Electrical & Electronic Engineering

[sd_sahan]

Currently I'm following Electrical & Electronic Engineering here on 'Pera'. Apart from this degree, what other courses would be good for me to enroll so that they will help me with my career??

 

[Slesh]

I'll let you know something brnce you complete the BSc go abroad and complete a reputed 4 year BEng degree by getting credits of your BSc.So you'll only have to do 1 or 2 years of the BEng. it will benefit for you a looooot. thats what I can say.

 

[worldsbest]

as an elec guy, management qualifications could be an added advantage. something like cima or management dep.

 

[sd_sahan]

I'll let you know something brnce you complete the BSc go abroad and complete a reputed 4 year BEng degree by getting credits of your BSc.So you'll only have to do 1 or 2 years of the BEng. it will benefit for you a looooot. thats what I can say.

aha..BEng is much more into engineering stuff rather than Bsc right? So that would mean I'm getting more qualified nah.. hey, thanks for that information, really appreciate that

 

[sd_sahan]

as an elec guy, management qualifications could be an added advantage. something like cima or management dep.

yeah, i've done cima upto managerial level so far. Rather than management side, do you know anything that would go hand to hand with engineering? Still, thanks for your information too

 

[Slesh]

aha..BEng is much more into engineering stuff rather than Bsc right? So that would mean I'm getting more qualified nah.. hey, thanks for that information, really appreciate that

no worries. If you can do it,it would be great for you somehow try for it after you complete the BSc.

 

[Tom Riddle]

Currently I'm following Electrical & Electronic Engineering here on 'Pera'. Apart from this degree, what other courses would be good for me to enroll so that they will help me with my career??

1. Improve your English (this applies to everyone, I'm not just targeting you)


2. If you intend to continue along the electronic field make circuits / robots for fun and start a blog. Participate in robot competitions.


3. Most of the jobs (and the $$) are in the computer field. If you like programming try taking more electives from your computer science department. Again, maintain a blog if possible. Qualifications like OCJP don't mean too much, but they are nice to have. (PS - Cisco certifications are quite valuable, especially if you can complete up to CCNP. But of course this is valid only if you wish to pursue a career in computer networking)


4. If you want to go into management do CIMA. However it's not cheap and it's not as easy as you'd think to get through all 5 levels.


5. Don't worry about BEng vs BSc. What you are awarded is a BSc. Eng. degree. There is almost no difference between the two (the most recognized degree in Sri Lanka is the one you will be getting). Slesh here has a bit of fetish for the BEng as I believe that is what he is studying for.

If you want to get a foreign qualification after graduation do an MSc (you will have to pay) or PhD (you can get scholarships which cover your tuition + living expenses. But you will have to have great GPAs and if possible research publications + good referrals from lecturers).


6. Stay away from JVP shit. Take what your seniors say with a grain of salt. The majority do not have your best interests at heart. Since they haven't worked in the industry they also might not know as much as you think they do.

Whether you want to get ragged or not is your choice. But don't rag your juniors. It's a disgusting thing to do and if I ever come across you in an interview I'll kick you out the door.


All the best for your future.

 

[Slesh]

1. Improve your English (this applies to everyone, I'm not just targeting you)


2. If you intend to continue along the electronic field make circuits / robots for fun and start a blog. Participate in robot competitions.


3. Most of the jobs (and the $$) are in the computer field. If you like programming try taking more electives from your computer science department. Again, maintain a blog if possible. Qualifications like OCJP don't mean too much, but they are nice to have. (PS - Cisco certifications are quite valuable, especially if you can complete up to CCNP. But of course this is valid only if you wish to pursue a career in computer networking)


4. If you want to go into management do CIMA. However it's not cheap and it's not as easy as you'd think to get through all 5 levels.


5. Don't worry about BEng vs BSc. What you are awarded is a BSc. Eng. degree. There is almost no difference between the two (the most recognized degree in Sri Lanka is the one you will be getting). Slesh here has a bit of fetish for the BEng as I believe that is what he is studying for.

If you want to get a foreign qualification after graduation do an MSc (you will have to pay) or PhD (you can get scholarships which cover your tuition + living expenses. But you will have to have great GPAs and if possible research publications + good referrals from lecturers).


6. Stay away from JVP shit. Take what your seniors say with a grain of salt. The majority do not have your best interests at heart. Since they haven't worked in the industry they also might not know as much as you think they do.

