There are various fields in which engineers can work and their duties vary within each specialty.
Engineering is a profession that applies scientific knowledge for the benefit of society.
They plan, design and oversee manufacturing and research projects, design and test equipment and machinery, develop equipment and systems and inspect and evaluate materials and products. They also develop and use computer-aided design programs to simulate and test products and systems. Specific transfer course requirements vary depending on the institution and the field of study. Contact an Engineering advisor to help you plan a course of study. This fact sheet requires that you have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader installed.