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What are the most in-demand skills an engineer will need to learn for the future? The future of technology has arrived and cemented its place in the professional workforce, prominently for engineers. No longer the next-big-thing, automation is now the reality; dominating most industries and transforming the ways we live,...Read More

Some people get jittery without it, others can’t stand the taste, and then there’s those who not only appreciate its unique bitter flavor but will go to great lengths to experience the best of the best. October 1 marks International Coffee Day and it’s time to get behind the bean...Read More

Buckle up, because this is going to be a bumpy read, or is that ride? The concept behind backyard roller coasters (BYRC) seem innocent enough. Men, women, and budding engineers build roller coasters for themselves in their backyard when they don’t have constant access to theme parks.  But the lore...Read More

World Animal Day is a global event celebrated each year on the 4th of October and it works to address localized issues surrounding animal welfare. According to www.worldanimalday.org.uk, World Animal Day is a social movement that aims to raise the status of animals through the actions of individuals, businesses, and policies of...Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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