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Peter Sturtevant

Retired Civil Engineer
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Madison May 17, 2016 810 views

What can I do now, as a high school senior, to help me get more involved in the engineering world?

I plan on majoring in mathematics next year, but I am very interested in engineering. The college I will be attending does not have a major in engineering, so I am curious to see if math can get me to engineering in graduate school. #engineering #mathematics #biomedical-engineering

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Maureen Aug 01, 2016 894 views

ACCOUNTANT

I had an A in computer science, Economics and AddMath while i had a B in maths, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Physics in the GCE Ordinary Level.Pls which career do u think i can excel in??
#doctor #engineering #accounting #pilot

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Tyzhee May 09, 2016 767 views

If i go to a engineering school will they teach me about broadcasting?

Because I to learn how to control a machine if it's my first time using it #engineering #broadcasting #broadcast-engineering

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Mitchell Aug 25, 2016 893 views

How many years of college do I need for Aerospace Engineering?

This is the college field I am looking into pursuing. #engineering

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Ian Aug 23, 2016 1269 views

What is a fair amount to earn as a "Founding Engineer" in my situation?

I am currently a student about halfway through my college education. I worked a summer internship at a startup, earning about 36k/year salary. Now, they have offered for me to take 2 quarters off of school and work as the "founding engineer" for the same salary with 3% equity. My main...

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Jaylin Aug 20, 2016 2276 views

What's the best way to manage time when you are in college?

I'm not the best at time management and could use some advice. #college #engineering #time-management

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Sam Aug 09, 2016 1572 views

I am majoring in Mechanical Engineering ,and I have my minor in Industrial and Electrical Engineering. I am wondering what extra classes I need to take if I want to work as a industrial pipeline designer ?

to have more knowledge #engineering #management #mechanical-engineering #business-development #project-management #industrial-design

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Ishan Aug 08, 2016 1030 views

I wanted to have a degree in buissness, so should i go diretly to a undergraduate buissness or should i do enginnering first?

I'm a high school student thinking about my future. I would love to have this question help not just my future, but everyone else's who is in my career path . #engineering #mba #beginner

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Salome Jul 30, 2016 17584 views

Which careers integrate art and math/science?

Im a Junior but I've been wondering since 9th grade what to study,because originally I wanted to study Aerospacial engineering, later on Pediatric Chiropactor and right now I have no Idea what to study. I'm injterested in art beacause I've been studying Theater,dance and music(I just graduated...

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doris Jul 28, 2016 1050 views

how can one become successful as an aeronautical engineer from high school

Well,I want to become an aeronautical engineer so I would like to know what it takes to become one #engineering #aeronautical

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Heloisa Jul 10, 2016 1011 views

What are the best schools for Computer Science and Engineering?

Preferrably not in Florida #engineering #computer

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anju Jun 24, 2016 1212 views

am good in biology,but have a deep interest in mathematics,what should i go for?

I always wanted to make a career in mathematics but couldn't get good grades...am good with biology,what to do? #engineering #science #medicine #biology #mathematics

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Sujitha Jun 22, 2016 814 views

In which stream i should select in higher studies to become a sound engineering?

I want to become a sound engineering. But, I couldn't know to select my stream in higher studies. Please tell me which stream could i select? #engineering #sound

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Mohammed Jun 22, 2016 722 views

what are the best colleges in India and abroad for Genetic engineering at undergraduate level?

I would like to pursue my under graduation course in abroad. So Suggest me few well reputed Engineering Colleges in Abroad.

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Delilah Jun 10, 2016 1493 views

What should I do, how do I become more aware of what I want to do?

I'm a High School Student and am about to enter my junior year which I have heard is the most important life changing year... ever. I am stuck in between wanting to be a Film Director or go into the Engineering field. I have no experience in either and my father gave me advice to look for...

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Jesus Jun 09, 2016 1840 views

How hard is it for a first generation student to get into the engineering field?

