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What’s the difference between engineering and a mechanic ?

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Waylon Ward

Feb 20, 2025

Probably the most frequent function of engineers is to design things. or to design a process. The function of a mechanic is to analyze deviations from the design performance and restore a system to normal by replacing parts or doing tune-ups.... Show More
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Waylon Ward

Feb 20, 2025

Mechanic is just a specific skill among all those covered by engineering….... Show More
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Waylon Ward

Feb 20, 2025

Automotive Engineers design the cars that mechanics repair. Which is why most mechanics cuss engineers.If only engineers were required to be experienced mechanics before being considered for engineering, cars wouldn’t be the nightmare they are today.I was a electronics TECHNICIAN for decades before i became a electronics ENGINEER.That enabled me to design electronic systems that technicians could easily troubleshoot and repair.... Show More
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Waylon Ward

Feb 20, 2025

A Mechanic is a technician. S/He does work.An Engineer does design and deep analysis of an issue when there is a design problem.... Show More
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Waylon Ward

Feb 20, 2025

Engineers are scientists who design and build stuff, mechanics are the fixers... Show More
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Waylon Ward

Feb 20, 2025

Engineers design and plan the devices, architecture, and machines.Mechanics execute the plans for the machines.... Show More

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