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Electrical engineers are involved in the generation, production, transmission, distribution and application of electrical energy: the electricity that lights our homes, helps us cook our food, and powers our machinery. They also make very important contributions to telecommunications, television and computer technology.
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Examples
Electrical engineers design, develop and supervise the manufacture, installation, operation and maintenance of equipment, machines and systems involved in electricity generation and supply.
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Plan and design power stations; |
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Develop electrical distribution grids for towns and cities; |
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Create new technologies such as hand-cranked radios for use in areas where there may not be any electricity. |
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Engineering in your Community
Electricity is considered part of the basic infrastructure for a community. It helps to power water filtration, run businesses and bring heat to homes and schools. As an electrical engineer you could make sure the people in your community have access to the power they need to go about their daily lives.
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Aptitude
If you like... |
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Problem solving |
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Being creative |
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Working with tools |
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Helping the environment |
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Universities
If you want to study Electrical Engineering you can go to the following universities: |
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Role Models
We're always looking for more role models. Do you know an Aboriginal Electrical Engineer or scientist who should be featured here? Please let us know by email. |
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