Good day, I'm a 300level student of Electrical/Electronic Engr in one of the Federal universities and am having problem choosing between Power Systems Engineering, Electronic and Computer Engineering and Communication Engineering options.
I'm actually a tech lover and hence, wanted to study Electronic Engr or Communication Engr but then, I'm that kind of guy who loves calculations and analysis and hence, wants to go for Power Systems Engr.
I really need advice based on the marketability and versatility of the courses in present day Nigeria.
please, the likes of @Ajanlekoko, @Firemanjr, @oyb, etc, advice is really needed

picasso4u:
Good day, I'm a 300level student of Electrical/Electronic Engr in one of the Federal universities and am having problem choosing between Power Systems Engineering, Electronic and Computer Engineering and Communication Engineering options.
I'm actually a tech lover and hence, wanted to study Electronic Engr or Communication Engr but then, I'm that kind of guy who loves calculations and analysis and hence, wants to go for Power Systems Engr.
I really need advice based on the marketability and versatility of the courses in present day Nigeria.
please, the likes of @Ajanlekoko, @Firemanjr, @oyb, etc, advice is really needed

Here is my 2cent. I work in Power System(Consulting),and i can assure you that you won't really do much calculation when you start working,even if you would,just basic math. And those analysis you love so bad,i am sorry to tell you,you wont really be needing them. They are just to give you a background of what is going on.

darkhorizon:
Here is my 2cent. I work in Power System(Consulting),and i can assure you that you won't really do much calculation when you start working,even if you would,just basic math. And those analysis you love so bad,i am sorry to tell you,you wont really be needing them. They are just to give you a background of what is going on.

https://www.nairaland.com/3118030/should-restart#45814559

from 200level to working graduate in two months. issokay.

picasso4u:
Good day, I'm a 300level student of Electrical/Electronic Engr in one of the Federal universities and am having problem choosing between Power Systems Engineering, Electronic and Computer Engineering and Communication Engineering options.
I'm actually a tech lover and hence, wanted to study Electronic Engr or Communication Engr but then, I'm that kind of guy who loves calculations and analysis and hence, wants to go for Power Systems Engr.
I really need advice based on the marketability and versatility of the courses in present day Nigeria.
please, the likes of @Ajanlekoko, @Firemanjr, @oyb, etc, advice is really needed

i honestly can't speak for the 'marketability' of any of the courses. that would depend on what is happening as you are graduating. 2000 to 2005 was a fantastic period for people in telecomms [the gsm boom] not so much today. we have been expecting the power industry to take off for the past 5 years, but this has still not happened.

if power systems is what you're into, by all means, go for it. no one is really interested in what you majored in, what they look at is your class of degree

Electronics and computer engineering is cool,there is little to no calculation in this field. Here again,you apply just the background you have on electronics analysis,and you surely must know how to program,even if it just C and assembly language. It goes a long way. Those who work in the semiconductor industry(fabrication) are those who utilize calculation the most,and basic to intermidiate knowledge of quantum mechanics,and solid state physics. Unfortunately,this field is not yet well established in Nigeria. Communication on the other hand utilizes a fair good amount of calculations in field: here you have to be good with the Laplace transform. This field is filled up,and most people go in for the money,i hope you dont go in for that reason ALONE. At the end of the day it boils down to passion,the one you would enjoy doing. P.S: dont be suprised when you start working,and realise that 60% of what you have been taught in school is useless. Good day,Cheers

oyb:


https://www.nairaland.com/3118030/should-restart#45814559

from 200level to working graduate in two months. issokay.




i honestly can't speak for the 'marketability' of any of the courses. that would depend on what is happening as you are graduating. 2000 to 2005 was a fantastic period for people in telecomms [the gsm boom] not so much today. we have been expecting the power industry to take off for the past 5 years, but this has still not happened.

if power systems is what you're into, by all means, go for it. no one is really interested in what you majored in, what they look at is your class of degree

lol,Good morning my Oga,i never stated that i was a graduate. I only stated my experience from working with a company Consulting in Power,i have been working with since last years august. Me na until 2018 till i grad. And by the way,i am now in 300 level,you guys advice helped me move on. Cheers.

@oyb, @darkhorizon, thanks for the comment sir far...

how versatile are the various fields, for example, as a Power Systems Engr, where else can I work apart from the Gencos, TCN and the Discos, as an Electronic Engineer, where in Nigeria can I even work as related to the course, etc

oyb:


https://www.nairaland.com/3118030/should-restart#45814559

from 200level to working graduate in two months. issokay.

So these children still do these things on Nairaland

AjanleKoko:


So these children still do these things on Nairaland

Bro please say something to me, @Op please can I borrow your thread ?

I will be 30 yrs next year, with a B.Tech Elect/Elect and M.eng Electrical Machines and power systems bith from Nig.

I have been with a bank as an operator for the past 3 years and I really wanna switch careers.

Do you think am too old ?

Which area should I focus on I intend to cross back to Engineering ?

I was initially thinking of sourcing for scholarship against PhD Elect abroad but I am still kinda confused.

Please note that although I work as a banker I am still very good with Electrical Engineering cos I study everyday when I get home and still upgrade myself.

What advise will you give me if I were your bro. ?