Engineering Journey EGR101

Introduction & Personal Journey

Exploration of Majors

Engineering Journey

Attributes & Success Strategies

Vision of Success

"Welcome to my Journey. From Costa Rica to the United States, this is my story of pursuing the career of my dreams in Computer Science."

Roadmap to Success

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By David Salas

Why I Picked Engineering

Inspiration & Aspiration

Introduction & Personal Journey

Exploration of Majors

Attributes & Success Strategies

Vision of Success

Roadmap to Success

I've always been into figuring out how things work, especially computers. My dad's job in electrical engineering showed me it's cool to solve big problems. I'm here to learn how to make new stuff that can help people.

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Hooked on Engineering

Introduction & Personal Journey

It Started with Curiosity

Exploration of Majors

I've always been hooked on how computers work. The cool stuff you can do with programming and how the hardware makes it all happen grabbed my attention. I got into it more thanks to my dad, who's an engineer too, and I've been learning and exploring ever since.

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Growing in Engineering

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Introduction & Personal Journey

My view on engineering is pretty much the same – it's awesome. But now, I see how teamwork is key. In class and on projects, I've learned that great things happen when we work together.

Exploration of Majors

Attributes & Success Strategies

Early Projects

Group Efforts

Started with solo projects, learning the basics on my own.

Joined team projects, where I saw how we could solve tougher problems by combining our skills.

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Class Insights

Next Steps

Classes showed me different ways engineers can work together to turn cool ideas into real stuff.

Excited to join bigger projects where I can contribute and learn from others.

Choosing My Major

Introduction & Personal Journey

Exploration of Majors

Making the Choice

Exploring Options

Attributes & Success Strategies

"Computer Science stood out for its constant innovation. Decided it's the perfect fit for my love of tech and problem-solving.

Explored different fields from mining to biomedical. Discovered a passion for the versatility of Computer Science.

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Committing to Growth

Broadening Horizons

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Chose Computer Science for its endless learning opportunities. It aligns with my goal to keep improving and stay ahead in tech.

Delved into what each engineering discipline offers. Found my curiosity sparked most by software and system design.

Building My Engineering Toolkit

Communication, Versatility, Teamwork

Good engineers need to communicate well, tackle various tasks, and thrive in teamwork. From robotics club to group projects, I've been honing these skills.

Introduction & Personal Journey

Exploration of Majors

Attributes & Success Strategies

Vision of Success

Gearing up for an internship is my next big goal. I keep my grades up with the Pomodoro technique and expand my network at events and fairs, all setting the stage for a great career start.

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Charting My Progress

Skills & Strategy Growth

This graph isn't just numbers; it's my journey. The rising lines? They show how my communication skills, adaptability, and teamwork have improved over time. From my first robot built in the club to leading a team project, every step up was a new lesson learned.

Introduction & Personal Journey

Exploration of Majors

Attributes & Success Strategies

Vision of Success

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Introduction & Personal Journey

Mapping Out Success

The First Steps: Networking, internships, and learning real-world skills.

Career Growth: Climbing the ladder with my eye on leadership roles.

Financial Goals: Smart saving strategies to enjoy financial freedom early.

Continuous Learning: Never stop picking up new skills and tech knowledge.

My Goals as a Rising Engineer

Exploration of Majors

Short-Term Vision: Graduating isn't the finish line; it's just the start. I'm set on landing a job where I can use my skills to make cool stuff happen.Long-Term Vision: "Fast forward 5 to 10 years, and you'll see me leading projects, maybe even at my own tech company. Saving up, investing smart – that's my game plan to retire early and keep on innovating."

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Action

Introduction & Personal Journey

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Progress

Milestones

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Innovation

Introduction & Personal Journey

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It's wild to think about how far I've come. Just a few years back, studying engineering in the U.S. was a dream out in the stars. Now, I'm here, learning and building towards the future I imagined. This isn't just about getting good grades or landing a job; it's about creating a life where I can keep solving puzzles, keep growing, and maybe inspire someone else out there to chase their 'impossible' too. Remember, dreams take work, but that's what makes them so worth it. Let's build our futures one day at a time.

Exploration of Majors

Attributes & Success Strategies

Vision of Success

Roadmap to Success

Conclusion