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Peter Sturtevant

Retired Civil Engineer
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Kent, Washington
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Saeran Feb 16 346 views

Do you need on the job training for mechanical engineering? And if so, how much?

I am a high school student and I am thinking about going into mechanical engineering as a career, I'm just trying to get more information about it overall.

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Evelyn Aug 10, 2023 375 views

How do I know what classes to take to get on the right path to being an engineer?

How do I become an engineer in the first place? It seems hard to learn what classes to take in the future. I just need some help on what classes to take and how to pass in the future as an engineer.

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Kyle Jul 19, 2023 312 views

What are some extracurricular activities I can do in Florida to help me become an aerospace engineer

I live in orlando florida and I want the activities to be near me

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Z May 12, 2023 4757 views

UC Irvine vs UC San Diego?

I want to major in CS or something engineering related and am choosing between UC Irvine and UC San Diego. Pros/cons of both?

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Efrain May 04, 2023 269 views

Why did you pick that career What do you like about it? How long did your training/schooling take?

I'm a freshmen and i wanted to know how long does it take to become a civil engineer

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Efrain May 04, 2023 284 views

what was your motivation to become a civil engineer what classes would you recommened ??

I'm a freshmen and i want to be a civil engineer but what classes can i take?

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Efrain May 04, 2023 285 views

What skills prepared you for this job How long did you have to train??

hi im a freshmen and how did you train to become a civil engineer

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Magali Mar 20, 2023 414 views

What are the most effective strategies for seeking a position in civil engineer?

Hi my name is Magali, a student at San Jose Job Corps and I'm interested in becoming in civil engineer. Thank you for your answers.

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Nathaniel Mar 03, 2023 408 views

What was the thing that drove you to be and engineer and how did you know ?

I am in 9th grade

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SAI HAMSINI Feb 12, 2023 442 views

will having an online organization make you stand out in college applications ,if yes how do I build one and waht are few major issues that need solution ?

for college Im intrested in business computers and ai

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Jakaila Jun 26, 2021 633 views

How can I figure this mess out?

Nobody in my family has gone to college and finished it. Talking to them about college is like talking to a wall. Google is a good substitute, but the information I've been able to glean is not satisfactory. I have absolutely no idea what I want to do for a living. #college #college-major...

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Juan Jan 27, 2023 310 views

What kind of field do i need to work to be a airline engineer?

What education works better in this area?

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Kyren Dec 21, 2022 881 views

What colleges are good for a major in aerospace engineering?

I am currently in high school and I am interested in majoring in aerospace engineering. I do not really know where to begin to look for colleges to attend.

Kyle’s Avatar
Kyle Dec 09, 2022 434 views

construction managers and engineers

What skills and attitudes do you value most at the workplace and advice when chasing a junior role in the Civil and construction industry?

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Lisa Oct 17, 2022 925 views

Is it beneficial to minor in Architecture when majoring in Civil Engineering? Will it be of use when I join the workforce?

I am interested in the building structure aspect of civil engineering.

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ryan Nov 01, 2022 564 views

what is college like and how much would it cost to get in to college how do you start to get into colleges and when should i start going to college after im done with high school?

i have already have been to a lot of colleges and they have been good but i would like to hear more about other colleges

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Alexa Oct 28, 2022 535 views

Courses to take for astronautical engineering ?

What specific courses should I prioritize during high school if I intend to become an astronautical engineer?

What electives could I apply in that would aid me for this careerpath?

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Isaac Oct 27, 2022 432 views

What is required to start an engineering career?

I am looking to pursue an engineering career. Let's take electrical engineering as an example. How many years of study is required to have a job in the field? Are there any non-math or science classes one needs?

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Micah May 04, 2022 599 views

What is the best way to become a Architecture and Engineering Manager?

I'm a highschooler and I want to know what all I can do to become what I want to be in the future

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Noah Apr 27, 2022 1282 views

How long does it take to be a aerospace engineer?

How many years of college?

Ty’s Avatar
Ty Mar 01, 2022 467 views

What would be a good step in finding a scientific field to find a career in?

#science #career-choice #engineering

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Cyrus Oct 05, 2021 1004 views

Which degree in engineering is most universally useful in your daily life?

I'm a senior applying to colleges, I love the idea of engineering but I also want to make sure that my skills are applicable outside of the classroom. #engineering

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Nazareth Oct 05, 2021 526 views

How do I know which college is the best option for me?

I am asenior in high school and I am really interested in discoring more about the engineering field. I want to become a civil engineer, but the colleges that have good programs for that are expensive and difficult to get in, so how do I know which is a good collage I can go? #engineering...

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Weixuan Nov 28, 2020 2388 views

Is UC Irvine a good school for engineering?

# UCI # UC Universities # Public Universities # #engineering #teacher #school-counseling #history

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Maria Paula Aug 14, 2020 636 views

What kind of skills would I need to work in ocean engineer?

I’d like to know what type of skills (modeling programs, GIS..) are required to work in coastal engineering and what type of jobs could I get.

#engineering #coastal #modeling

Maria’s Avatar
Maria May 08, 2020 1219 views

What are easy high paying jobs?

