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<p><i></i></p></div></div></div></div></header></div></body></html>";s:4:"text";s:37195:"more >>, Askreddit is for open-ended discussion questions. However, a lot of job ads ask for either EE or CS, or sometimes EE or CS or equivalent. Sure, the sentries are really fun, but you have to watch out for spies and demomen. [â]alle0441Electrical - Power PE 6 points7 points8 points 7 years ago (2 children). Pick an engineer from the list of volunteers below and send him or her a PM indicating that you would like to conduct an interview: and join one of thousands of communities. Serious posts No misleading or sensationalized titles. And with the demand for systems engineers steadily increasing, having a masterâs degree will not only show that you have the proper knowledge credentials, but it will also give you an advantage in future salary negotiations. You have no idea where you will be in 10 years time. This. Lead-in comments are encouraged to provide context to the readers. Guide to Shadowlands Engineering in World of Warcraft, including how to level from 1-100, new bombs, goggles, blasters, belt enhancements, d benefits of the profession like Engineering-only perks. It is common among engineering students to complain how hard the course is, and that we are all so tired of studying. jk, [–]martin_henry 0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (0 children). [–]batpony 0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (0 children). Itâs worth pointing out that not every recruiter or hiring manager will care about a computer science degree. May 2016 in Engineering Majors. REDDIT and the ALIEN Logo are registered trademarks of reddit inc. π Rendered by PID 13251 on  r2-app-045dee458891bc9c0  at 2021-02-10 15:36:24.377976+00:00 running 7f916aa country code: PL. If you make it costly and tedious to employ engineers in the US, Intel will set up design centers somewhere else. Be substantive. Redditors who live in places where it snows in winter, can you describe what that is actually like for those of us who have never experience it? Questions about current engineering projects you are working on, how to interpret codes and standards, and industry practices are all encouraged. Definitely take the FE. I am a consulting engineer and I passed the test in April. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. e.g., a mechanical engineer that manages a production operation. [–]iamapilot94 0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (1 child), [–]smooshie 3 points4 points5 points 9 years ago (0 children), I know, but the question was vague and I'm bored and had a crappy day :D, [–]Qender 60Answer Link5 points6 points7 points 9 years ago (0 children). [â]daytonatrboMECH E 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (1 child). The problem is that the term "engineer" encompasses so many specialties and industries that it is almost pointless to register as a PE in some fields. People who have been bullied in their childhood, how did that effect your life? [–][deleted] 30Answer Link2 points3 points4 points 9 years ago (0 children). If so, why? But next week I'll probably be motivated again - my work is really interesting most of the time. Compared to my friends with Arts degrees who... work in a call centre... work as a waitress... unemployed... unemployed... unemployed... [–]sincere-participant 0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (0 children). Engineering degrees require a lot of work in advanced math and physics classes. Engineering is awesome. Consulting is what the test was designed for. [â]1wiseguy 3 points4 points5 points 7 years ago (0 children). But whether the extra challenge, time commitments, cost etc. Turns out design creep and units of measurement have been causing problems since the 1620s ... UAE'S 'Hope' Space Probe reached Mars successfully! If it's something you enjoy then by all means go for it. When I first started my job, I asked everyone I met if I should pursue the FE. Worst case you take the FE and never take the PE. Is Your Degree Worth It? [–]Mobidad 100Answer Link9 points10 points11 points 9 years ago (0 children). Consider, the titles "Registered Nurse", "CPA", or even "Licensed Massage Therapist". I get to make shit that goes into space! </u> found the articles, information, and resources on this page helpful. The engineering profession should also require licensing for every one of it's practitioners, but it doesn't. People who can get out of bed in the morning with energy and without feeling like death, how do you do that? [â][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (1 child), [â][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (0 children). Can someone please explain to me the benefit of becoming a PEng other than pay? I work for a PE that stamps the drawings I produce, so yeah, its definitely worth it in my field to have one. Master of Science in Systems Engineering provides a broad education and opportunities for students to design engineering systems, solve operational problems, and shape organizational structures. 