CAREER AS CAD TECHNICIAN

 

Introduction :

A CAD technician uses CAD software to create technical drawings and plans for products and parts used in the engineering, construction, and manufacturing industries. As a CAD technician, you work with architects and design engineers to know the requirements of their initial designs and turn them into accurate and detailed technical drawings in 2D and 3D models.

 A CAD technician’s job is to produce of electronic versions of the technical drawings which are drawn by draughtsman previously with pen and paper on a drawing board.

Initially, you’ll use surface modeling or 3D representation of the product, the designs are then verified by the Clients before engineers build and test a prototype. For example, to make a new car, the car model is first designed by using CAD, verified by clients, and build a test prototype of the car.

Career :

If you have experienced as a CAD Technician, you could register with the Engineering Council to gain EngTech status, which could help your professional development. You can also find work as a CAD Technician in many other industries like construction, aerospace, railways, electronics, broadcasting and telecommunications.

 Your options for career progression include promotion to team or section leader, project manager and site manager based on the postings in the company and your ability. With further training, you could improve your skills and also become a design engineer.

Initially, you’ll use surface modeling or 3D design representation of the product, the design is verified by the clients before engineers build and test a prototype.

Softwares you can use to work with :

• AutoCAD
• CATIA
• Creo
• Fusion 360
• Solidworks
•  ProE

The above listed are top CAD softwares used by CAD Technicians in industry levels. Other softwares can also be used  based on the company resources, project, and requirements.

Work Environment :

As a CAD Technician, one will be based in a design office, working at a CAD design workstation or on a PC. CAD technician’s job is mainly office-based and CAD technicians can spend long hours at a computer or drawing desk requiring periods of concentration.

For construction and engineering design work, you might be asked to work on site for a whole or a part of the project. Not all the work is individual and you could be working with a team of other technicians or architects, contractors, or design engineers of the project.

Depending on the industry and your role, you may be required to visit building sites or manufacturing facilities during the working hours. You could also be based in a construction site office along with other officers for the duration of a project.

You will also use your designs to help the engineers to prepare cost estimates of projects, and produce assembly instructions and maintenance manuals for installation, service and repair technicians.

Qualifications Required :

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Design.
• CAD Certification.
• Previous experience as a CAD Technician.

Skills :

• Advanced knowledge of CAD and AutoCAD software.
• One should be able to read and translate blueprints and technical drawings.
• A basic understanding of building design and mechanical processes.
• Ability to work as part of a team and individually based on the projects.
•  A keen eye for detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
•  Strong communication skills.
•  Basic knowledge of engineering principles and ability to create and read technical drawings.
• Attention to detail to create accurate and detailed drawings and work for accuracy and quality.
•  One should be able to work in a team as you'll be liaising with other CAD technicians and draughtsman on projects.
•   Organisation and time management skills to complete work within deadlines.
•  A flexible approach to decision making, to make changes to drawings at short notice of changes.
•   mathematical skills to complete calculations and estimates.

Responsibilities:

• Take part in Meeting with Engineers, Draftsmen, and Designers to review blueprints and design drawings.
•  Inputting design specifications into the CAD software.
•  Creating/modify surface and solid CAD models according to client specifications.
•  Work with a designing team and individually on CAD projects.
• Reviewing CAD models from the clients and making minor adjustments.
• Conducing final model rendering and delivering the final product to the clients.
• Completing job reports.
•  Prepare drawings of complex integrated security systems.
• Design and implementation of electrical systems, infrastructure, and security systems.
•  Redesign drawings according to markups and specifications.
• Translate and convert hand drawings by draughtsman and sketches into CAD systems.

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CAREER IN WIRELESS COMMUNICATION

 

Now-a-days, most of us are interested in the wireless medium when compared to wired medium like earphones (that is wired earphones to wireless earphones (or) true wireless earphones (tws)) and t.v antennas, cell phones, and any wireless computer networks. In this article, we are going to cover how the career will be in the wireless medium which is nothing but wireless communication in mobile networks mostly.

INTRODUCTION:

In general, Wireless Communication is the electromagnetic transfer of information between two or more points that are not connected by an electrical conductor. The most common wireless technologies use radio waves.

TYPES OF WIRELESS NETWORKS:

Basically, there are three types of wireless networks. They are:

• WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network)
• WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network)
• WPAN (Wireless Personal Area Network)

 In addition to this, another network called WMAN (Metropolitan Area Network)is also considered as a wireless network

Type	Range	Standards
WAN	Worldwide	Cellular(UMTS, LTE, etc)
LAN	Within a building or campus	IEEE 802.11(Wi-Fi)
PAN	Within reach of a person	Bluetooth, ZigBee, NFC
MAN	Within a city	IEEE 802.15(WiMAX)

 

PURPOSE OF WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS:

• Wireless networks are nothing but computer networks that are not joined by cables of any kind.
•  By using these wireless networks we can avoid the costly process of introducing cables into buildings or as a connection between different equipment locations.

