2007-01-23 10:53:58 · 6 answers · asked by nicko 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
Im currently on the road to becoming a mechanical engineer, im taking welding and machine trades as electives at the local tech school. I suggest the same
2007-01-23 12:03:19 · answer #1 · answered by Tony F 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many forms of engineering. It is not important for you to know how to weld before going to college, but it gives you a great experience and helps acquire good skills. For example, I am an electrical engineer major and welding is not a part of my study. I still took it, however, and it has been the best lab class Ive ever done. The engineering most often linked to welding science is Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering. You should research this.
The best place to learn to weld is in a local community college, where classes are cheaper, preferably with a machine shop. Engineering is a diverse field, so you should look into what kind of engineering you would like to pursue, but welding is a great skill to acquire. So go for it. Take it, even though you might not need it.
2007-01-23 19:17:27 · answer #2 · answered by indiantrumpet 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you should...but you don't have to master it. I think more engineers should take vocational classes that apply to their trades. In doing so you familiarize yourself with the processes and limitations of design, fabrication and installation. I have run into a LOT of projects that were 'engineered' on either in CAD or just on paper but when they got to the 'real' world it did not work to the plans of the engineers. If more of the administrative and design personnel of companies actually understood what the processes were there would be a lot less problems in manufacturing and other industries.
On a side note, it really depends on what kind of engineering field you are planning on entering, also. For structural, civil and mechanical go for it,but I don't think you'd need it in electrical or the like....
2007-01-25 22:06:15 · answer #3 · answered by metalmasterscm 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not think welding skill is needed to go into engineering
2007-01-23 19:17:32 · answer #4 · answered by sm bn 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you are an engineer, it's best to know as little about welding as possible..
2007-01-23 20:15:18 · answer #5 · answered by Nick F 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have any family members or neighbors who own an, arc, wire, or oxygen/acetylene welder? I bet they would be glad to let you play around on some scrap pieces on metal.
2007-01-23 19:38:25 · answer #6 · answered by Jess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