Title :
The true value of a PhD in the eyes of industry [Life education]
Author_Institution :
Nokia Solutions & Networks NSN, Ulm-Germany
Abstract :
By definition, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering, independent of its branches, is a postgraduate degree awarded to an engineer who spends a few years researching and specializing in a defined field. In reality, PhD in Engineering is a way of professional life and wisdom. The following lines summarize the author´s experience and are generalized for a wide audience.
Keywords :
Engineering education; Engineering profession; Philosophy; Professional aspects;
Journal_Title :
Instrumentation & Measurement Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MIM.2014.6912197