science - The study of the behavior of materials. It bridges the gap between chemistry and mechanics. The field of engineering is so diverse, there is almost no limit to the career opportunities available to engineers. Engineering has historically been considered a dignified and profession.
Engineers can go into public or private industry, or academia.
Engineers can work on project teams, as independent consultants, as sales personnel, work in the insurance industry, or work for local, state, or federal governments. The engineering profession has few limits on career path. Engineers can become lawyers and specialize in patent law or the law of intellectual property. Engineers can go into law enforcement and work as forensic specialists. Engineers can go on to gain knowledge of economics and finance and evaluate the cost and profitability of new projects or systems.