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Abigail Apr 08, 2018 1077 views

Is it worth earning higher than a bachelor's when pursuing a career in environmental engineering?

I plan to get a bachelor's degree in environmental engineering for sure, but would it be worth the time, money($40K/yr at the school I am looking at), and effort to work towards a master's or PhD? #engineering #environmental-engineering #money #debt #degrees #bachelors-degree #bachelorsdegree...

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luke Apr 06, 2018 619 views

what is the best college to go to get a major in engineering

i am going to work in construction with my dad but before i go work with him my parents want me to go to college so im not sure where the best place for me to go is. #engineering

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Aaron Apr 02, 2018 966 views

What types of jobs are the best for college students who plan on double majoring?

I am asking this question because I am currently a double major in the fields that my high school specialize in. I plan on majoring in Computer Science and Software Engineering. I am a very busy person as it is, and I'll need a solid source of income when I get into college. #funding...

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Christopher Jan 22, 2018 936 views

What are the major engineering job locations?

For those who are in the engineering work force, where do you all live? Do most engineers live in major cities, or more in the suburbs? I don't really want to live in a big city, but I am worried that that will hinder my choices at getting a job, at least a first job. Do any of you all live in...

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Cheysen Jan 16, 2018 618 views

Is it possible to be an interdisciplinary engineer/scientist?

Iʻm currently interested in both the medical and environmental field and Iʻm wondering if thereʻs a way where I can combine these two fields into a career. #medicine #environmental #engineering

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Leo Mar 20, 2018 941 views

What would be recommended if I was considering between majoring in biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, or mechanical engineering?

I have been struggling over my years of high school in determining which type of engineering I should pursue in college. #engineering #biomedical-engineering #chemical-engineering #mechanical-engineering

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Leo Mar 20, 2018 689 views

How can I incorporate my interests in business and engineering post college?

I have always wanted to be an engineers since the beginning of high school but I have recently taken and interest towards business and I would want to integrate business in some way into my future career. How would I go about doing that? #engineering #business

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Nadine-Marie Mar 19, 2018 522 views

What is the best way to continue practicing what you learned in your Engineering courses?

I am a College Senior majoring in Electrical Engineering. I love my major, but I feel that some classmates have a lot more hands-on experience and practice than I do. What is the best way to continue review of engineering materials after the semester ends and get more hands-on experience?...

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Joseph Mar 20, 2018 1705 views

What are a few of the most versatile engineering degrees?

I plan on going into the field of engineering but there are so many choices that I am having difficulty finding out the best degree for the job market. #engineering #job-market

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Madeline Mar 14, 2018 1529 views

What would be the best minors to take as an architecture student?

I don't know which classes would put me ahead of other architects, and I have a few interests in minors. If I were to minor in engineering, which type of engineering would be best? #minors #architecture #undergrad #engineering

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Melissa Mar 18, 2018 588 views

What are some possible career paths for engineering majors?

I am currently a high school senior that was directly admitted into the College of Engineering at the University of Washington. I am simply curious to see what jobs are out there for my type of major.
#engineering #college

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s Jan 16, 2018 624 views

What kind of experience is the best to seek out in college?

Many colleges brag about their co-op, research, and internship opportunities for students. Are any of these better than the others? I am interested in chemical engineering, and would like to know what I should seek out during my time in college. #chemical-engineering #engineering #internships...

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Caitlin Mar 14, 2018 1288 views

In California, do CSU or UC campuses have the better engineering program?

I would like to kick start a career in engineering, any suggestions of what to major in to make job hunting easier later on? Also what were your experience with California public school programs?

#california #engineering #berkeley #first-job #degree #major #software-engineering

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Gillian Oct 29, 2016 846 views

What is typically expected in a work day for someone that is a civil engineer specializing in structural engineering?

Growing up, I have always been told that as a civil engineer, you either draw bridges or perform math calculations to make sure the bridges are able to successfully stand. However, what is it REALLY like in a typical work day? Do you work on indoors computers? Do you work outdoors at...

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Clio Jan 16, 2018 640 views

Why did you become an engineer?

I am a civil engineering student, but I would be grateful for an answer from other fields of engineering as well. What made you choose engineering, and what made you decide to stick onto it throughout college and even after college? What was your terribly strong and persistent reason that made...