1) A majority of engineers are employed directly by manufacturers. I have an engineering degree and I actually have a real person job, like with a health plan and a retirement plan. It's challenging, but depending on what field of engineering you focus in it can also be very creative too. Reddit Professional Engineers, was it worth it. If you get a liberal arts degree, your career options will be more limited unless you finish an advanced degree. [–]holysnapson 20Answer Link1 point2 points3 points 9 years ago (0 children). I am now in a position to ask for a raise, and if I can't get it at my current firm I can switch companies and make it worth it. i'm 27.. and work in mining as an Electrical Engineer.. studying a masters in Engineering Management part time as well.. almost done with that.. Ive worked on mine sites for the last 5 to 6 years and make close to 200k a year.. i'm practical and hand-on and enjoy what i do.. i've worked on everything from design, project management, construction through to commissioning and operation.. i get a lot of satisfaction out of finding solutions and seeing a project complete.. i was shit at uni.. but I was practical.. good with tools and cars.. etc etc.. UVA is just fine for engineering. Best of all, I love my job, it's great. So get your FE and PE. Read about the difficulties of different engineering majors. If you're not particularly interested in it, and just want a lot of money, chances are â¦ [–]yetanothernerd -1 points0 points1 point 9 years ago (0 children). Work hard, go to class, ask questions. If so, you have to keep in mind that the US competes with other countries in engineering design, something that doesn't happen in law and medicine. [–]mozaa 30Answer Link2 points3 points4 points 9 years ago (1 child). This sounds like a ploy to control the supply of engineers, and thus drive up wages. The demand for distance learning has prompted universities and colleges from around the world to partner with learning platforms to offer their courses, trainings, and degrees to online learners. However, that won't last. After 10 years in your industry the PE will likely be pretty easy for you, but the FE might just be a bitch. What is the definitive book for DSP engineering? A computer engineering major should definitely feel free to â¦ Your thoughts/responses to the question can go in the comments section. If so, how did you over come this? Limit the use of engineering jokes. Are the majority of the people in that position PE's? 2) Many engineers are employed in positions that have no bearing at all on public health, safety, and welfare. Not at a huge engineering school though (UVA). [â]mechtonia 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (5 children). Right now that stuff is fresh in your head, or at least fresher. Wait what? Get an ad-free experience with special benefits, and directly support Reddit. On its face, it is a description of every gainfully employed engineer on the planet. use the following search parameters to narrow your results: If you see any post or comment that violates these rules, please report it so the moderators can respond in a timely manner. Two tests that together cost ~$400 and maybe a couple hundred in study material and maybe 50hrs of study time. This popularity isnât only a one-sided thing, however - an increasing number of companies and employers are searching for people who would be competent in the above-mentioned fields.. It's cheap, requires nearly no studying and lasts the rest of your life once you pass. more >>, Soliciting money, goods, services, or favours is not allowed. Your earning potential is good with a bachelors as compared to other fields of study that may require a graduate degree. There are additional considerations to examine when looking into getting an MS in Engineering. [–]rell66 10Answer Link0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (0 children). [–]bynes21 1 point2 points3 points 9 years ago (0 children). I took the FE because my school strongly encouraged it. It's one thing if the careers that require knowing hard math pay more, that is fine; but if the fate of your friends reflects any kind of lasting trend I think our system (assuming USA) is in trouble. The only reason not to have universal PE requirements are to accommodate engineers that otherwise couldn't pass an exam of the fundamentals of their field and to provide the companies that employ us with more leverage in terms of controlling our work and careers. Forgot my scientific calculator at home, took the first half (the general discipline portion) without a calculator, still finished with more than half the time left and ultimately passed. An MBA at a storied institution such as Harvard or Stanford will easily run you above $60k per year. Perhaps youâre wondering if Coursera is the right learning platform for you. The term "engineer" is diluted by its frequent and broad use. Are you asking if the endless parties, throngs of women at your feet, and mountains of drugs are worth it? Deciding whether a master's degree in civil engineering is ''worth it'' is a very personal decision. Consider where you'd like to work. I can also attest that within the consulting world, the PE designation definitely brings with it some prestige. Any information and stories would be appreciated. It doesn't get easier though. [–]PhatZounds[S] 0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (6 children). Just something to think about (I'm an EE from VCU!). Our profession grows stronger with each engineer that earns their PE regardless of whether or not it is required in their career. Depends on what field of engineering. If yes, what was your dream? Get an ad-free experience with special benefits, and directly support Reddit. The cost of attaining that coveted acronym is no mere chump change. Is it possible that some of the people still listed as missing from 09/11 were actually not in the building and took advantage of the opportunity to vanish and start a new life? [â]musicnerd1023Chemical (Design Firm) 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (0 children). I am a mechanical engineer and