ADVANTAGES:

• Cheaper to install and easy to maintain.
• Data transmission is faster at high speed.
• It is mostly secure.
• The wireless network can be accessed from anywhere and anytime.
• It gives rise to new opportunities.

APPLICATIONS:

• Security systems
• Television remote control
• Wi-Fi
• Cell phones
• Wireless power transfer
• Computer interface devices
• Various wireless communication-based projects.

FUTURE SCOPE:

Wireless communications is a wide field with a good number of opportunities than IT. At present we have stepped into the 5G concepts, some countries like the U.K already using these 5G networks, which means ample opportunities abroad in the future in the wireless communication sector.

CAREER DEFINITION FOR A WIRELESS COMMUNICATION ENGINEER:

Wireless communication engineers are electrical engineers that specialize in developing, manufacturing, and testing wireless technologies, such as cell phones, the satellite systems that support them, and wireless computer networks. This field of wireless communication engineering changes rapidly as new technologies develop. Wireless communication engineers must constantly update their skill sets to stay up-to-date.

 

Education	Bachelor's degree required
License	Required - candidates need to pass a state exam; continuing education courses also recommended
Job Skills	Creativity, detail-oriented nature, teamwork, communication skills.
Median Salary (2018)*	$96,640 for electrical engineers
Job Growth (2016-2026)*	9% for electrical engineers

WIRELESS NETWORK ENGINEERS NEED THESE SKILLS:

If you're interested in becoming a wireless network engineer, strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills are required, and you need to be knowledgeable about all aspects of network technology. By owning a background in wireless equipment, standards, protocols, and WLAN design is considered perfect.

Candidates also must be strong communicators in order to engage successfully with network technicians, vendors, and managers. Employees typically look for a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience), plus five or more years in LAN/WAN engineering and design work, including several years of specialization in wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi, WiMax and WAP. Professional certifications like Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) are also valuable.

TYPICAL DUTIES FOR A WIRELESS NETWORK ENGINEER INCLUDE:

• Researching, designing, and implementing wireless networks, including all engineering requirements and resource requirements for network hardware and software
• Making suggestions for wireless network optimization, additions, and upgrades to meet business requirements.
• Conducting and recording radio frequency (RF) coverage and site overviews.
• Documenting network infrastructure and design. 

JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN THE WIRELESS COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING:

There are plenty of job opportunities in these industries. To properly line up our career goals and training, we need to have a better understanding of the job titles and job profiles in wireless communications offers. More importantly, we should know about our strengths and personal attributes and choose the right job accordingly. Let us look at the various job opportunities and designations in wireless communications.

• RESEARCH ENGINEER: The role of a research engineer is to research and develop state of the art broadband wireless technologies. At present these engineers are focused on the design, development, and performance of 4G/5G systems.
• DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER: The role of development engineer in wireless communications involves the development of core network subsystems of 5G systems at the present case scenario.
• SYSTEM ENGINEER: The role of the system engineer in this wireless communications involves doing the simulation of various algorithms.
• LEAD ENGINEER: The role of a lead engineer involves developing and dealing with large software codebases, translating high-level requirements for new features, and solving debug issues in the 5G-NR domain.
• DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING (DSP) ENGINEER: The role of a DSP engineer involves developing digital signal processing applications. He is also responsible for handling all the DSP applications after development.

PAYSCALE:

The average salary of wireless communication engineer India is approximately 3-7L/yr.

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All about Bachelor of Pharmacy

 

Bachelor of Pharmacy is an undergraduate program in the field of Pharmacy. In short, it is referred to as B. Pharm in India. It is a FOUR-YEAR academic degree program with theory and practical sessions. This is under the regulations of Pharmacy Council of India.

ELIGIBILITY:

• For admission into B. Pharm: 10+2 examination (or) equivalent examination pass with Physics and Chemistry along with either Mathematics or Biology

• For lateral entry i.e., Into 2nd year of B. Pharm: A pass in D. Pharm is mandatory.

For admission, candidates need to clear Common Entrance Examinations conducted at Central or State levels.

ABOUT THE COURSE:

The duration of the course is four years with 6-8 semesters.
8 semesters for Four-yearB. Pharm candidates.
6 semesters for Three-year candidates i.e., to those through lateral entry.

COURSE OF STUDY:

THEORY: The course of study includes various subjects such as Human Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Biopharmaceuticals, Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence, Pharmacognosy and Phytopharmaceuticals, Industrial Pharmacy, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacokinetics etc.,

PRACTICAL:

• Practicals: Every student will be involved in practical sessions which includes formulating medications, identifying compounds, quality analysis of compounds, filling of capsules, analyzing pharmacokinetic profiles etc.,

• Project work: This is carried out under the supervision of faculty, to develop data collection, experimenting and reporting skills in the field of the pharmacy which is presented in written form at the end semester.

