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 Engineering students who primarily focus on technical and analytical aspects for most of their studying

life tend to develop a strong focus on technical proficiency, where structured problem-solving with clear

methods and outcomes are often emphasized. However, this focus leaves little opportunity for them to

practice and develop their communication skills.

 Unlike academic tasks which have clear outlines and definitive solutions, professional environments

require students to communicate with a diverse variety of people with different experiences, knowledge, and

hierarchical authority. This lack of exposure can lead to students feeling unprepared and unsure of how to

voice their ideas. This then leads to students feeling hesitant to contribute to discussions which consequently

limits their ability to collaborate effectively.

Furthermore, students tend to develop the habit of working independently and keeping their ideas to

themselves, since academic success is mostly reliant on individual effort. They will find it hard to overcome

the transition when they move to a working environment where engineers are required to communicate as it

is integral to their work life.