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Peter Sturtevant

Retired Civil Engineer
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Luke Feb 21, 2017 1024 views

How would I become an engineer?

Here's what I have heard so far: 1. Earn a bachelor's degree in engineering from a school accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) 2. Pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination. 3. Complete at least four years of engineering experience....

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Britney Mar 12, 2017 7780 views

What type of engineering field uses CAD software?

I would like to know about what specific field that uses CAD software. I'm interested in this field and would like to know how designing with CAD could be a career. Does it pay well? What are the different companies offering positions with designing with CAD? #engineering #cad #systems-engineering

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Mohammad Mar 06, 2017 11489 views

How crucial is the choice of the thesis vs. non-thesis option in the Master's degree?

I am a graduate student in Electrical Engineering who opted for the non-thesis option in order to avoid the uncertainty of the time of graduation that is associated with the thesis option. However, I am also planning to pursue a PhD in the future and I have heard how not choosing the thesis...

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Trayquil Feb 20, 2017 1039 views

which type of engineering has the most jobs

I'd like to know which type of engineering will give me a better chance of getting a job #engineering #mechanical-engineering

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Trayquil Feb 20, 2017 1684 views

As a engineering major how difficult is college?

I would like to know what I'm getting myself into by being a engineering major. #engineering #mechanical-engineering

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Trayquil Feb 20, 2017 1542 views

As a future engineer, what are some tips that I can take to better prepare myself for college

I'm a high school Seniors who is about to graduate and attend a four year university for mechanical engineering. #engineering #mechanical-engineering

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Nelly Feb 18, 2017 1167 views

What are some important things to know before going into Engineering?

As a high school student who wants to go into engineering, it would be helpful to know at least five things that are necessary when going into an engineering field. I want to be prepared for my future and what I will be doing in the future. #engineering

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Sean Feb 13, 2017 1101 views

How much schooling is required for an engineering career?

I would like to pursue an engineering career. Before completely deciding on it, I would like to know how much schooling is needed to have a successful and good-paying engineering career. #college #engineering #college-major #college-selection

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David Feb 09, 2017 1316 views

What applications do we have to sign?

Because I am worried about what I sign. #engineering #desighning #making

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Kayla Oct 27, 2016 1259 views

How are STEM schools different from regular universities? Are they geared specifically towards STEM skills or are you learning other things as well?

I want to have a major in biomedical engineering but I also want to learn other things. I also want to major in Spanish. I love the language and I want to continue my study in college as well. #engineering #spanish #stem-education

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Kimia Nov 01, 2016 1235 views

Is it beneficial to show evidence of branching out in my career and expanding upon my future career options by minoring in a field different from my major?

I am planning on entering college as a bioengineering major, though that is subjective to change depending on the college. However, I was wondering whether it would be beneficial for me to apply with a business, political science, or history minor to add more to my resume and degree. It would...

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Alexander Nov 10, 2016 1269 views

What steps did you take to become an engineer?

What do I need to become a computer engineer because I need to choose and academic path because I was really interested in it and I just want to find a college to go to please get back to me asap thx 😀 #engineering

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Carla Oct 29, 2016 1759 views

What are the benifits of engineering?

I want to become one #engineering

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Ryan Oct 30, 2016 4278 views

What types of companies are looking for civil engineers?

Also list company names if possible #engineering #civil-engineering

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Lam Oct 28, 2016 929 views

Which applications or programs should I be proficient in using to succeed in engineering?

I want to be prepared. #engineering