Whether you want to get ragged or not is your choice. But don't rag your juniors. It's a disgusting thing to do and if I ever come across you in an interview I'll kick you out the door.


All the best for your future.

Nope machn its not as you think.I can simply stay away saying anything.but its a fact.I know what people in Australia and UK say.yeah what you are telling is correct it is the most recognized degree in Sri Lanka. but outside Sri Lanka?its not you come and work in a multinational company out side Sri Lanka and you'll feel the difference.and ask from 5 employers in UK/Aus at least 3 out of 5 employers will say that they prefer BEng graduates,its a fact bro.but if you want to go in academia then BSc is the best. coz BSc is more theoretical where as BEng is more Practical and hands on

 

[worldsbest]

yeah, i've done cima upto managerial level so far. Rather than management side, do you know anything that would go hand to hand with engineering? Still, thanks for your information too

then nothing to worry about. there are some IESL courses but you have to graduate first. achieve a good GPA. if you willing to do power subjects, you could join CEB but i have seen some people who have hight GPA got rejected.

if you willing to do telecom, the job market is quite dry but you can find one if you have good qualifications. do some academic related stuff like publishing research papers, doing a good final year project. this things will become very valuable.

 

[htsm]

1. Improve your English (this applies to everyone, I'm not just targeting you)


2. If you intend to continue along the electronic field make circuits / robots for fun and start a blog. Participate in robot competitions.


3. Most of the jobs (and the $$) are in the computer field. If you like programming try taking more electives from your computer science department. Again, maintain a blog if possible. Qualifications like OCJP don't mean too much, but they are nice to have. (PS - Cisco certifications are quite valuable, especially if you can complete up to CCNP. But of course this is valid only if you wish to pursue a career in computer networking)


4. If you want to go into management do CIMA. However it's not cheap and it's not as easy as you'd think to get through all 5 levels.


5. Don't worry about BEng vs BSc. What you are awarded is a BSc. Eng. degree. There is almost no difference between the two (the most recognized degree in Sri Lanka is the one you will be getting). Slesh here has a bit of fetish for the BEng as I believe that is what he is studying for.

If you want to get a foreign qualification after graduation do an MSc (you will have to pay) or PhD (you can get scholarships which cover your tuition + living expenses. But you will have to have great GPAs and if possible research publications + good referrals from lecturers).


6. Stay away from JVP shit. Take what your seniors say with a grain of salt. The majority do not have your best interests at heart. Since they haven't worked in the industry they also might not know as much as you think they do.

Whether you want to get ragged or not is your choice. But don't rag your juniors. It's a disgusting thing to do and if I ever come across you in an interview I'll kick you out the door.


All the best for your future.

Hey,
i have seen so many people maintain blogs and u too have mentioned it here twice. Could u please tell me the importance of it?

 

[sd_sahan]

1. Improve your English (this applies to everyone, I'm not just targeting you)


2. If you intend to continue along the electronic field make circuits / robots for fun and start a blog. Participate in robot competitions.


3. Most of the jobs (and the $$) are in the computer field. If you like programming try taking more electives from your computer science department. Again, maintain a blog if possible. Qualifications like OCJP don't mean too much, but they are nice to have. (PS - Cisco certifications are quite valuable, especially if you can complete up to CCNP. But of course this is valid only if you wish to pursue a career in computer networking)


4. If you want to go into management do CIMA. However it's not cheap and it's not as easy as you'd think to get through all 5 levels.


5. Don't worry about BEng vs BSc. What you are awarded is a BSc. Eng. degree. There is almost no difference between the two (the most recognized degree in Sri Lanka is the one you will be getting). Slesh here has a bit of fetish for the BEng as I believe that is what he is studying for.

If you want to get a foreign qualification after graduation do an MSc (you will have to pay) or PhD (you can get scholarships which cover your tuition + living expenses. But you will have to have great GPAs and if possible research publications + good referrals from lecturers).


6. Stay away from JVP shit. Take what your seniors say with a grain of salt. The majority do not have your best interests at heart. Since they haven't worked in the industry they also might not know as much as you think they do.

Whether you want to get ragged or not is your choice. But don't rag your juniors. It's a disgusting thing to do and if I ever come across you in an interview I'll kick you out the door.


All the best for your future.

