On 4th March, the world celebrates World Engineering Day, a day dedicated to acknowledging the vital role that engineers play in driving progress and…
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From architecture to software engineering – Poonam Ale
Student Circuit recently had the pleasure of talking with Poonam Ale, one of the finalists for this year’s everywoman Apprentice Award, where we got…
Tactile switches 101
CUI Devices’ Jeff Smoot explores tactile switches, answering what they are, the different types and features they have, and more. An electrical switch, in…
What is Prosthetic engineering?
Prosthetic engineering is a specialised field that sits at the intersection of biomedical engineering, materials science, and human anatomy. This discipline focuses on the…
National Engineers Week: book recommendations for engineering students
For engineering students looking to broaden their knowledge and enhance their skills, a mix of textbooks and inspirational reads can be immensely beneficial. Here…
Cyber attack disrupts major UK universities
The University of Cambridge, along with several other UK higher education institutions, has fallen victim to a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack. This cyber assault…
What can be done for 13 year olds get future STEM jobs
In the rapidly evolving fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), cultivating interest and skill from an early age is crucial. For 13-year-olds,…
What does a nuclear engineering degree cover?
In the quest to harness the atom's power, ever increasing due to the quest for sustainable and innovative energy solutions, nuclear engineering emerges as…
Valentine’s Day: technical talk or love language?
Valentine's Day; the air fills with the scent of roses, the shimmer of chocolates, and, for engineers, the irresistible urge to analyse and optimise.…
The different types of engineering jobs
Engineering is a vast and dynamic field that branches out into numerous industries, offering a plethora of career opportunities for aspiring engineers. From designing…