Article and photos by Mark Catto, Lecturer Electrical Engineering/Installation
Women in engineering are making significant strides, and at Borders College, students in the NC6 Electrical Engineering program exemplify this progress. Erin Moffat, Abigail Barraclough, and Ami-Lea Temple share their experiences and aspirations in a traditionally male-dominated field.
Currently, the trio are gaining hands-on experience by working on electrical containment in the workshop, where they learn to install and maintain wiring systems effectively. In the classroom, they dive into electrical principles and cable calculations, developing a solid foundation in the theoretical aspects of their field. This combination of practical and theoretical knowledge is essential for their future careers.