Is it necessary for an ordinary student majoring in chemical engineering to continue studying?
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Background: I am a third-year student majoring in chemistry at a university that is not among the top-tier institutions. I met * during my sophomore summer break; we first went to a paint factory, where the smell was extremely strong and the working conditions were poor. Most of the craftsmen I’ve seen work in frontline roles, and their pay is not very good. The students were all disheartened – was this what they had to do after graduation? They then went to a chemical research institute, where the environment in the analysis and testing center was quite good. However, one person is in charge of one analysis laboratory, which has only 1-2 instruments; the technical complexity involved is not high, so the salary is predictable. So, I found myself at a loss – what on earth should I do after graduating from the chemical industry? Are there any attractive (high-tech) fields? If one persists, the best option might be to pursue a master’s degree in chemical engineering at South China University of Technology; however, if the job obtained after graduation is meaningless, one might regret it as well. Of course, I wonder if studying for a master’s degree abroad would be better? Seeing how popular high-tech industries and the IT sector are these days, and since I’m a guy who is interested in internet and mobile communication technologies (I studied C and some data structures in college), should I strive to pursue a career in computer science? Even give up the chemical engineering major decisively? I hope my senior friends can offer some advice and point me in the right direction. I’m overjoyed and at a loss for words.
Every industry has talented people as well as ordinary people. The chemical industry is in a downturn right now; it’s better to switch jobs as soon as you can find a good one.
On the production front, there are operators as well as those who work on projects and engage in research and development – not just those who sit in front of one or two instruments, as you might think. There are also design institutes and engineering companies, all of which are very good for developing one’s skills. Engineers, senior engineers, take it step by step.
Well, as the saying goes, Follow Your Heart – if your interest isn’t in the chemical industry, your future work will become boring for you. Just like me
I’m so envious of you; you’ve realized this at such a young age
If you can change careers, do it as soon as possible; if not, just focus on your studies. Among us who are pursuing a master’s degree in chemical engineering, whether we end up working in design firms, factories, or research institutions engaged in R&D, none of us doesn’t want to change jobs. And many have already left to become civil servants, part-time teachers, and do all sorts of other things.
It’s not recommended to drop out; at least get a bachelor’s degree, as it will be useful if you want to take civil service exams or something in the future. You can’t stay with just a high school diploma for the rest of your life, right? Since I have time to kill, I’ll start learning tutorials on Python and similar things on my own. If I can keep up with learning this for a few months, it means I’m capable of transitioning into the IT field! If you can’t persevere, it either means you’re only interested in IT out of superficial interest, or that you just want to make quick money. . .
Damn! I’ll show my colleagues a screenshot of your comment; they’ll all smile at it, hahahahahaha
In any industry, there are those who perform well and those who perform poorly. The golden age of the petrochemical industry has long passed; yet there are still hundreds of thousands of people working in this sector today. Are there no millionaires among them? The IT industry has also gone through several phases, with some network administrators, small businesses, and corporate IT maintenance staff struggling to get by. It mainly depends on one’s own efforts and insight, background, as well as luck. Dropging out is stupid; don’t overestimate yourself. After dropping out, you might never be able to get into college again. If one has determination, they can learn some knowledge on their own; when preparing for the postgraduate entrance exams, it’s also fine to choose industries where it’s easier to earn a lot of money. I know a few young people; some have a bachelor’s degree and some have a master’s degree. Some of them worked in the chemical industry before switching to work in software development
First, one must ask oneself what extent of ability one has to serve businesses and society; at the age when it’s time to study, one should make studying one’s main focus. As for your role in the industry in the future, it depends on your abilities. One should not only focus on the spectacular sight of launching rockets; there is also a great deal of fuel and new materials involved, all of which are closely related to the chemical industry and are essential components. The power of America’s “high-explosive” bombs lies primarily in their chemical properties. There are many such things; the low-quality items you see can be used to represent all the others, but that is a case of looking at just one part and ignoring the whole. If you learn it well enough, you can change all of this. **I will also place you in important positions where you can utilize your talents and make greater contributions to realizing the dream of a strong country. . . . Keep working hard, young man. I never went to school, and I’m very envious of you all. Everyone can become an expert in their field; having skills is never a disadvantage, and it’s never wrong to learn more. (For reference)