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Ismar Jan 16, 2018 697 views

Do you need to get go to grad school?

I am going to college for engineering, and was wondering you need to go to grad school to get a job an engineer, or if the basic four years will suffice.

#engineering ##gradschool

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Ashley Jan 24, 2018 734 views

Which engineering career is best for someone with a bachelors in civil engineering that would make the most impact on improving environmental conditions?

I am asking because I have been passionate about solving the environmental problems around the world since I was in elementary school, and I am currently majoring in civil engineering because environmental engineering is under the civil engineering branch. Although I can just major in...

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Albert Dec 09, 2016 843 views

Which colleges/universities should I apply to?

I live in California, and I am reluctant to go too far for college. I would like to stay relatively close to home, so I can visit my parents and come back home without having to travel too far. I'm interested in computer science and psychology, and I would like to do something in one of those...

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Katera Jan 24, 2018 1056 views

Can I get into a mit with a 3.5 gpa?

I’m in tenth grade and love engineering but I ruined my gpa in middle school when I wasn’t sure what a gpa was. Now I’m serious about my future but i think I messed it up. #engineering

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Matthew Jan 26, 2018 853 views

. As I am only in 10th grade, what courses should i take in high school if I am looking to go into nuclear engineering.

#engineering #nuclear-engineering

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Margaret Jan 03, 2018 831 views

I am in 7th grade and starting to learn about my future and career, if I was interested in being an engineer how do you choose which type of engineer you want to be?

I want to be an engineer because I love building and fixing things, but how do I choose what type of engineer to be, because there is many options and I can't decide which I would like to be.#carreer-choice #career #engineering

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Martina Oct 22, 2016 732 views

Does taking Advanced Placement (AP) courses in mathematics and science provide students with more opportunities in the field of engineering?

I chose to ask this question because I am currently enrolled in AP Statistics, AP Chemistry and Honors Trigonometry this year (my 11th grade year) and am considering taking AP Calculus and AP Physics next year (my 12th grade year). Will taking these classes set me apart from other students and...

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Antonio Jan 16, 2018 776 views

How difficult would it be for someone like me to get into a really competitive school?

I have recently been looking into Stanford and it literally looks like the college of my dreams. Great looking campus, low student to faculty, small student body, etc etc. But my question applies because at my high school, I am class rank #1/530ish with a 4.0 unweighted GPA along with a decent...

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Kanwarpreet Oct 23, 2017 10748 views

Where and how can I job shadow a Mechanical Engineer?

I decided to do my Senior Project on Job Shadowing a Mechanical Engineering. I want to learn about the job and see how the lifestyle is. I also want to know if I really want to pursue these career. #mechanical-engineering #job-shadowing #engineering #mechanical-or-industrial-engineering...

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Jason Jan 16, 2018 820 views

Would majoring in engineering be worth it?

I am currently in the 10th grade and am thinking of becoming an engineer in the future. I talked about it with my parents and they discouraged me from being an engineer, saying that many engineers get laid off in their later years and get replaced my younger engineers. I want to have a reliable...

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Luke Jan 17, 2018 1254 views

Why should I consider honors programs in college?

A couple schools I've applied to have extended an invitation to apply to their honors programs, but why should I? How does it help me in life?

#college #honors #question #why #engineering

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Kristen Jan 17, 2018 897 views

How does it look to future employers if you work in a different field for a while?

I am hoping to pursue a career in biomedical engineering. However, I will likely work in an electrical product engineering position for a non-biomedical company following graduation. How will biomedical companies I apply for in the future see this? Will this experience help me or will they...

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Joseph Jan 19, 2018 887 views

How to balance technical work with management at a large company?

I have noticed when applying to large companies (nationals or multinationals for example) that it seems you cannot both be involved in technical work (deep mathematics, physics, or engineering) and have a role in management. It seems that the two branch off rather early and because I like the...

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Kyle Jan 18, 2018 722 views

Necessary attributes for an engineer?

Considering everyone you have met in your field, what attributes do you think are essential for success as an engineer?

#engineering #engineer #biomedical-engineering

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Matthew Jan 26, 2018 578 views

I am thinking about Nuclear Engineering as my major in college. As I am only in 10th grade, what courses should i take in High School

#engineering #nuclear-engineering