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Terry Coyne

Chemical Engineer (Retired)
Architecture and Engineering Occupations - Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Durham, North Carolina
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Michael Jun 28, 2023 535 views

Should I do consulting?

I'm an Industrial Engineering major and thinking about going into consulting, but im worried I'd be missing out on something if I don't take a more technical role. Am I limiting my career options by moving directly into consulting and not starting in a technical role first?

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Kyle Nov 14, 2019 597 views

What is involved with petroleum engineering?

#engineering #engineer #career

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Brian Jan 11, 2019 654 views

What type of math do Engineers have to study?

Do engineers need to know Geometry? Algebra? Calculus? Or is it all of above? #engineering #math

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Anna Jul 10, 2018 1718 views

What courses do you have to take/recommend taking in high school and college to become a successful chemical engineer?

As a rising junior I’m already taking 4 AP classes, including AP Chemistry, but I’m not sure if I should be taking AP Physics and AP Biology senior year to set up my path for becoming a chemical engineer. #chemicalengineer #highschoolcourses #AP #engineer #chemical-engineering #course-selection...

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Brooke Apr 05, 2018 957 views

What is the best college to go to for engineering?

I was curious to see what would be the best choice for me.

#engineering #college-advice

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Jason Jan 16, 2018 913 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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Sebastian Jan 23, 2018 2996 views

How competitive is the chemical engineering field?

#chemical-engineering #chemical-engineer #engineering

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Paige Sep 01, 2017 1113 views

Does the FBI or CIA like for an employee to have a certain major?

If I go into the FBI or CIA, do I need to take certain classes in college. Can I major in a field like engineering or business and still get the job, or is there a specific major they are look for when hiring? #criminal-justice #business #engineering

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Yared Oct 19, 2016 928 views

What Engineering major pays you the most?

I'm planning on taking mechanical engineering, and I don't know if that would be a good path for me or not. #engineering

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shamel May 15, 2016 1188 views

what are the fundamental skills needed for a career in chemical engineering ?

i am interested in going into the field of chemical engineering. what exactly are some of the major classes i will have to take? what is a good college to attend for this program? #engineering #career-counseling #chemical-engineering #chemicals

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Erik Oct 22, 2016 918 views

What kinds of collage subjects should i try taking first for my degree?

I'm trying to go into chemical engineering (maybe even general chemistry) but I have only a basic idea of what class subjects I'm going to have to take in order to fully understand my field. If anyone can give me advise on what types of classes to take my freshman or sophomore year I would very...

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Kellen Oct 25, 2016 2543 views

Describe a day in the life of a Chemical Engineer at work.

I am a high school senior and am looking into possibly chemical engineering. I was hoping to hear from several different CEs to determine the array of opportunities it might have as a career. #engineering #engineer #chemistry #chemical-engineering #chemical-engineer #chemical

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Jhony Mar 01, 2016 1372 views

What classes should I expose myself on my first year in college if I am into Mechanical Engineering?

Hi my name is Jhony and I have been accepted into the College of Holy Cross as an early decision applicant. At an early age, I noticed that I was into how machines function and what causes them to function differently. I am a senior at Achievement First Brooklyn High School and I want to be...

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Scarlett Feb 27, 2015 6017 views

Where do chemical engineers work ?

Where can a chemical engineer work other than lab ? And what is the job description ? I want to know what are the criterias and the characteristics of a chemical engineer (personality, passions, style,.. ) to see if this agree with mine because I am studying chemical engineering but I don't...