What is STEM?
STEM is a loose definition of education and related careers that focus on four areas of study: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. By combining and emphasizing these four disciplines, the hope is that students will have a greater chance of achievement and the nation will be able to fill a perceived gap in these areas.
Science
The sciences can cover a wide range of fields, from biology to astronomy to physics. These careers are complex but because of their broad-ranging and diverse topics, science brings in people of all types, from people fascinated by tiny insects to those who want to learn more about the galaxy.
Examples of STEM fields that are heavy with science:
- Biomedical engineering
- Chemical engineering
RECOMMENDED: Purdue University.
Technology
Technology is another broad term. Your coffee maker is a form of technology, as is the smartphone in your purse and the industrial crane in a commercial construction zone.
Examples of STEM careers that are heavy with technology:
- Software developer
- Database administrator
- Data management
RECOMMENDED: Capella University.
Engineering
Although technology and engineering are somewhat synonymous, engineering is often seen as the design and construction of large, complex structures, such as buildings, computer networks, and ships.
STEM fields that are heavy with engineering:
- Civil engineer
- Industrial engineer
RECOMMENDED: Kansas State University.
Math
It’s all in the numbers. Math involves calculations from simple to complex that help make predictions and solve problems. While some deal with it more than others, all STEM fields will involve math in some form.
STEM jobs that are heavy with math:
- Statistician
- Mathematician
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