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Schools Becoming a non-traditional engineering student
Hey everyone, I know I'm not really much of a contributor on the forums, but I'd like to post an update now that I've been back in school for over a year... As of my original post, my life has changed by quite a bit. First, I started a new job working for a company that designs, builds, and...- flat6
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- Forum: STEM Academic Advising
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Schools Becoming a non-traditional engineering student
One cool thing about my local CC is that they have a NASA internship available at the Ames Research Center. That sounds like it would be a great experience. But yes, I'll be taking my math and science classes in a classroom after this summer. I'm just taking the first class online since...- flat6
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- Forum: STEM Academic Advising
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Schools Becoming a non-traditional engineering student
I do find it a little troubling that AE jobs are projected to be in decline: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/aerospace-engineers.htm But the breadth of the coursework for an AE should apply to other fields of engineering as well, right? Maybe? Either way, I still have a...- flat6
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- Forum: STEM Academic Advising
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Schools Becoming a non-traditional engineering student
Thank you for your reply DrSteve! This is exactly the type of input I was hoping for. At this point, I'm extremely motivated to make a career change. If the school I attend is of somewhat less import than my achievements and work ethic, then I think I'm starting on the right path. I have...- flat6
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- Forum: STEM Academic Advising
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Schools Becoming a non-traditional engineering student
Hey everyone, I come here seeking some advice. I'm 33 years old and I hate my job. I've been working in car sales for 6 years now. The money is great, and I used to be really good at it, however these days I just can't find the motivation to keep doing this job. I feel like I'm literally...- flat6
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What inspired a car salesman to pursue a career in science?
Hello, So I guess this is where I introduce myself. My name's Mike, and I currently work as an internet manager/sales consultant at an automotive dealership here in California. I've always been fascinated by science and technology, and I'm most interested in cosmology and physics. I made a...- flat6
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