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The expertise of
mechanical engineering is everywhere to be seen- right from
appliances of normal usage at home, to rocket launchers and
robots. This is exactly why it is termed as the mother of all
engineerings. Basically, mechanical engineering is associated
with machines and the production of energy. Activities in this
field include,
Moreover, the marketing and sale of various
machines and their parts, is also included.
With an increase, in the number of
inventions, development of industries and the use of natural
resources; the importance and advantages of mechanical
engineers have also increased. Mechanical engineers have scope
in all those areas which involve, energy conversion, power
generation, manufacturing transportation, machine designing,
automated engineering systems, or the control of the
components of these systems.
Even though a mechanic working in a work
shop possesses sufficient practical knowledge regarding
machines, however, his knowledge is not comparable to that of
someone who has acquired formal education in this field. At
present, education in mechanical engineering can be acquired
from 6 renowned universities all over Pakistan. Besides,
diploma in mechanical engineering can also be acquired from
various technical schools recognized by the Technical Board.
Up till now, Pakistan Engineering
Council (PEC) has registered around 17,776
mechanical engineers, out of which 162 are females. We are a
developing nation, where even though the growth of industries
is relatively slow, however, mechanical engineers can find
employment in various industries like, automobile industry,
shipping industry, textile industry, foundries etc. Even
abroad specifically in Middle Eastern countries, mechanical
engineers of our country are in high demand. A fresh graduate
of mechanical engineering can get a job of 17 grade in the
public sector. In private institutions, the starting salary
ranges between 6,000 and 8,000, which increase with an
increase in experience. Besides, other benefits and perks are
also available.
People having a technical mind since their
childhood, will not only find this profession exciting, but it
will also be helpful and beneficial for their career. |
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