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Danni Apr 12, 2018 1273 views

Is "drafter" a still-used position at engineering firms? What skills does a drafter need?

For example, if you were going to a college with vocational courses, would it make sense to try to pursue something that prepares you to become a drafter? Are engineering firms still looking for people to handle just drafting, or do they only want engineers? If they are, what are the...

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Melissa Mar 18, 2018 697 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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Mackenzie Jan 18, 2018 3076 views

Do I have to take physics in high school to be a successful engineer?

Unfortunately, I decided on my major late in my high school career. Because of this, I did not take physics in high school, but want to be an engineer in the future. Should I be dissuaded from the field if I did not take physics in high school? And is high school physics a necessity to...

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Christopher Jan 22, 2018 1047 views

How important is it to have a graduate school degree in the engineering work force?

I will be attending college as an engineering major, and I don't know if I want to pursue a graduate degree or not. I was wondering what percentage of the engineering work force only has undergraduate degrees and what percentage has graduate degrees. How significant is the job difference...

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Molly Mar 27, 2018 1355 views

How can a women thrive in a male dominated field?

I am going into engineering. I understand that my college classes and workplace will be dominated by men. I would like to know how I can assert myself and no be intimidated. #engineering #women-in-stem

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Sage Mar 17, 2018 1322 views

Would an engineering career allow me to travel?

I am planning to major in chemical and biomedical engineering. Do these fields allow for a lot of remote work, which would let me travel frequently while on the job? Otherwise, do careers in those fields ever require much on-site work in other countries? #engineering #biomedical-engineering...

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Tyler Jan 22, 2018 933 views

Where is the majority of Mechanical Engineering jobs in the US?

I plan to major in Mechanical Engineering, and I would like to know where the best place to look for jobs in this field afterwards. #engineering #mechanical-engineering

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Matthew May 27, 2016 1481 views

Is the field of renewable energy in the focus of solar energy a diminishing career field, or exapanding?

I've thought about a career path focused on renewable sustainable energy in the focus of solar energy, but all research suggests that solar power is a very inefficient means of powering our grid at this point in its age of advancement. #engineering #solar-energy #solar

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Emelia Jan 16, 2018 743 views

What's the best path to take while pursuing engineering at a liberal arts school?

With dual-degree programs and different partnerships at colleges, I'd like to know more experiences in getting an engineering degree at a liberal arts college. #engineering #liberal-arts #women-in-stem

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Jenah Oct 24, 2016 1292 views

How can I continue to stay creative within the workplace?

Due to my interest in engineering, I need to keep my mind in the imaginative state, and continue to be creative. How can I practice these concepts in the workplace? I am aware will have to explore this on my own, or with peers, and continue to better myself in order to prosper in the workplace...

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Abdalla Jan 16, 2018 654 views

Which states are cheap and excellent(strong and competitive) for Mechanical Engineering

I am a student in the US and my major is Mechanical Engineering. I am attending college right now and will be transferring next fall to a 4-year institution. I am looking for a school that is affordable to me and at the same time has strong reputation and accreditation in its Engineering...

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Albert Dec 01, 2016 1273 views

How important is GPA in college?

I am a sophomore in college, and the classes I have been taking have been pretty tough. I'm always studying to try to stay ahead of the curve, and the professors usually give harder tests that warrant lower averages. In the field that I am interested in (Computer Science), I have doing well,...

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Kyerra Oct 19, 2016 685 views

If I go to a high School that has STEM will I have better chances of going to a top university

I'm a worry wort and am worrying about college admissions. #doctor #engineering #science

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Nagesh May 04, 2016 1187 views

Is engineering good for my future or not?

Because I heard that engineering is stressful so I'm confused on whether to take that or to not. #engineering #engineer

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Clio Jan 16, 2018 723 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...