my education has made me more aware of the world I live in and the way it became the way it is. Is a double major worth the time and investment? Career I've been trying to decide what career I want to pursue and Engineering really interests me but there's alot of other careers in my area that not only pay more and have far lower bar of entry to get into IE; Bachelors degree but â¦ In the last few years, online learning platforms and massive open online courses have grown in popularity. There are many different ways that you could learn and study your topic of choice: traditional education, tutors, self-teaching, or even online courses. [–]crackrock_dude 0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (0 children). Everybody knows that if you carry those titles that you have successfully completed some gauntlet and they can have a reasonable degree of confidence in your competence. [â]daytonatrboMECH E 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (0 children). I'm an ME with a PE and have never stamped a drawing. (self.engineering). I'm an engineer and I have yet to work a 60 hour week. [–]mikebearpig 0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (0 children). As far as UVA not being a "huge engineering school" I don't think that is a really big deal. more >>, Mod posts © 2021 reddit inc. All rights reserved. [â]EventualCyborgMechE - Materials/Structures 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (0 children). Biomedical Engineering worth it? How does the engineering profession grow stronger when an engineer earns a PE? One of the most basic analyses for balancing out the worth of the all-mighty MBA comes down to dollars and cents. After graduating, I was unemployed for 7 months while looking for a business job until my engineering degree finally bailed me out and got me a job... [–]mikebearpig 20Answer Link1 point2 points3 points 9 years ago (7 children). Engineers are paid well, always in demand and it's a rewarding and constantly challenging career, so it's definitely worth it. DIY CNC Milling Machine Part 10 - Power Supply and Control box wiring, Computer engineering, civil engineering and entertainer, entrepreneur. Why? © 2021 reddit inc. All rights reserved. [–]haplo_and_dogs 40Answer Link3 points4 points5 points 9 years ago (1 child). Can I levitate somthing with magnets wich are not spinning to a height of 20cm? [â]1wiseguy 7 points8 points9 points 7 years ago (2 children).  The lobbying capability of the manufacturing community is many times larger than the engineering lobby. found the articles, information, and resources on this page helpful. ThePatsGuy 0 replies 1 threads New Member. In the discussion on Reddit where Burberry responded Kestral Lowing made a very good point. Here is a copy/paste of my standard licensure rant: Here is the skinny on engineering licensing. The other learned professional (e.g., medicine, law, etc) require every practitioner to be licensed. Every single person told me not to waste my time or money on it. Is going into engineering worth it? Holier than Thou: Precision Holes by Drilling, Boring, and Reaming, MIStructE Senior Structural Engineer London UK. What country do you work in? You can make a nice career for yourself with a bachelors in engineering. The main role of mechatronics involves integration and initiation in the design process. It would be detrimental to the manufacturers for every engineer to be licensed. engineering degree only requires an undergraduate education. The words "easy" and "engineering" don't go well together, if it was easy, anyone could do it. use the following search parameters to narrow your results: You must post a clear and direct question in the title. The disciplines include electrical engineering, computer control, mechanical engineering, and information technology. Once you are looking for jobs, being an engineer really just means that you are a problem solver. Mechatronics blends a variety of technical disciplines to create functional and adaptable products. Is it normal to feel like everyone secretly dislikes you, being your friend only out of pity or kindness? Having to study engineering for 4 years? On the other hand, "engineer" is a title thrown around so loosely that even the guy that unclogs your hotel drain is an "engineer". more >>, Comment replies consisting solely of images will be removed. [–]migaro 20Answer Link1 point2 points3 points 9 years ago (0 children). more >>, [Serious] tagged posts are off-limits to jokes or irrelevant replies. People overplay the effort required to get one. I could have just as easily stayed in engineering and done fine with my bachelor's, but it wasn't for me so I chose to get some more education. Can confirm, FE was super easy. PUBLISHED. I'd say becoming an engineer is definitely worth it. All the fun, none of the safety! I get asked whether the International Baccalaureate program is "worth it" every year, and it's one of those questions with no obvious general answer. [–]AirDevil 0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (0 children). As someone from a country where masters degrees in engineering are not only available but necessary... what? If you work in an industry that does not require or even recognize the PE, there is no incentive. Pipe/flange combination that can support 300 ft*lbs of torque. I work fly in fly out.. so i work for 9 days straight 12 hours a day.. and spend 5 days off.. its a good life if u ask me.. do it! Here is a copy/paste of my standard licensure rant: Here is the skinny on engineering licensing. No questions on "how something works" â try r/AskEngineers. Silly not to