#job #financial-planning #career #career-counseling #teaching #engineering

Amulya’s Avatar
Amulya Apr 14, 2020 806 views

What's the perfect job for someone who likes art and engineering?

#art #engineer #engineering #job #artist

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Melvin Mar 29, 2020 1145 views

What are the best ways to build your portfolio and showcase your work as engineers?

Hi! I'm currently a graduate student studying mechanical engineering and I'm interested in working in mechanical design after I finish my degree. As I've been working on some small designs using Autodesk Inventor, I've be looking for ways to showcase my design in a portfolio, but I'm not sure...

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Raphael Mar 08, 2020 2360 views

Can I pursue a Master's in Engineering after completing an undergraduate degree in Physics ? If so , which fields of engineering are applicable ?

#engineering #physics #engineer #college #mechanical-engineering #electricalengineer #aerospace #softwareengineer #computerscience # #information-technology # #college-major #technology #university

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Cemre Jan 31, 2020 746 views

What would be the best path to be a Genetic Engineer?

#genetic #engineering #biotechnology #science #lifescience

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Adam Nov 20, 2019 630 views

What college is best for an Aerospace Engineering Degree?

#engineering #aerospace #aerospace-engineering

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Chase Nov 20, 2019 1160 views

What is one of the most difficult things you experienced in college or in your job?

#engineer #software-engineer #programmer #engineering #job

Austin’s Avatar
Austin Nov 20, 2019 2103 views

What is the best college for aerospace engineering?

I am a Junior in high school #aerospace #engineer #aerospace-engineering #engineering #aeronautics

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Jazmine Oct 15, 2019 664 views

Before you knew about your career, what is something that you wished you knew (but didn't) when you first joined that career path?

I wished I actually knew that being a construction engineer required of what the clients wanted on their houses instead of being creative on my own.

#career #engineering #engineer #career-path

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pablo Oct 09, 2019 632 views

What skills does it take to become a electrical engineer?

#studying-tips #electrical-engineering #enginee #engineering #engineer

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David Sep 06, 2019 1032 views

What do civil engineers mostly do?

I am a student at Brennan High School looking for more information on #engineering #civil-engineering #civil-engineer

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sahastra Jun 26, 2019 623 views

i am a computer engineering student completed my 1 st year ..i am thinking to change into civil engineering so that i can do M.ARCH .. but i amthinking is it a right descion to change into civil

#civil-engineering

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Carlos Jun 19, 2019 519 views

Which is the best college to teach about engineering

#engineering #college

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Clio May 14, 2019 576 views

What was your experience in applying for and choosing a master's degree program in STEM?

I am interested in pursuing a master's degree in Construction Engineering and Management after graduation, but I welcome those with different backgrounds in STEM and/or Management to respond! :) How did you go about looking for master's degree programs to apply to, and how difficult was the...

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Cesar May 01, 2019 418 views

What are good schools for engineering

#engineering

Manuel’s Avatar
Manuel Apr 17, 2019 486 views

what are some good civil-engineering schools

#engineer #civil-engineering

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Hunter Apr 16, 2019 283 views

How many years of college do you need to become a physical therapist?

How long do you have to go?

Drew’s Avatar
Drew Apr 16, 2019 532 views

What are the Four Main Types of Engineering? what are 3 careers of each type?(please answer this as soon as possible)

#engineering #student

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Melvin Jan 12, 2019 1007 views

Undergrad engineering vs Grad engineering?

Hi all, I plan to enter Graduate study for Mechanical Engineering next fall and I just want to know, what are the differences (and even similarities) between the undergraduate and graduate levels in engineering? How should I prepare myself to know what to expect? Thanks. #engineering...

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Christian Dec 21, 2018 672 views

Why do people keep recommending biology for a Engineering degree?

Every time I look up classes to take in high school in preparation for an engineering degree, biology always pops up. Why? Why is this subject important for engineering?
#biology #engineer #engineering #technology #science #tech

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Ashlynn Sep 30, 2018 1049 views

I want to get my bachelors in biomedical engineering. Do engineers get laid off a lot? Is it hard to find a job with a engineering degree?

#engineering #biomedical-engineering #job #bachelors #pursue #medicine

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Clayton Apr 06, 2018 964 views

How hard are Engineering classes in college?

I want to see if i want to take it .#work #engineering #choosing-a-major

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Kendyll Jul 18, 2018 1022 views

How can I decide what field of engineering is best to pursue if I don't know which one I prefer?

#field #engineering #choosing-career

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Ashley May 25, 2018 884 views

What careers are available for Environmental and Water Resources Engineering Master's degree?

I am currently an undergraduate in Civil Engineering and plan to get a Master's degree in EWRE.

#civil-engineer, #civil-engineering, #environmental-engineer, #environmental-engineering, #environmental, #water-resources, #engineering

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Yilei Apr 29, 2018 969 views

Does ABET accreditation matter?

I am pursuing an Engineering major, specifically computer engineering, but the program at my school that I will attend is not ABET accredited. Does it matter much? Will it affect my career path?
(the school I will most likely attend is University of California, San Diego)
#engineering