Cutting Edge Careers In Robotics

Due to advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning, job postings for robotics technicians, scientists, and engineers are surging with double- and triple-digit increases every year. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders.

From self-driving cars and drones to elder care robots, technology that was once science fiction is becoming reality. Robotics engineers are the driving force behind the ongoing robotics revolution. What the job entails, what it pays, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders.

Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the robotics field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-tech future career. Careers in Robot Technology introduces six exciting careers and features sidebar activities that invite readers to Imagine That! and Dig Deeper! Includes table of contents, glossary, index, and supplementary backmatter.

"Around the world, engineers are developing the cutting-edge technologies and materials of the future. Engineers are on the front lines of cutting-edge research. They are creating new materials, machines, and processes to improve life. For students who enjoy math and science and want to be on the cutting-edge of research and development, a career in engineering can be a great fit. Engineering is an extremely diverse field, with opportunities in almost every discipline from computers to medicine to chemistry"--

Robots have become more common than most people think. The automated vacuum cleaner that operates by itself is a robot. So are the mechanical miniature cats, dogs, and humans sold as toys. Many industries such as the automotive industry employ robots in the manufacture and distribution of goods. Robots also serve as stand-ins for humans in such dangerous activities as flying in surveillance aircraft, space and deep sea exploration, handling explosives for police bomb squads, and mining. Careers in Robotics clearly and specifically lays out the path to follow towards an exciting and rewarding career in this expanding field that truly is at the cutting edge of both technology and culture.

An overview of robotics looks at the education and training needed to work in the field, the skills and and experience necessary to get ahead, and the capabilities of robots and how they may be improved in the future.

The interdisciplinary field of robotics offers its practitioners many practical applications and makes it an exciting, dynamic, and cutting-edge pursuit, especially for young people embarking on their careers. This updated volume discusses the latest advances readers will need to be aware of in preparation for the professional positions of computer scientist, robotics engineer, and robotics technician. Readers will get detailed information and tips on what courses to take now and the ongoing advances in robotics that will determine their future study, internships, and more, including snapshots of luminaries in the field.

Robotics is one of the most exciting career fields of the twenty-first century. This stimulating volume introduces readers to robotics makerspaces and describes how student makerspace experiences and robotics competitions can lead to a career in robotics. It captures the breadth of the robotics industry, describing recent robotics research in home control, medicine, industry, and the military and outlines the skills, education, and degrees required to work in robotics, and the process of finding a robotics job. Informative profiles of several makerspaces as well as day-in-the-life scenarios of roboticists in the space program and the service industry, among others, will keep readers engaged.

Careers encompass a diverse range of professional paths that individuals pursue to establish their livelihoods and make meaningful contributions to society. People embark on careers in various fields such as medicine, engineering, law, education, business, arts, technology, and more. Each career offers unique opportunities, challenges, and rewards, catering to different interests and skillsets. As individuals progress in their chosen careers, they may undergo continuous learning and skill development to adapt to the ever-changing demands of the global workforce. Career success often involves setting goals, making strategic decisions, networking, and demonstrating competence and dedication in one's chosen domain. With the evolution of technology and increasing emphasis on innovation, new career opportunities continue to emerge, making it essential for individuals to stay informed and agile in their professional pursuits.