CAREER PROSPECTS:

Pharmacy is an independent branch of science dealing with all the aspects of medicinal drugs and pharmaceuticals. This undergraduate program provides a lot of opportunities in areas such as Academics, Management, Administration, Research and Development, Quality assurance, Industries, Pharmacy regulators etc.,
Few of the major employment fields for the graduates are:

• Pharmaceutical Scientist
• Quality Control Associate
• Analytical Chemist
• Drug Inspector
• Medical Transcriptionist
• Drug technician
• Medical sales representative
• Regulatory affairs Officer
• Hospital Pharmacist
• Community Pharmacist
• Medical writer

KEY ROLES:

• Quality Control Associate: Checking all the drugs that are in-process or in post processing prior to marketing and thus ensures the standards of the drugs.

• Pharmaceutical Scientist: Designing newer drug therapies uncovering new alternatives or actions of existing drugs by studying the effect of drugs on humans or animals. 

• Medical Transcriptionist: Listening to dictated records of health care providers and transcript them into office notes, test results, referral letters for documentation as medical records

• Hospital Pharmacist: Dispensing the prescribed medications and monitoring the details of drugs distributed to the in-patients or out-patients and regularly evaluating the Inventory stock.

• Drug technician: Accurately formulating the drugs with appropriate dosing and supporting the pharmaceutical services by assembling, stocking, dispensing the medications and thus helping the health care providers and patients.

• Analytical Chemist: Assess the chemical structure and nature of substances in many areas such as drug development, forensic analysis, pharmacokinetic and toxicological studies.

• Drug Inspector: Controls drug piracy and duplicity by checking chemist shops and pharmaceutical companies from doing any illegal things against the rules and taking necessary actions according to Law.

• Medical Sales Representative: The MR will persuade health professionals to prescribe those medications explaining them the reasons i.e., the effectiveness of the brand when compared to others.

• Regulatory Affairs Officer: The officer works following ethical guidelines to ensure the efficacy and safety of new medications introduced into market. He should write a clear argument about licensing the new medication by analyzing the post market surveillance data.

• Medical Writer: He is the one who works with to develop clinical trial documents effectively and clearly describing research results, product use, and other information for publications in websites, magazines, newsletters or journals. 

Many pharmaceutical companies and organizations hire B. Pharm graduates such as Sun Pharmaceuticals, Novartis, Biocon, Pfizer, Accenture, Glaxo Smith Kline, Dr Reddy’s, Ranbaxy, Mankind, Lupin, Cipla, Piramal, Aurobindo Pharma and Merck
Apart from this, candidates can practice as a pharmacist at government as well as private hospitals. And also, can work as NGOs in the health domain, especially in rural areas.
There is a great scope for an aspirant to work abroad as a hospital pharmacist by clearing the general tests.

FURTHER STUDIES:

• After completion of B. Pharm, one can also opt for further academics such as M. Pharm, MBA, M.Sc.

• One can also pursue any M. Pharm programme such as pharmacology, pharmacy practice, analysis, pharmaceutics, biotechnology, pharmaceutical technology etc.,

• Many management courses including hospital management, drug store management, pharmaceutical management can be opted.

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ALL ABOUT THE EXAMS TO STUDY ABROAD

 

If you are planning to study abroad, the admission process will require you to give one language exam and one standardized exam. However, depending on the country, course, college/university you are targeting, you may be exempt from standardized exams, but you would still be required to take one language exam to show English language proficiency skills. You may also be required to provide scores of one standardized test, depending on the course and university you plan to enter.

Here is an article about the exams to study abroad..

Language exams:

This shows your English proficiency and you need to give one of the language exams to get admission to any university in an English-speaking country. These are required for pursuing almost all courses - Postgraduate courses, Undergraduate courses, Certificates or Diplomas (unless mentioned). Few of the top English language exams which are used by prominent study abroad destinations are:

• IELTS: Preferred exam for getting admission to universities in Australia, UK, and New Zealand. Your IELTS Score is valid for 2 years.
• TOEFL: Preferred exam for universities in the Canada and US, while it is not accepted at many colleges in the UK. Your TOEFL scores are valid until 2 years. 
• PTE: It is accepted at a few colleges in the US and most colleges in the UK also. PTE Academic scores are valid for up to 2 years from the date of the exam.
• FCE, CAE, and CPE are given preference by British universities.

Standardized Entrance Exams for Foreign Universities:

Standardized Entrance Exam to study abroad for various courses can be different. Depending on the courses you opted for, you will be required to give only one standardized exam for abroad education. The following table shows you different course programs and their corresponding standardized test, and also preferred English language test. 

