I have watched a lot of Ben Heck in the past, so I figured this forum may be one place to research what I want to do with my life. I've been looking into degrees in engineering for a week or so. I have a degree in Digital Animation and Game Design with a focus in 3D Modeling currently. I honestly haven't done anything with it in the 3 years since I graduated. I've always been interested in computers and I'm frequently the person friends reference when building or fixing their own. I understand however that this is a very different skill set than engineering, but it also doesn't pay as well as it used to and the jobs that pay a reasonable amount require certification and extra schooling anyway.
I have an analytic mind and I've always idolized many historical and fictional figures who have used engineering skills to change the world. Henry Ford invented the car and now everyone owns one, Alan Turing built the first programmable computer, now software exists for tasks as simple as sending a message to one's as critical as simulating sending people to the moon. Tony Stark (My Personal Favorite Marvel Character) invents new technology to revolutionize technology, communication, and health for his world. I've actually had a dream to build an Iron Man like suit within my lifetime.
There are many areas I'm interested in as well. Automotive, Aerospace, Computer, Mechanical, and Robotics. Would anybody here happen to know where to start more research? There's a "Beginners Guide To Engineering" series of books for sale on Amazon I'm planning to look into. I'm also going to call the school I attended to see a few counselors for different programs, but I don't want to fully rely on the opinion of someone at the school that benefits from me signing up. Does anyone have tips for someone starting out in the field? I am grateful for any information or tips guiding me in the right direction. I'm so excited to get started!
