Jas Added Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 2:16 AM Is civil engineering or environmental engineering better for urban planning? Currently, I am thinking about declaring a major, but I am stuck between civil or environmental engineering. I've always had a passion for helping the environment but more so in urban planning/studies. I don't really know which engineering would be more geared towards urban planning and, thus I am stuck choosing between these two majors. I am also really interested in transportation as well, and I'm also interested in ways to reduce pollution in our atmosphere. Answers 1 Nina Astillero, ERM Answered Monday, April 14, 2025 at 12:21 AM The best fit depends on your emphasis: choose Civil Engineering if your primary drive is designing the core physical systems with environmental protection as a key component, or Environmental Engineering if you're more drawn to the specific pollution ...
Amber Brown Added Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 10:36 PM I am struggling finding my niche in engineering, I love the math aspect but also love the environmental and public aspect. I am currently majoring in civil engineering with a 3.7 accumulative but math Is my thing and I don't get tired of it. I found that choosing the project management aspect of engineering limits me to be more in charge than doing the technical aspect of things. I want to make a difference in this world, but am starting to worry that engineering is limiting in that retrospect. I want the civil aspect of our world to grow more environmentally conscious but don't find the environmental engineering ... Answers 1 Fathima Lamya, SADC Answered Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 11:41 AM Your love of math and environmental impact within civil engineering is a powerful combination. Consider specializing in areas like: * Water Resources: Heavy math, direct environmental impact. * Geotechnical: Sustainable materials and modeling. * ...
Kayna M Added Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 8:08 PM How do you get an environmental engineering internship as a freshman? I'm going to University of Texas at Austin this fall and I'm an environmental engineering major. I don't have too much experience in this field, but it feels like all my peers have already gained experience. How can I get an introductory level internship and learn more about the industry? Answers 1 Kassie Grimes, Department of Energy Answered Friday, October 18, 2024 at 4:06 PM Hi Kayna, First of all, it's great that you're already thinking about opportunities to get more experience this early in your engineering career - well done! In my experience, securing an internship as a college freshman can be challenging, but not ...
Crystal Asiaw Added Monday, December 26, 2022 at 8:35 PM How do civil/environmental engineers help with global warming and climate change? Answers 2 Julia Lopez, Turner Construction Answered Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 8:56 AM I am currently working in Contruction management with my civil engineering degree, and we frequently build LEED and Envision certified buildings. These buildings become certified by making sustainable choices. If you choose to go into construction, you ... Margaret Byron, Penn State University Answered Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 11:49 AM Hi Crystal-- there are lots of ways! Some civil engineers focus on infrastructure, like designing buildings, dams, roads, and bridges. They might focus on lowering energy requirements, increasing resilience to natural disasters, or improving integration ...
Jeremiah Marcos Added Saturday, August 11, 2018 at 3:46 AM thinking about majoring in civil engineering I have a general idea of what a civil engineer does. Before you majored in civil engineering, did you know a lot about what they do? Answers 3 Julia Lopez, Turner Construction Answered Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 8:43 AM I had no idea what civil engineering was. I went to college as an engineer but hadn't declared which engineering major I wanted to do. I kind of just ended up falling into the major and I love it. There are SO many amazing career paths you can go down in ... Yamini Grover, Fugro Answered Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 3:36 PM Hi Jeremiah! I had no clue what civil engineering was up until secondary school. It was when I had to finally decide what majors to choose for my bachelor's degree that I googled about all options I had. I just knew that in civil engineering courses, I ... Kara Kockelman, University of Texas at Austin Answered Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at 12:35 PM Fabulous question! Honestly, I had almost no idea what civil engineers do when I was in high school. I simply found math and physics not as ambiguous, open-ended and subjective (and thus difficult, for me) as writing essays, and not as memory-intensive ...
Jocelyn Added Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 3:30 PM How do you pursue a career involving chemistry and healthcare as an environmental engineering major and what are the best paths to get there? I am currently a junior and just switched from chemical to environmental engineering, and am struggling if I made the right decision. I am really interested in chemistry and biology and ultimately want to go to grad school to study genetics or something to do with medical research. I switched because I was not interested in the industry side of chemical engineering (like refineries and food production) and it seemed like most of the higher division classes were focused on industry. I wanted a ... Answers 1 Margaret Byron, Penn State University Answered Monday, February 12, 2024 at 9:31 AM Hi Jocelyn, Yes, there are lots of opportunities in environmental engineering to impact health! The one that comes to mind for me immediately is water quality. Plenty of environmental engineers spend their time picking through problems of managing (for ...
