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Course: Electronic & Computer Engineering

-The electronics and computer industry relies heavily on imported components like semiconductors and microcontrollers. Rising tariffs can increase production costs, disrupt supply chains, and slow innovation. This may lead to higher prices for consumers and reduced global competitiveness.

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Ng Yi Suan                                      Diploma Course: Electrical Engineering

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Ng Yi Suan                                      Diploma Course: Electrical Engineering

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As a future electrical engineer, the rise in tariffs on imported components like semiconductors and microcontrollers can increase production costs, forcing companies to raise prices or cut spending on innovation and staffing. This may slow technological progress in the industry.

At the same time, tariffs could boost local manufacturing by encouraging domestic sourcing of components. This shift may create new job opportunities in local production but reduce roles in companies struggling with higher costs. Adapting to these changes will be key for a stable engineering career.

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Lim Kai Jie, Diploma in Electrical Engineering

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Lim Kai Jie, Diploma in Electrical Engineering

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The electrical engineering industry would be significantly impacted by the raise of tariffs, especially if the tariffs apply to key imported materials, components, or finished products.

As singapore are still developing new buildings to cater for the younger generations. Increased production costs typically get passed down to consumers, leading to higher prices for products such as electrical wiring, lighting, appliances, and renewable energy systems.

The singapore green plan 2030 would also be affected by the tariffs where companies are constantly adapting to the new tariffs imposed. Electrical infrastructure and renewable energy projects (e.g., solar, wind, EV charging stations) often require imported technologies. Tariffs could slow deployment due to cost increases or equipment shortages.

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Seah Bing Hong Diploma Course: Electronic & Computer Engineering

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Seah Bing Hong Diploma Course: Electronic & Computer Engineering

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The semiconductor industry is the field I am most likely to enter. With higher manufacturing costs, the prices of products will increase. These elevated production costs could also restrict the company's growth, leading to a reduction in hiring as a cost-cutting measure. As a result, the industry may experience inflation in product prices.

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Singapore mostly gets electrical components from other countries as we do not have the land and the resources to make it. When tariff increase, those imported electrical components such as diodes, transistors and lengthy underground cables price will also increase. This will affect the economy circulation and more money has to come in to the electrical industry which might others in the near future.

Besides price increase there might also be delay of goods due to the skyrocketed priced because of the distribution of the supply chain which may delay work progress and not meeting the client's expectation.

If company have sign a contract which already stated the fix price agreement of the materials being supplied, they either have to look at the contract again or change their plan into a cost effective design so the work can still be completed before the deadline.

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Chiam Zi Xian - Electronic Computer Engineering

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Chiam Zi Xian - Electronic Computer Engineering

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Due to the tariffs, it can be harder for countries to work together on new technology. This might slow down how quickly we get access to the latest chips or tools in school or at work. If tech companies have trouble getting parts, they might hire fewer people or change their focus.

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the electrical industry especially because most electrical components such as semi conductors, circuit boards and copper wiring are mostly sourced overseas. this will lead to:

1. Higher cost of different components - because of the tariffs, electrical component manufactuers who rely on other parts from different countries may increase their component cost to ensure the profit margins are still acceptable, so if we buy the compnents we bear the increase in price. Given the fact that Singapore is also unable to manufacture locally because of space constraints.

2. Project delays - As the prices soar higher, so will the time to complete projects as component will have shortages or because of the price adjustments will cause the contractors to be unable to get their needed materials. one example, Singapore green plan to install more solar panels all over singapore may take a even longer time to complete now because solar panels prices may have gone up significantly.

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With the increase price of imported materials, production of medical devices will increase. This will lead to the increase of the final price of medical devices and reduced profit margins for manufacturers. The tariffs will also disrupt global supply chains as there will be delays in getting certain materials and the need to find alternate suppliers, which may not meet the same quality standards.

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Biomedical engineering is a global field and many researchers and engineers work internationally. However, because of the tariff, it can cause a strain on healthcare provider. It can lead to high treatment cost on patients and delayed upgrades on medical equipment.

Medical devices that requires highly specialized parts come from various countries, this means that the tariffs will greatly affect this balanced system. That can cause delays in production if supplies are changed or there is any hold up during shipping.

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The healthcare industry is interconnected with supply chains and rising tariffs because of medical equipment, and pharmaceuticals.

There are many ways the industry can be impacted.

One way may be due to increased cost of medical supplies and equipment. Tariffs on imported goods like surgical instruments and machines can increase the cost for healthcare providers. Hospitals and clinics are then forced to raise the costs of healthcare services, leading to patients having to pay more. This may result in impacting the care quality as well.

Another way is drug pricing and availability. Many pharmaceutical ingredients are sourced globally from countries like China and India. Tariffs on imports like these would increase drug production costs, leading to higher prices for patients and even may lead to drug shortages.

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Joanna, Electronic and Computer Engineering 

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Joanna, Electronic and Computer Engineering 

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The tariffs imposed may increase the cost of electronic components and disrupt supply chains. This could impact the electronics industry by delaying production and raising prices. Companies may reduce imports of advanced components, slowing innovation and leading to design changes using locally available parts. Projects could become more expensive or limited in scope due to budget constraints caused by higher material costs.

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Environment & Water Technology

Reflect on how the industry you are likely to enter may be impacted by the rise in tariffs.

I would think that the rise in tariffs will have the following impact on the sustainability industry due to the increase in imports and exports involving the US.