1.) English is okay for me, thats not a problem
2.) yeah, i'm much interested in that field, bt still no hands on experience..Gotta start that thanks for the idea
3.)Ah, that was what I was expecting.Cisco those networking courses, as you know, should I start from the basic course and move up or can I do a more advanced course from the scratch? I mean, networks and stuff will be done in the faculty so I guess I won't need to take the basic course from there right?
4. 5.) Regarding that, will me doing a PhD assist me in the career?I mean, mostly PhD's are needed for lectureres right? I don't wanna be one that's why. If I do a PhD, will that help me in the field? Of Course I will gain knowledge, but other than that?
6.) Well,fortunately I agree with you on this one What you just told is what I think about ragging So hopefully I will meet you in an interview then

Thank you very much for the information.Helped me a lot

 

[sd_sahan]

Nope machn its not as you think.I can simply stay away saying anything.but its a fact.I know what people in Australia and UK say.yeah what you are telling is correct it is the most recognized degree in Sri Lanka. but outside Sri Lanka?its not you come and work in a multinational company out side Sri Lanka and you'll feel the difference.and ask from 5 employers in UK/Aus at least 3 out of 5 employers will say that they prefer BEng graduates,its a fact bro.but if you want to go in academia then BSc is the best. coz BSc is more theoretical where as BEng is more Practical and hands on

So you mean, if I am to get foreign qualifications, BEng would me much valuable than a PhD or an MSc? If you compare BEng & PhD, BEng is much more practical is it?

 

[sd_sahan]

@worldsbest yeah, my idea is to get onto CEB..still im on 2nd year so i guess i will have to work hard and maintain that GPA. can you plz elaborate on those IESL courses? Can't we enroll with then while still being in the campus?

 

[Slesh]

So you mean, if I am to get foreign qualifications, BEng would me much valuable than a PhD or an MSc? If you compare BEng & PhD, BEng is much more practical is it?

No no. BEng is Undergraduate where as MSc/PhD is Postgraduate.what I mean is if you intend to work outside Sri Lanka someday,having an undergraduate BEng degree will be useful as most employers in countries like UK/Aus prefer BEng degree.So what I mean is after completing your BSc degree, if you can, complete a BEng degree too.that you don't need to study another 4 years.you can complete it in 1 or 2 years by getting credits from your BSc depending on the university you apply. but either way make sure its a 4 year BEng not 3 years one.after completing the BEng you can go to either MSc or PhD depending on you grades

when compared to Undergraduate BSc, yes BEng is more practical.

when you do that you'll get so many benefits in future.that might sound kind of stupid.but you'll surely be benefited.but anyway all depends on your future plans.if you don't have any idea of going abroad for work then your BSc degree from Pera is the best one to have if your idea is working in CEB then no need to talk about BEng.

 

[Tom Riddle]

Nope machn its not as you think.I can simply stay away saying anything.but its a fact.I know what people in Australia and UK say.yeah what you are telling is correct it is the most recognized degree in Sri Lanka. but outside Sri Lanka?its not you come and work in a multinational company out side Sri Lanka and you'll feel the difference.and ask from 5 employers in UK/Aus at least 3 out of 5 employers will say that they prefer BEng graduates,its a fact bro.but if you want to go in academia then BSc is the best. coz BSc is more theoretical where as BEng is more Practical and hands on

The difference is minute at best. Though employers may prefer the BEng, it is not good advise at all to say that someone should pursue a BEng after they have already obtained a BSc Eng. Two bachelors degrees in almost the same field does not add value at all.

The effort would be far better put towards an MSc.

 

[Tom Riddle]

1.) English is okay for me, thats not a problem
2.) yeah, i'm much interested in that field, bt still no hands on experience..Gotta start that thanks for the idea
3.)Ah, that was what I was expecting.Cisco those networking courses, as you know, should I start from the basic course and move up or can I do a more advanced course from the scratch? I mean, networks and stuff will be done in the faculty so I guess I won't need to take the basic course from there right?
4. 5.) Regarding that, will me doing a PhD assist me in the career?I mean, mostly PhD's are needed for lectureres right? I don't wanna be one that's why. If I do a PhD, will that help me in the field? Of Course I will gain knowledge, but other than that?
6.) Well,fortunately I agree with you on this one What you just told is what I think about ragging So hopefully I will meet you in an interview then

Thank you very much for the information.Helped me a lot

Nope sorry you will have to start from the ground up. Not only because Cisco forces you to , but also because what you will be taught at uni will be the underlying concepts of networks. Cisco exams concentrate on configuring Cisco devices, which means that there is a lot of command line work + rote learning which only applies to their proprietary technologies.