Sean Thieshen Added Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 11:48 AM Which degree in Engineering should I pursue? Hello, I'm the Chief Engineer at my building currently. Prior to that position I had 10 years of HVAC commercial/residential service and installation experience. I'm looking to get my degree in HVAC Engineering Technology and Energy Management but it isn't accredited by ABET. Would I be better off pursuing a mechanical engineering technology degree that is ABET accredited? I'm looking to get into energy consulting. HVAC building system design and selection. Answers 1 Andrea Gonzalez, Collins Aerospace Answered Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 10:55 AM Hi Sean, Unfortunately I am not familiar with the energy consulting requirements. I would suggest you make an appointment with a degree counselor in the school you are looking to get your degree from and ask all these questions. They should be able to ...
Joey Added Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 10:25 PM What type(s) of engineering should I consider if I want to have a positive, lasting impact on the environment? I am currently working as a registered nurse but feel the good I do for other people is just too small. I am considering a degree in global health and/or a degree in some type of engineering where I make significant and lasting changes on the world, specifically the environment and those in need. Answers 1 Janine Baijnath-Rodino, UCLA Answered Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 5:22 PM Thanks for your question. It is good to see how passionate you are about making a global impact. I believe it is that passion you have that will drive you to make long lasting global changes whether in the healthcare of engineering profession. If I were ...
...... Added Saturday, July 1, 2023 at 3:18 PM How do I decide which branch to take in engineering? I'm interested in a lot of engineering branches and am having trouble picking one to pursue. Answers 1 Katarina Obradovic-Sarkic, Oracle Answered Thursday, July 6, 2023 at 7:36 AM In order to decide which branch to take in engineering, I would think about what causes and subjects motivate you. For example, if you are interested in medicine and helping find new medications, you could study bioengineering/biomedical. If you are ...
Andreana Antoniou Added Monday, January 16, 2023 at 7:32 PM Any suggestions for best resources/websites to learn about the most common computer programs used in civil/environmental engineering? I am about to go into college as an engineering major. What computer programs do civil/environmental engineers use most? Is there any resources such as websites or online courses to enroll in that teach you the basics of those online programs? Please help! Answers 2 Charlene Borja, Eastern Western Connection Answered Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 9:46 PM As someone who is inclined in the "Design and Build" part of engineering our top most used programs here specifically in my place of work are Planning stage: Autocad, Sketch up, Revit, Photoshop Design stage: Staad, GRASP, Excel. For websites on a ... Kassie Grimes, Department of Energy Answered Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 4:54 PM The computer programs will vary depending on the university/college, course, and company you work for. I recommend learning how to use Microsoft Excel since it is one of the most common programs used and it also functions as a place to store datasets ...
Rosanna asked Felicia Guerrero Green, Collins Aerospace Added Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 10:15 PM I'm interested in getting an engineering degree but I'm not sure where to start ??? how did you figure it out? I'm interested in getting an engineering degree but I'm not sure where to start ??? how did you figure it out? I've been an automotive technician/mechanic for years and am looking to go back to school for engineering. I have always loved science and fixing and building things. Not sure which direction to go in. Answers 1 Felicia Guerrero Green, Collins Aerospace Answered Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at 5:26 PM Hi Rosanna! Thanks for the question! Figuring it out is what engineers are trained to do. We are problem solvers. Being that you are an automotive tech/mechanic, it sounds like you will have a lot of the foundation of tearing a problem down to is basic ...
Crystal Added Monday, January 2, 2023 at 3:10 AM What is the difference between Civil and Environmental engineering ? What kind of person should pick either Civil or Environmental? I know for certain that I'm interested in environmental stuff but I don't think it's my passion, and that's why I'm kind of confused about my major. I currently am a civil major, I also know I want to help people, especially people that live with bad infrastructure. I want to help bring people together with engineering. Answers 1 Krista Karns, Verizon Answered Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 3:51 PM The lines between Civil and Environmental Engineering can be blurred. I know at Syracuse University where I went 25 years ago the two majors had many of the same classes and projects. Granted, things have changed since then, and at various schools there ...