I was born in the USA but went to Mexico when I was three years old, I came back at the age of 17 without knowing how to speak English. Therefore, schools challenges me to be always learning new terminology on English. At the same time I always here stereotypes of asians being the only ones...

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Timothy Jun 07, 2016 1432 views

How do companies feel about hybrid job positions within their companies?

I am currently in High school and would want to pursue my first career as a sales engineer. How do most companies feel about hiring people who would specialize in two separate things at their firm? Do they think it might conflict or would they render it efficient and cost-effective?...

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Cristian Jun 01, 2016 1895 views

How difficult is it now for an engineer to get a job than in the 90s?

Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and it seems that technology and businesses are growing outstandingly but at the same time social media says that right now there are no jobs out there. It will be really helpful to get intel from a real professional.

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Cristian Jun 01, 2016 15843 views

Will an engineer be able to afford a 100 k dollar car?

Im a chemical engineer in my senior year and I've dreaming of owning a nissan gtr. Ive been wanting to ask this question since i started this major lol How soon will i be able to get or will i be able to get at all?

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Cristian May 27, 2016 955 views

For an engineering profession, will an engineer be required to have taken the FE Exam? (Fundamentals of Engineering)

Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and my advisor said that if i take the FE exam, i wont have to take a engineering elective but i have seen a FE practice exam and i haven't taken the proper class that i will be taking until my last semester. I would like to know if in the...

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Thomas May 26, 2016 896 views

What sort of jobs can you get with a Civil Environmental Engineering Degree?

This is my major and I would like to know from a professional what it's like to find a job that fits with their degree. #engineering #engineer #civil-engineering #environmental-science #environmental

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Shellie May 15, 2016 22787 views

I am looking into civil or industrial engineering. Could you tell me the main differences between the two?

I am divided between civil or industrial engineering. I don't know much about either besides what I am able to read online. Having information from someone who works closely between the two would be enlightening. #engineering #engineer #civil-engineering #industrial-engineering #industrial-engineer

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Abigail May 12, 2016 4402 views

Why is being creative important for engineers?

Hey everyone! I am a current high school sophomore and I am considering becoming an engineer. I'm considering civil engineering, software engineering and nuclear engineering. I have a STEM club at my school, and this is something we were going to talk about in one of our meetings, but our time...

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Eunice May 11, 2016 1246 views

How hard is it for a girl to enter the engineering field?

I have heard some positive things about entering the engineers world, but with being a minority in engineering it should be tough, right? Sure there are a lot of programs and scholarships to motivate girls into engineering but once they are there what happens? Are we just going on into a dead...

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Anina May 08, 2016 1368 views

Why do engineering majors always worry about graduating on time?

Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. What is it about engineering that makes it so much more difficult to graduate on time? Is it actually hard to graduate on time, or is that just rumors and exaggeration? This is important to me, because I might switch...

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Kay May 05, 2016 1093 views

What conferences or events are good for me to attend if I want a career in STEM?

I want a career in STEM (not sure what yet, exactly) and I heard a good thing for me to do is attend conferences and events related to STEM education /careers to learn more about my options and to meet new people. I live in Michigan, and couldn't find many events for high school students in the...

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Jesse Apr 25, 2016 2458 views

I thought only geeks or nerds become engineers?

Kids in class are interested in learning more about this career. #engineering

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Caitlin Apr 25, 2016 1231 views

How do engineers come up with their designs?

I want to know what the creative process is like #engineering #engineer #design

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Connor Mar 27, 2016 935 views

Which College is best for an engineering degree perhaps civi-engineering?

I need help looking for colleges that have a good engineering area and can offer me scholarships #college #engineering

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Omkar Mar 10, 2016 1462 views

Hi, I am in 9th grade right, now, and I would like to go into the field of robotic medicine. What should I do as a high school freshman to prepeare for the career?

I want to go into this field because I see a really bright future for it, I want medical service to be more efficient, and I am really passionate about robotics. I took a Engineering course this year last semester, and I am currently on my school's robotic team and I am really active ( I...