COURSE PROGRAMS	STANDARDIZED TEST
Under graduation	SAT or ACT
MBA	GMAT or GRE
MS	GRE
Medical	MCAT
Law	LSAT
Certificate and Diploma	-

 

   

And the preferred English language tests are 

• TOEFL for US, Canada
• CAE or CPE for the UK
• CELPIP for Canada
• IELTS or PTE for UK, Australia, New Zealand

 

About Scholarship:

The most popular entrance exam to study abroad is GRE, GMAT, IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, and ACT. Excellent performance in these international competitive examinations can also get students financial aid in the form of scholarships. Many colleges and universities consider the performance of the student in these international entrance exams for giving scholarships at the time of giving admission.

What about Study Abroad after higher secondary education?

Students who have cleared their higher secondary i.e., after 12th have the option to give various entrance exams for studying abroad. SAT, ACT, GRE, TOEFL, and IELTS are some of the popular standardized tests which students can give for going to study abroad. Remember, the choice of exam always depends on the course, college, and country where you want to go.

There are various exams which students can give after class 10th. However, it is always a better idea to go for abroad studies after completion of your school education. But many colleges and universities demand that the aspirant must have completed 18 years of age and a guardian should accompany the student to take his/her care.

Well, here is a quick sneak peek of some popular exams :

The Test of English as a Foreign Language(TOEFL): It measures how well non-native speakers of English can analyze and understand English at the university level. A valid TOEFL score is required for admissions to many colleges and universities in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, and many other countries.

International English Language Testing System(IELTS): It is an English language assessment test mainly used by those who want to study abroad. It is owned, developed, and organized through the partnership of the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia, and the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. 

Pearson Test of English(PTE): Many things distinguish this exam from its close competitors – IELTS and TOEFL. The first and foremost distinguishing aspect is the scoring pattern and the results. As the tests are completely computerized, the results are declared much quicker, in 5 days. This makes it suitable for students who are in a bit of a rush. Another aspect of this test is that it focuses on day to day English rather than university-level English language.

These 3 are the main English language tests for students who wish to study abroad after graduation, study after 12th, or study after 10th in abroad. These exams are also used to test the English language proficiency of a non-native speaker who wishes to immigrate to an English-speaking country for work.

Please remember that there are 3 major factors which decide the exams you need to prepare, for studying abroad from India.

• Field of study
• College or University of study
• Chosen country

So confirm the admission details for the colleges you are targeting and check which exam you should be taking to be eligible for the admission process.

Graduate Record Examination (GRE): The Graduate Record Examination(GRE) is the general test that is used for admission into most graduate school programs. GRE is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). It tests verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning (math), and analytical writing (essay section). 

Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT): The Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) exam is primarily used for admissions decisions by business school graduate programs. If you are planning to attend business school, you should take the GMAT. It consists of a 30-minute analytical writing assignment, 12 integrated reasoning questions (30 minutes), 37 quantitative questions (75 minutes), and 41 verbal questions (75 minutes). These questions are designed to measure the skills needed to succeed in business school.

Law School Admission Test (LSAT): The Law School Admission Test(LSAT) is specifically used for law school and has questions designed to test your ability to succeed in a law environment. The test is given by the Law School Admissions Council four times a year at designated locations all over the world. It includes multiple-choice questions that cover reading comprehension skills, analytical reasoning skills, logical reasoning skills, and an essay. 

Medical College Admission Test (MCAT): The Medical College Admission Test(MCAT) is designed specifically for those who plan to apply to medical school or other health professions school, including allopathic, osteopathic, podiatric, and veterinary medicine courses. This multiple-choice exam measures your skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and knowledge of science concepts and principles, in sections that include physical sciences, verbal reasoning, and biological sciences. 

Before registering for any of these tests, it is important to validate the need to complete the test with the schools you are considering. Entrance exams for master's degree programs are just one facet of your application; schools will also examine your transcripts, recommendations, and other factors when making an admissions decision.

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Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT): It is a globally recognized college admission test mainly used to evaluate the written, verbal and mathematical skills of aspirants. Applicants to undergraduate courses, particularly in the US and Canada, are required to take the SAT. These exam scores are also accepted by several universities in the UK. Check the selection criteria of the university you are planning to enter before deciding to write the SAT exam.

American College Testing (ACT): It is a standardized test for college and university admissions for an undergraduate degree in the United States. The ACT assesses the college academic readiness of both native and international students. It has been developed to evaluate the written, mathematical, verbal, and scientific skills of the candidates.

Depending on which college you are planning to apply for admissions, you can either write SAT or ACT. Both these tests can be taken by students who wish to study abroad after 12th, especially study abroad in the US.

We will be covering the detailed every above-mentioned exam options very soon. Till then, keep learning and keep finding your best career path with THE AURORA QUEST.

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