Electrical engineering is the largest field of engineering, and one of the more common degrees. The course load for this degree includes math and science courses, as well as introduction and advanced courses in aspects of electricity, electrical circuits, power grids and computer programming.
Civil engineers focus on designing bridges, dams, roads, housing developments and traffic light placement. They are experts in local, state and national regulations regarding drainage, environmental issues and safety. They also address structural integrity issues that occur during natural disasters like hurricanes and earthquakes. Students in this degree program study math, science, geology, surveying, architectural design and computer aided design (CAD) programs.
Aerospace engineers design and improve rockets, shuttles and other aircraft to safely and efficiently travel through space. NASA is among employers of aerospace engineers. These engineers also research how objects travel through water. Students of this degree study math, science and physics.
Chemical engineers work to make manufacturing products safer, and they also study environmental impacts of products. They work on issues such as fuel safety and scarcity, environmental spills, alternative energy. Math, chemistry and physics are among courses students take in a chemical engineering degree program.
Biomedical engineers work with, and help to develop and improve, the machines and products used in the medical field. They have created machines like x-rays and MRIs and products such as artificial hearts and limbs. Biomedical engineering degree course work includes math, science, anatomy, biology and physics.
Mechanical engineers work a diverse array of jobs, including aeronautics, automotive, HVAC, nuclear engineering and nanotechnology. Courses in this degree include math, technical drawing and physics, as well as mechanical classes like hydraulics, kinematics and fluid dynamics.