take it. This includes YouTube channels, blogs, etc. [–]engineeringiswhatido 20Answer Link1 point2 points3 points 9 years ago (1 child). In my opinion the cost to attain PE status is minuscule and may come in handy if your career path changes later down the road. Electrical/Mechanical/Civil are pretty mobile but Nuclear/Aeronautical are generally going to work for utilities and government. Is an MBA worth it in 2020? Once you build up some work experience, the school you went to becomes less and less important. Is it worth what? Just be prepared to be putting in more hours than some of your friends in the short term. My rule of thumb on it is that if you are working in an industry where you can screw up and kill people, it is good to have a PE. [–]1wiseguy 10Answer Link0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (0 children). Consider for example "CPA's" or "Physicians" or even "Barbers". In my opinion, it did not require much time nor money to get the PE. Completed projects, destructive test results, and unique machinery and hardware are all acceptable and encouraged. People who take massive war crime level dumps in public bathrooms but don't flush. I have worked with many engineers at huge companies ranging from Boeing, NASA, US Navy, GD, DARPA, BAE, Halliburton and many others. For example a Chem E would most likely not fare well as a Mech E.  Likewise an EE would not do well as a Civ E.  They might all be "registered professional engineers", but that does not flow across specialties. I'm a lawyer but my undergrad was in engineering, and it was nice to have the option of whether to go to law school. 9051. The title may contain two, short, necessary context sentences. Not saying that you would forget all of those things, but more than likely there will be some portion that you have utterly lost in 10 years of non-use. It includes courses in engineering management, the science and business of system thinking, management of innovation, leadership management, Thank you. General rule of thumb for all disciplines: If you're working full time and you're not sure if passing the PE will be with the effort, then it's probably not worth it. Breaking news What are you studying? The ME portion of the test probably wouldn't have been much fun without a calculator, though. We need a title such as "RPE (Registered Professional Engineer)" or the UK's "Chartered Engineer" or something similar to clearly distinguish the classes of engineers (licensed vs. non-licensed). [â]dudemanbro08 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (0 children). Get articles and stories picked just for you. My thought with engineering has always been that you need to study something that is interesting to you, but it also needs to be in a field that has translatable skills that don't rely on market fluctuations. A hacker changed the chemical levels in Florida City. No posts about the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Rendered by PID 13251 on  r2-app-045dee458891bc9c0  at 2021-02-10 15:36:24.377976+00:00 running 7f916aa country code: PL. There is no downside (other than failing the test in which case you shouldn't consider yourself an engineer in the first place) and there is upside for both you and your profession. I do R&D for sensors that are used in military, aerospace, G&O, etc. Become elite, become an engineer. Go for it. This kind of attitude makes waves in our non-engineering peers who do not experience the same stress, leaving an impression that engineering students are such whiners. Meghan Brown. All of those hours studying late at night, and times spent doing homework instead of going to parties, has finally paid off. You can become an engineer with a bachelor only? Whoopty-do not a loss really. My Boss always complains about how lecturers are all talk but when it comes to designing an actual thing, it's totally impractical. more >>, Mods reserve the right to remove content or restrict users' posting privileges as necessary if it is deemed detrimental to the subreddit or to the experience of others. Because computer engineering is not as common as EE or CS, it will not be listed explicitly in as many job ads. DO NOT DO IT. Thinking about going into Mechanical or Aero. Do engineers and technical professionals with advanced degrees feel greater job satisfaction? Personally I favor a change in terminology. My suggestion is that you think about a product or sector that you find interesting and see how engineering plays a part with that, then see if that is something you could see yourself in. A few years ago I tried to move away from my engineering job so I went back to school to get my MBA. more >>, Posting, or seeking, any identifying personal information, real or fake, will result in a ban without a prior warning. Aug 14, 2018. If employers and customers don't perceive any extra value for a PE, then what good is it? âImagine the horror as this worker watched their own mouse cursor being moved around the screen by an invisible hand. Share. I went to one of those prestigious engineering schools and now I work with a bunch of guys who went to state schools. Dammit everyone is beating me on jokes today. What caused you to burst in to uncontrollable laughter? [email protected]) is intended for graduate students who desire to: a) obtain jobs in which computer network operations knowledge and skills are required; b) continue an education Various IT-based professions are seeing a rise in popularity. Was it worth it. Work-life balance is unfortunately one of those things many neglect until it is too late and too much has been sacrificed in the interest of priorities that turn out â¦ Then seeing it click open and adjust the electronic dials to poison the water.