Career Advice

[LutEm78]

Hello,
I currently have an A.S. in Radiological Technology and have been working in the field for 5+ years. I started school a year ago into the field of Electronical Engineering Technology and will complete an A.S. in it by the end of the year. I wanted to find out any advice on transitioning into the biomedical field or elctrical engineering from my current status? I have been looking at a few jobs, most require a B.S. I plan to go that route but is there a way to transition and start in the field sooner? Any help greatly appreciated. Thank you

 

[ctopher]

I think your best bet would be to take your transcripts to a counselor at a university. They can look at what you have and compare to what you need.

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[Bribyk]

Why would you want to start sooner? You'd only be delaying getting where you want to end up.

Now's not a bad time to get your degree, with the economy and all. Get your B.S. and the economy will/should be back in an upswing by the time you're done. Here, you will typically get one year credit in a degree program for a two year diploma.

 

[IRstuff]

While some companies are willing to give certain individuals an engineering position based on experience, others will not, so, if you do not carry through, you will be stuck at whatever company gave you that position.

One interviewee resorted to carrying a giant folder of certificates and awards in an attempt to demonstrate his competence, which would not have even been a subject for discussion if he had is BS.

TTFN

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[Twoballcane]

Hi LutEm78

I just want to make sure you understand that there is a difference between a B.S. in Engineering Technology and Engineering. B.S. Engr Tech will prepare you for a technician’s job that does a lot of hands on work. B.S. Engineering will prepare you for design and analysis.

As for your question, if you are going for an Engr Tech job, I think you can start applying now. If you are mechanically inclined and understand the equipment being used and demonstrated this at the job interview, I think you might have a chance. The A.S. and BE in Engr Tech will give you even more probability to get the job. Also, with the B.E. in Engr Tech, in the future, you may follow the managerial track.

Here we have some techs that came and worked right out of high school and now are Sr Engr Tech.

Good luck!


Tobalcane
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