Carly asked Leila Akello Gonasa, National Environment Management Authourity (NEMA), Uganda Added Monday, December 21, 2020 at 2:41 PM Is it possible to get a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science then get a master's degree in Environmental Engineering? I'm looking at different colleges and a couple of them offer environmental science, but not environmental engineering. Is it feasible to get a degree in environmental science then transition to environmental engineering for grad school? I'm wondering if I take certain electives or something maybe the transition would be smoother? Or are they different enough that I should prioritize environmental engineering exactly when I'm researching schools. Thanks so much for your help! Answers 1 Leila Akello Gonasa, National Environment Management Authourity (NEMA), Uganda Answered Friday, April 22, 2022 at 4:24 AM Yes Carly, it is very possible! The concept of study is related and the course units studied at Bachelors of Science give one enough grounding and theoretical concepts to Master in Environmental Engineering.
bella asked Ruth Gay, NV5 Added Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at 1:59 PM Have you ever been hurt on the job? Is energy engineering dangerous? Answers 2 Donna Hull, Verizon Answered Monday, January 24, 2022 at 4:03 PM Your sub question: Is energy engineering dangerous? The short answer is yes! But the knowledge based answer is no! Any type of work can be dangerous if a person doesn't respect and comply with safety protocols. In an office and stores heavier items in ... Ruth Gay, NV5 Answered Friday, January 21, 2022 at 4:36 PM Safety is very important in every company I have worked for. I mostly work at a computer, with the occasional on site visit, so the job is fairly low risk. When I am onsite I take care to follow that site’s safety procedures and wear the PPE appropriate ...
Miley asked Ruth Gay, NV5 Added Sunday, November 28, 2021 at 8:29 PM Is your job easy? What do you do? Answers 1 Ruth Gay, NV5 Answered Friday, January 21, 2022 at 2:36 PM I don’t think I would say my job is easy. However, as you grow in your career you learn new skills over time, and the better you are at those skills, the more effective and efficient you will be at your job. My job may not be easy but it is something I ...
Capt asked Kelly Anne Fay, University of Ottawa Added Sunday, August 1, 2021 at 3:12 PM Can you switch from biomedical engineering to environmental sciences? I've done my bachelors in Biomedical Engineering but I've always had this longing interest to study environmental sciences and related studies. Will my BME degree make me eligible for postgrad studies in Environmental Sciences. Answers 1 Kelly Anne Fay, University of Ottawa Answered Friday, January 7, 2022 at 5:25 PM I’m so sorry I didn’t see this sooner! I really think that so much of your BME will transfer to grad studies in Environmental. You would certainly have an advantage in the eco-toxicology sub discipline! As a first step, take a look at courses in ...
Amidia asked Tehya Stockman, University of Colorado Boulder Added Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at 2:21 PM Any tips on how to stay the course? Hi! My dream is to become an environmental engineer. But I keep having issues staying the course. Are there any engineers here who have tips on how to stay the course? I have a bachelors of arts in environmental studies. But now going back to school at 30. It???s daunting knowing I???m starting so late. How do I find a mentor so I can get advice on how to set realistic goals and discuss tips for motivation? Any help would be terrific! Answers 1 Tehya Stockman, University of Colorado Boulder Answered Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 3:51 PM The main tip I have is to remember your "why." Why do you want to become an environmental engineer? I get anxious about starting a research project that I do not think I have the expertise for or taking another course. But when I remember my "why" I feel ...
HJ asked Krista Karns, Verizon Added Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at 11:06 AM Coding in environmental engineering? I've been thinking that I want to be able to code while working as an environmental engineer. Would there be specific fields/industry where environmental engineers use programming languages frequently? If so, how do you apply them to your work? Answers 1 Krista Karns, Verizon Answered Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at 3:36 PM All fields will be able to utilize data analytics skills (i.e. python). The more you're able to use historical data alongside forecasting models the better off you'll be in many cases. While I have an environmental engineering degree I've worked at ...
Bianka asked Agatha Kim, AECOM Added Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 4:02 PM How do you work? Do you do you work mostly in-person? Via computer? Paperwork? Answers 1 Agatha Kim, AECOM Answered Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 4:54 PM I'm so sorry I missed this question. It's so late and you've probably already gotten your answer, but I work in front of a computer screen most of the time, answering emails, reviewing reports, designing and checking construction plans. I love going ...
Elizabeth asked Kassie Grimes, Department of Energy Added Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at 12:02 AM Will not being a fan of science classes be a problem? I love math and am proficient in it but I am not the biggest fan of science courses even though I can do well, will this be a problem in the future? I'm 16 and am thinking of studying environmental engineering in college because I'm very earth-conscious and would love to know I'm making a difference to help the planet. I'm an A-level student and do well in all of my classes, however, I do not enjoy biology or chemistry classes at all! Do you think this will affect my ability to like what I'm ... Answers 1 Kassie Grimes, Department of Energy Answered Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 10:33 AM Hi Elizabeth, Thanks so much for your question! My short answer is: no, that should not be a problem. As long as you enjoy solving problems in both creative and analytical ways – you will enjoy being an engineer! My longer answer is: It’s true that ...