Opinion: Are Foldable Phones Isolating UX?


20 September, 2021
The fanfare of major events like Apple Event’s or Samsung Direct has become synonymous with big tech unveilings of new flagship devices for major manufacturers. EIT Journalist, Adriaan Roets, shares his thoughts on one of the latest topical releases. New products that seem odd upon unveiling often become more sensical later....Read More

How Do I Make My Engineering CV Stand Out?


13 September, 2021
When compiling your professional resume or curriculum vitae (CV), merely printing your credentials on thicker paper won’t make it stand out. When you put some extra thought and attention into the content and your personal marketing, printing it on standard A4 paper will not only do the job, but it...Read More

The Top 5 Reasons to Study an Engineering Degree


10 September, 2021
An engineering degree can open up doors. From good entry-level salaries, the possibility to see the world, and an ever-evolving career, engineering remains a field of possibilities.  Here’s some of the reason you should consider Engineering. 1. Engineering is considered the education of the future Completing an engineering course means...Read More

5 of the Fastest Growing Engineering Fields


2 September, 2021
Historically, traditionally engineering fields have often been divided into four broad disciplines of chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering. However, it is a constantly expanding field. Only fifty years ago, the title of ‘engineer’ most commonly referred to anyone working in one of the major streams. Now...Read More

Reverse Engineering: It’s Not About Going Retro but Finding Solutions


27 August, 2021
Paper. Something that has been around for thousands of years is getting reverse engineering treatment to help save the planet. At the helm of the operation is trained electrical engineer Mahbub Sumon from Narayanganj, Bangladesh.  In 2018, he and three friends founded Shalbrikhkho and started their first project to create...Read More

How 3D Printing Is Changing the World


13 August, 2021
From schools to pedestrian safety, 3D printing is playing a role in education. In rural Malawi, going to school is not simple. Long walks with no reliable transport coupled with the lack of infrastructure create a scenario where dropping out of school is common. Now, 3D printing is changing that....Read More

The Future of Engineering Education


9 August, 2021
While it's easy to think the future of engineering education will be on how to build flying cars and today's curriculum will be obsolete, science-fiction has to wait. The future of engineering education is likely attached to new skills development, including creative studies, incorporating mental health considerations and still using...Read More

From Biggest to Smallest: The Fascinating World of Valves


19 July, 2021
At their most basic, valves are mechanical devices that control the flow within a system or process. This control is achieved by the manipulation of some of type of obstructer. They come in many shapes and sizes but Texas is home to the one of the biggest. The accolade came...Read More

From Industry 4.0 to Engineering 4.0


12 July, 2021
Almost a decade ago, the opening ceremony at the London 2012 Olympic Games showed the world a recreation of Britain’s industrial revolution in spectacular fashion. As cameras panned over the Olympic Stadium and factories sprouted out of thin air, the rapid evolution of the industry was illustrated to 900 million...Read More

Is Virtual Reality the Future of Education?


8 July, 2021
For Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) students and professionals, virtual reality (VR) allows for engaging and realistic first-person immersion. Leading companies and organizations are beginning to use the technology in education and training to connect knowledge with experience. Photo by XR Expo on Unsplash A Learning Analytics Theoretical Framework...Read More