The knowledge you gain from uni networks courses will help you a great deal, but there will still be a lot of new stuff to learn.



Yes you should only do a PhD if you wish to be an academic or a researcher. If not the PhD would be a waste of time. Still, it is the only foreign degree that you can do for free.

 

[Tom Riddle]

Hey,
i have seen so many people maintain blogs and u too have mentioned it here twice. Could u please tell me the importance of it?

It's simple. Recruiters these days Google your name before they hire you.

Your blog is a way that you can show that

1. You have been interested in the area for a long time

2. You read up on your specific area and don't just limit yourself to what is taught in your lectures.

3. You are passionate enough in this area to maintain a blog

4. If your posts are any good they will indicate that you have hands-on knowledge / deep understanding of the subject.

5. It will definitely help you to improve your writing skills and will also serve to showcase this skill to your potential employer.


Your blog is concrete proof of these things, and is worth much more than the claims you make in your interview.

Also, you might be lucky enough to get recognized for some good posts and be approached by a company for an interview (Disclaimer : You'd have to be extraordinarily good though )

Further Disclaimer : Make sure that your blog is at least half decent. Have original content. If you are just going to repeat posts from other sites on your blog, you are better off without one.

 

[BINGU_PUTHA]

here are my advises. I am eng in Canada

(1) improve communication skills (not merely English) and interview preparation skills + positive thinking. This is very serious. With BSC eng, you can find a job for sure. But soft skills may determine if your salary is X or 5*X. In Canada, it may take usually 3 months to properly prepare for interviews (it is a course, believe me)

(2) computer/management course - useful in SL (in out times, many sit for Aus and uk courses. In many countries (including SL), there are many management/IT related jobs rather than engineering related. There are very few places where you can actually enjoy practicing engineering what you have learned in satisfactory way. many eng. university students do Law, BCS, ACS, CIMA......ABC,CDE,EFG....ton of courses. so Bsc is an additional qualification

In Canada+Us, you can find many interesting eng. jobs where engineering applications are heavy. In Australia, I think such jobs are not that frequent.

(3) Do some sport (these qualifications may useful to prove leadership, team activities), but not much value if you go outside.

(4) why Phd? It is useful if you want to do research related jobs, otherwise it is a great sacrifice (money+time+effort). msc is ok. I do not know anything about this stupid Beng

 

[Slesh]

The difference is minute at best. Though employers may prefer the BEng, it is not good advise at all to say that someone should pursue a BEng after they have already obtained a BSc Eng. Two bachelors degrees in almost the same field does not add value at all.

The effort would be far better put towards an MSc.

No its not like having 2 degrees.you aren't going to show the BSc when you go to the Interview.What I mean is get credits from BSc and complete the BEng in 1 or 2 years.Finally keep the BEng as your main degree.I know this sounds kind of stupid,but having a BEng degree would help a lot especially if you work in Europe /Aus etc.

This is only if you go to professional work.If you go to academia then the best thing is to do a MSc/PhD after completing the BSc

Countries like US/Canada doesn't know these things as their system is completly different.even their BSc degree is called BS. but there is no difference on them.I'm talking about countries who have both BSc Eng degrees and BEng degrees.

 

[sd_sahan]

No no. BEng is Undergraduate where as MSc/PhD is Postgraduate.what I mean is if you intend to work outside Sri Lanka someday,having an undergraduate BEng degree will be useful as most employers in countries like UK/Aus prefer BEng degree.So what I mean is after completing your BSc degree, if you can, complete a BEng degree too.that you don't need to study another 4 years.you can complete it in 1 or 2 years by getting credits from your BSc depending on the university you apply. but either way make sure its a 4 year BEng not 3 years one.after completing the BEng you can go to either MSc or PhD depending on you grades

when compared to Undergraduate BSc, yes BEng is more practical.

when you do that you'll get so many benefits in future.that might sound kind of stupid.but you'll surely be benefited.but anyway all depends on your future plans.if you don't have any idea of going abroad for work then your BSc degree from Pera is the best one to have if your idea is working in CEB then no need to talk about BEng.

Ah, I got what you meant BEng is undergraduate & Msc & PhD are postgraduate.. What you are saying hv some truth, BSc is mainly regarding the science whereas BEng is mostly about engineering right? thanks a lot for your insight Slesh Helped me clear some doubts thanks yet again!