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Peter Sturtevant

Retired Civil Engineer
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Kent, Washington
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Jorge Oct 28, 2016 940 views

How did you choose what you want to specialize in for civil engineering?

I was told that in civil engineering you have to specialize in a specific field so my question is how you decided which was right for you?

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Yoshi Oct 21, 2016 940 views

What is the field of engineering that will be in demand the most for the next 10 years?

I know I want to go into engineering, but I am still somewhat unsure about what field of engineering. What would be the best field of engineering to go into that has a higher job growth rate? #engineering #career

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Nathan Oct 28, 2016 3281 views

Do all civil engineers have to work outside in all conditions?

I am wanting to be a civil engineer but not necessarily wanting to be exposed to all elements while working. #engineering #civil-engineering

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Tyler Oct 26, 2016 1193 views

How did you become an Engineer?

In more detail, I would like to know what degree you were going for and why it interests you, as well as how much scholarship money you received and how you got it. I would also like to know if being an Engineer is worth carrying a bunch of stress. One more thing, if you could redo things in...

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Allison Oct 30, 2016 994 views

What is school like for a person that is actively pursuing an engineering degree?

How many classes per day does an engineering student attend and how many days a week? Also, how many hours of homework on average per day is there? #engineering #engineer #college-student

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Tyler Oct 26, 2016 1086 views

Should I take AP courses next semester or take college courses online?

I'm asking this question because I am not sure if it will benefit me to take college courses in high school to save money, or take the harder AP courses. I want to do what will benefit me the most to become an engineer. #engineering #science #technology #math #physics #mechanical-engineer

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Jon May 16, 2016 1033 views

How can I make the most of my creative side in engineering? What would it take to get into the design sector?

Former USC music graduate looking to graduate from USC's Viterbi School of Engineering #engineering #design

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Abigail May 12, 2016 1346 views

What is something that you've learned as a engineer that you didn't learn in school?

Hi! I am Abigail, and a high school sophomore. I am looking into colleges that I can apply to, to major in engineering, because I think that is what I would like to be in the future. Although school teaches you a lot, there are some things best learned through experience. I'm wondering what are...

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Shaye Oct 21, 2016 1069 views

What are some challenges that women in the field of engineering may have to overcome?

As a female entering college to study engineering next year, I am curious what kind of obstacles or challenges I will be facing in my college years and career since engineering is considered a predominantly male profession. #engineering

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Shaye Oct 21, 2016 1090 views

What are some study tips for engineering courses?

I know that studying engineering can be very difficult and time-consuming and that it will be very different than what I am used to in high school. I am looking for any studying tips and tricks to make my transition from high school courses to engineering courses as simple and painless as...

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Shaye Oct 21, 2016 1138 views

What are some tips for impressing employers in co-op and job interviews?

Since co-ops and jobs will be very important to my future beyond college, I am looking for any advice to make a good first impression on possible employers in interviews. #engineering #job-application

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Randal Tyrese Oct 19, 2016 4177 views

What is the best Engineering field to go into?

I want to major in Engineering but I am on the fence about what concentration/field that I should go into.

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Ericka Oct 21, 2016 765 views

What are the best schools for engineering?

I am a high school senior who wants to pursue a career in engineering. #engineering #science

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Taylor Oct 20, 2016 2160 views

What are some skills required to be an engineer that typically aren't thought of?

I'm asking because I want to have an edge against other future engineers. #engineering #mechanical-engineering #software-engineering #civil-engineering #personal-development

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Meadya Oct 20, 2016 1041 views

Is it best to have a master's degree or bachelor's for civil engineering?

Some say you can get a bachelors and some technical training. But is it best to get a master's as well? #engineering #civil-engineering