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Retired Civil Engineer
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Luke Feb 21, 2017 737 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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Maria Mar 12, 2017 1360 views

What made you decide that a career in STEM was a good fit for you? What (or who) in particular influenced this?

I am asking this due to my curiosity about what causes individuals to pick their career paths. #college #engineering #science #technology #tech #stem #women-in-stem #women-in-tech

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Maria Mar 12, 2017 5410 views

What is the 1 book you would suggest everyone reads in their lifetime?

I'm making it a personal goal to read for 30 minutes daily again, and am looking for some quality material. Anything related to science, technology, or woman's history are very interesting to me. #college #engineering #science #technology #tech #women-in-tech #reading #women-in-engineering #books

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Britney Mar 12, 2017 6069 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 9033 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 689 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 1083 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 911 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 830 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 765 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 826 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 716 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 921 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 915 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 1239 views

What are the benifits of engineering?

I want to become one #engineering

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Ryan Oct 30, 2016 3588 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 696 views

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

I want to be prepared. #engineering

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Jacob Oct 27, 2016 983 views

How could I find myself working at a place like the Department of Defense or NASA?

Working for either of those two institutions would be a dream come true, especially if I could make it to NASA. I want to contribute to humanity's quest for space travel. #engineering #aerospace #nasa #dod

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Michael Oct 26, 2016 935 views

Is there a lot of money in engineering

I wanted to know because I want to be finically stable #engineering

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Tristian Oct 28, 2016 753 views

Empolyment Marketability

What is more important in the job market; college brand or internship? #engineering

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Tristian Oct 28, 2016 838 views

Engineering

Is it strategically more advantageous to specialize in an engineering field in undergraduate, or should specialization be pursued when studying for a master degree? #engineering

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Deborah Oct 22, 2016 1114 views

What is the basic level of math needed for an engineering career?

I am interested in engineering as a possible career choice. #engineering

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Cole Oct 29, 2016 796 views

Which college classes are you most thankful for taking while majoring as an engineer?

I know that there will be many challenges in college for those who pursue the path of an engineer. With that in mind, I want to take the right courses in college that will prepare me to become the most successful in my future. #college #engineering #classes

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Gabriella Oct 22, 2016 1217 views

What is the most popular engineering field?

I am very interested in the engineering field, I would like to be a corrosion engineer when i grow up. But at this point in my high school career, I would like to try and explore other engineering fields. #engineering #mechanical-engineering #civil-engineering #stem #chemical-engineering...

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Jessica Oct 31, 2016 1029 views

How many years of schooling is needed for an engineering degree?

im helping a friend #engineering

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Savannah Oct 19, 2016 712 views

How often do Electrical Engineers with a Bachelors degree attempt to return to school to acheive a higher degree?

If I am able to see how often Electrical Engineers return to college, I can understand the competition in the career field. It would also help me to plan ahead to consider a higher degree. #engineering #electrical-engineering

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Lauryn Oct 20, 2016 961 views

How hard is Engineering?

I'm nervous that it will be something I wont want to do. I just don't want to be super stressed. #college #engineering

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Jacques Oct 31, 2016 791 views

What is most exhilarating about doing research in college?

I am going to try to do a lot of research in college, and I was just wondering what others thought about it. #engineering #stem-education #renewable-energy

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Alyssa Oct 23, 2016 1272 views

Where in the United States are the top companies for aerospace engineer?

Google searches are very subjective by the companies all claiming to be the best. Any real employee can show me the truth. #engineering #electrical-engineering #aerospace-engineering

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Kenneth Dec 01, 2016 1277 views

Im passionate about anatomy (Particularly Nervous, Endocrine, Respiratory) , biology, engineering, and computing. I am a sophomore in high school and have very little of an idea as to where to go or what career is right for me. Any ideas?

I recently have been thinking a lot about the future and what I should aim for after high school gets done. #engineering #medicine #biology #computer #surgery #biotechnology #anatomy