How did I pick my engineering major?

The video transcript details the speaker's journey from high school to college and into their career. It highlights their early interest in STEM subjects, the process of choosing a college major, and the challenges faced during college. The speaker shares experiences with internships and projects, emphasizing the importance of hands-on learning. They reflect on their career choices and future aspirations, offering insights and motivation for students considering STEM fields.

What subjects did the narrator excel in during high school?

• Math and Science

• History and English

• Physical Education and Health

• Art and Music

What suggestion did the narrator's mother give for a potential career path?

• Business

• Engineering

• Law

• Medicine

Why did the narrator choose electrical engineering over aerospace engineering?

• Electrical engineering was easier

• Aerospace engineering required more math

• Electrical engineering had more subfields of interest

• Aerospace engineering was too broad

What was a significant factor in the narrator's decision to pursue electrical engineering?

• Interest in civil engineering

• Influence from a family member

• Desire to avoid mechanical engineering

• Enjoyment of electricity and magnetism topics

What was the narrator's first internship experience?

• Designing a new software application

• Developing a new car engine

• Working with a wireless handheld printing device

• Building a bridge

What realization did the narrator have during their third year of college?

• They wanted to drop out

• They preferred theoretical work

• They needed more hands-on experience

• They wanted to switch majors

What project did the narrator work on during their final year of college?

• A new smartphone app

• A new type of battery

• A solar panel installation

• A UAV sense and avoid system

What concentration did the narrator find most suitable during their final year?

• Wireless communications

• Civil infrastructure

• Mechanical systems

• Power engineering

What did the narrator realize about their resume during college?

• It was very impressive

• It lacked hands-on experience

• It was too focused on extracurriculars

• It was not needed for job applications

What future academic path is the narrator considering?

• Focusing on business management

• Studying literature

• Pursuing applied math

• Returning to engineering