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Mechanical/ Automotive Engineering

I'm a senior in high school and I realize that there is a pretty good chance I change my mind but for right nowI love physics, math, machines, and cars. I think a degree in mechanical engineering and...

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READ BEFORE POSTING! The (Engineering + FAQ) = Thread

The purpose of this thread is to serve as a general guide for individuals interested in Engineering. Here, you will find general information and common answers that will assist you during your initial...

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Is Petroleum Engineering a good major to get into now?? HELP

I am a senior in highschool and will be graduating and going to college in 2014, and since I was a freshman in highschool I always wanted to be a petro engineer. But as I'm doing more research I'm...

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Math level for engineering

I friend asked advice about a son who is a freshman planning to study engineering at a university with about 1150 average SATs old system. He was placed in precalculus, but failed it and is retaking...

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Does getting accepted into M.Eng. program depend at all on whether you had...

correct me if I'm wrong but I've heard undergraduate research in engineering is not very important at all compared to in say like physics or mathematics. Moreover, it seems logical to assume M.Eng....

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High School Prerequisites for Computer Engineering

Hi all, I'm a prospective computer engineering major applying to schools such as Lehigh, Florida, and Rochester, among some safeties. My GPA (4.3) and ACT (31) are all in line with expectations,...

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Importance of ABET accredition?

how important is ABET accredition? Lets say, I get an engineering degree from an institution whose courses are not accreditated by ABET. Does that mean, I am not termed as an engineer after i GRADUATE....

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How hard is it to get junior status?

I am planning to transfer to a university after community college I was wondering if anybody here has any experience with getting junior status in engineering program after coming from a community...

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Inputs needed from current junior/senior/College student regarding industrial...

My 'D' is interested in doing major in Industrial engineering because she would want to pursue business management later and she thinks that this major would provide her a smooth and meaningful...

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How can a high school student begin to prepare for engineer career?

Hello, Just a student here who loves math and haven't taken physics well yet but I am interested in studying engineering but I have not been exposed to it in any way besides looking online videos lol....

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Stanford or John Hopkins for grad CS?

OK, I just submitted a grad application to JHU and I feel pretty strongly that I will be accepted there. I also found Stanford has a CS program that I can do and from my research if I apply I will have...

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Difference between "Industrial Engineering and industrial Engineering Technology

My first choice school has Industrial Engineering and my second choice has Industrial Engineering Technology. What's the difference between the two and is it a big enough difference that one major lead...

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Master's Degree or Work Experience?

Hi- I'm currently in college but next year plan to transfer to either University of Louisville Speed School of Engineering OR University of Cincinnati to participate in their co-op program. I'd like...

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Is Engineering Different from Engineering Technology?

This is a frequent question for students and parents who may not be familiar with engineering fields. To avoid unexpected loss of time and money, it is best to ask a few questions before selecting a...

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Mechanical vs Electrical Engineering

I am a high school senior debating between these two majors. In high school, I enjoyed both Mechanics and E&M very much so its really tough for me to decide which of the two engineering fields I'll...

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Where to go for Biomedical Engineering?

I am currently a high school senior trying to figure out where to go that would best suited to working in the field of BME. I have been admitted to Purdue and UW Madison and also am waiting on a...

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Would it be bad to attempt this?

Hello! I'm a senior who wants to major in mechanical engineering and ultimately become a professional engineer. Throughout school I've taken a lot of engineering prep classes (like IB Comp Sci,...

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Applying to grad school

I started a similar thread last year but I'm hoping to get more information. My S is majoring in Civil with a specialization in environmental engineering. He will be graduating next January and is...

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Switching from Business to Mechanical Engineering?

Hello, I'm struggling with the decision to stay with my business degree or switch to engineering. I'll provide some background information to help explain my situation...I'm sorry if this is long! I am...

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Best Bachelors in Engineering Programs, per CollegeChoice.net

Here's another web site, CollegeChoice, with a list of the top 50 engineering programs (with graduate programs) in the US. They don't go into detail about their ranking criteria, but they rank MIT at...

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