â. [–]PhatZounds[S] 0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (0 children), Probably not, there are a lot of us. It'll be much more difficult to take later in life. [–]martin_henry 1 point2 points3 points 9 years ago (1 child). No low-effort one-liner comments, memes, or off-topic replies. Maybe Systems. [â]TurbulentFlowME 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (0 children). For what it is worth, you should not be ashamed or embarrassed to give consideration to long term career satisfaction. These titles unambiguously convey that the person has special credentials and is a member of a specific class of professionals which operate under specific regulation. Reddit Professional Engineers, was it worth it? It honestly baffles me that some people can be interested in optimizing chemical flow processes. Individuals searching for Is a Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering Worth It? Megathread NOTE: Asking for help on homework will result in an instant ban. 5. [â]slowbieEE - Power Systems 19 points20 points21 points 7 years ago (0 children). are "worth it" has toâ¦ Crowdfunding: Must be relevant to engineering and submitted as a self-post (not a link). [–]carlos382 40Answer Link3 points4 points5 points 9 years ago (5 children), [–]Red_AtNight 11 points12 points13 points 9 years ago (4 children), [–][deleted] 2 points3 points4 points 9 years ago (2 children), [–]Red_AtNight 2 points3 points4 points 9 years ago (1 child), [–]carlos382 1 point2 points3 points 9 years ago (0 children), [–]fdrymgr 40Answer Link3 points4 points5 points 9 years ago (3 children). I just graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Washington, and landed a badass job right out of school. However after some personal research I did on my free time I've read that people with BME degrees struggle to find jobs in what they want. Where do you want your career to go? The engineering profession should also require licensing for every one of it's practitioners, but it doesn't. I work for my state's Water Board and all the engineers are licensed (it is required to advance in title and pay). Why did you not go back for it and what did you do with the shoe that you didn't lose? Was it worth it. Also, freshman?! Now that I'm in the workforce, no one i work under has their PE so my time here won't even count towards getting it. Letâs step back: The value of business school has been diminishing for a while. [–]J4N4 10Answer Link0 points1 point2 points 9 years ago (2 children). Yes, if this is your passion, then it definitely is worth it. 4 points5 points6 points 7 years ago (0 children). The other learned professional (e.g., medicine, law, etc) require every practitioner to be licensed. I graduated with a Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering in 2012 at an accredited university and have currently started work in the aerospace industry as a Materials and Process Engineer. Unfilter. 3) Unlike the other learned professions, an engineering degree only requires an undergraduate education. At the very least, do the damn FE. All sources are subject to moderator evaluation. Itâs becoming clear that an MBA degree in 2020 is a risk thatâs simply not worth it. [â]mechtonia 5 points6 points7 points 7 years ago (1 child). mother of god...I'm a freshman E-Schooler at UVA too...do i know you? Have you ever dreamed so hard that the next day you thought your dream was reality? If you don't like the studying, you probably won't like doing it for a career. LISTEN TO STORY. Rendered by PID 28241 on  r2-app-0a6790810afe22756  at 2021-02-10 15:36:26.541542+00:00 running 7f916aa country code: BR. The workload for students is intense, is it worth it? Ex-Google Tech Lead shares the pros & cons of a graduate degree for software engineers. I figure putting anything positive on my resume is a good thing, but at the same time I have not met a single person at my job that has gotten it and don't want to waste my time on something that won't help my career. Engineering Education and Job Satisfaction. But "Professional Engineer" is a much more ambiguous title. I have heard mixed opinions about how valuable becoming a PE can be and wanted Reddits opinion on whether I should pursue taking the FE exam or not? No self-promotion or blogspam. You are allowed one submission, and you must be active in the comments to answer any questions. What infamous "Plot Hole" is just the result of the audience not thinking for more than ten seconds? If the industrial exemption was abolished and all degreed engineers had to pass the PE, the profession would enjoy a higher degree of prestige. If they are, then it is probably a good idea to attain the title. [â][deleted] 4 points5 points6 points 7 years ago (0 children). It depends on whom you ask. Do you love math and building things? [â]PromptCritical725Electrical P.E. I have never met someone with a PE. In recent years, costs for higher education have well outpaced the rate of inflation, and the MBA degree is no exception. Welcome to Engineering.com. You have plenty of time to decide if the PE is worth it, but either way you'll have the FE. A master's degree is often required for promotion to management, and ongoing education and training are needed to keep up with advances in technology, test equipment, computer har Yeah, if you are asking about usefulness in regards to getting a job in the future and building up usable skills, those are legit fields to be looking into. 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