Negative

1. Companies may be less keen on going green/staying environmentally sustainable, in account of inflation.

2. There is less global collaboration in combating climate change. (harder to buy/sell products to/from US)

3. There will be less focus on sustainability solutions as companies big and small rush focus on keeping themselves afloat or rush to profit from the major economic disruption.

4. Businesses in the US that trade internationally may close down, leading to a lot of waste.

(ChatGPT advises:

⚠️ Plausible but could use nuance. Business failures can cause waste (unused inventory, abandoned sites), but it’s not always a significant or lasting environmental impact unless in a specific sector like manufacturing or agriculture.)

Positive

1. Companies may be more likely to look into sustainability solutions to lower their bottom line.

2. Due to the difficulty of trade with the US, and in US with the world, new methods and discoveries for sustainability solutions may be developed when previous methods become too expensive to feasibly operate.

I ran my response into ChatGPT and asked if i missed out on any important points...

ChatGPT feels like adding some important points:

🔍 IMPORTANT POINTS YOU COULD ADD:

1. Domestic manufacturing of green tech may grow:
With foreign imports becoming expensive, there may be an incentive to manufacture renewable energy products (solar panels, wind turbines, etc.) domestically, potentially creating green jobs. (more sustainability for the win!!)

2. Tariffs on raw materials could hurt green industries:
If tariffs affect inputs like rare earth metals, solar panels, or battery components, this could directly slow down renewable energy adoption. (i didn't know that, wish i did)

3. Regulatory or policy shifts:
Some governments may introduce subsidies or tax breaks for sustainability efforts to offset tariff-related costs — worth noting the role of policy in balancing economic and environmental goals. (thought about it, but didn't write it, i like how they mentioned the balance)

4. Uneven impact across industries:
The impact will vary. For example, construction or automotive sectors that rely on international supply chains may be hit harder than digital or service-based green businesses. (which is a perspective that i could not deduce from the knowledge i have)

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Zhang Zheng Yu Xavier           Diploma Course:Electronics and Computer Engineering    

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Zhang Zheng Yu Xavier           Diploma Course:Electronics and Computer Engineering    

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Reflection:
As a student in Electronics and Computer Engineering, I am likely to enter industries such as automation, embedded systems, semiconductor manufacturing, and electronics product development. These sectors are deeply interconnected with global supply chains and rely heavily on the import and export of components like microcontrollers, sensors, PCBs, and ICs.

The rise in tariffs can significantly impact these industries. Increased tariffs on imported electronic components can lead to higher production costs, which may reduce profit margins for companies or lead to higher prices for consumers. This could affect job opportunities, as companies may downsize or delay projects due to budget constraints.

Moreover, with global tensions or trade restrictions, companies might shift towards local sourcing or invest in domestic manufacturing, which could create new opportunities for engineers who understand both hardware and software integration. As an aspiring professional, it will be important for me to stay adaptable, continuously upskill, and be aware of economic and geopolitical trends that influence technology and manufacturing industries.

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Fadhaly , Course : Electronics and Computer Engineering 

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Fadhaly , Course : Electronics and Computer Engineering 

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1. Cost increases and Supply Chain disruptions : - The rise in tariffs is impacting the electronics industry by increasing production costs for power electronics systems due to higher costs of components like semiconductors, capacitors, and PCBs. This, in turn, affects software validation and testing processes. Additionally, companies are diversifying their supply chains, which can lead to longer lead times, higher procurement costs, and software compatibility issues. Furthermore, tariffs have caused delays in component deliveries, slowing down hardware development timelines and forcing software providers to adjust to longer validation cycles.

2. Impact on Manufacturing and Sourcing : - The "America First" policy is driving reshoring efforts, encouraging domestic hardware production and prompting software vendors to adapt to U.S.-specific standards and manufacturing processes. To mitigate costs, companies are exploring alternative sourcing options, such as importing components from Taiwan, Japan, or other regions. Additionally, some firms may opt for domestic sourcing, leveraging incentives from the CHIPS Act, but this approach may come with higher costs due to increased labor and production expenses in the U.S.

3. Industry Adaptations and Opportunities : - To navigate the challenges of tariffs, companies can adopt several software strategies. Developing modular, hardware-agnostic tools can reduce dependency on specific supply chains. Additionally, integrating AI into software can optimize designs, predict hardware performance, and minimize costly iterations and material waste. Furthermore, shifting to cloud-based software delivery can lower costs, improve scalability, and enable remote collaboration, providing a flexible solution amidst global trade disruptions.

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The industry im going to be in ECE is likely to not take much hit but it will still effect us in employability.Reasons as to why i think it will not take much hit is because taiwan is the biggest semiconductor producer in the world and my sector has a lot of semiconductors involved. As prices rise due to tariffs,spending power of companies will fall straining how much they can spend on manpower.

This will result in companies putting a hold on hiring new employees as the economy seems unstable. Its only when the market stabilises again will there be enough allowance for more potential employees.

In conclusion, The tariffs will only impaxt us for only a year MAX as i predict that US and CHINA willcome to negotiation as they do not intend to go at a full blown ECONOMICAL WAR against each other crippling both countries and throwing many innocents out of jobs they needed.

Not out of kindness but out of the need for those very people to give them money 'tax'.

Not only that Tech Companies will be afraid of opening factories or potential shops in those countries as profitability doesnt look favourable. Thats my outlook