Broadly speaking, engineers design and build machines, structures, and systems. Its four main branches are chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering. Other significant branches include aerospace engineering, marine engineering, and computer engineering, so students with a career in engineering in mind have a lot to consider when choosing their career path. This book provides detailed and need-to-know information on various careers in this far-reaching field, including Civil Engineers; Electrical Engineers; Biomedical Engineers; Chemical Engineers; Industrial Engineers; Mechanical Engineers; Mining & Geological Engineers; Nuclear Engineers; and Aerospace Engineers. Each chapter provides a wealth of real-world information including A Day in the Life, Work Environment, Education & Training, Earnings & Advancement, Employment Outlook, Networking Contacts, Areas with the Highest Employment Levels, and Conversations with Real Professionals.