Statement of Purpose for a Math and Physical Science Degree

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“Complex things are made using simple concepts and principles." Looking back at my schooling days, this was the essence of thought that went through my mind, as I fidgeted with the various pieces of white goods I found at home. This curiosity for knowing "how things worked" has come a long way, from a science club member, who demonstrated experiments to fellow students in school to a "How Things Work" event volunteer in my high school. Even today, when I look at a multi-task horizontal machining centre, my mind wanders around the wonders of man-machine capabilities.
Math and Physical Sciences exposed me to new concepts and my quest to use them for practical applications prompted me to continue my studies in engineering. An affinity for mechanical devices led me to enrol myself in the Mechanical Engineering curriculum.
It is after a good deal of self-assessment that I have decided to follow post-graduate studies in Industrial Engineering. This decision followed after considering my areas of interest and professional ambition which is to pursue a career in Industrial Engineering. Industrial Engineering deals with the application of science, mathematics and engineering methods to complex system integration and operations.
Industrial visits to Integral coach factory, Hyundai, Ashok Leyland, Lucas-TVS in Chennai during my undergraduate study helped me to gain more technical knowledge about industries and its machines. My search for knowledge never made me think it is enough and endless knowledge to be gained in the days to come.
During my pre-final year in engineering I was made to lead the team for my project team. I had a team of three people who were very good in different fields. We Designed and Fabricated a Rack and Pinion Mechan...

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... changed my priorities and I have cleaned up my act by clearing six backlogs in one semester.
I strongly believe that excellence that develops within oneself can be attributed to the environment in which one experiences and to the system one is exposed to. A graduate study in your university will provide a perfect launch pad to propel my career in the right direction because of the great amount of flexibility incorporated within the learning system, infrastructure, vibration interaction with the industry and exposure to the latest technology. My learning experience in such a learning environment would be highly beneficial to gain knowledge in the relevant field and I would consider myself very fortunate if I am made to be a part of your esteemed institution. I promise I would work hard and contribute my best and prove to be a valuable addition to your institution.

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