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I'm trained in energy policy, not physics or engineering. How much physics and engineering knowledge do you need to know on this site?
None, as long as you don't post personal theories. As long as you're asking questions based on actual science, you'll be fine.Delta Force said:I'm trained in energy policy, not physics or engineering. How much physics and engineering knowledge do you need to know on this site?
Delta Force said:I'm trained in energy policy, not physics or engineering. How much physics and engineering knowledge do you need to know on this site?
You need no knowledge to read the posts. But please think twice before you post, how educated are you on what you are posting? What value will your post add to the discussion? Even if you have a question, you should have links to the source of where your question came from. You might want to spend a bit of time reading threads first to see how posting is done.Delta Force said:I'm trained in energy policy, not physics or engineering. How much physics and engineering knowledge do you need to know on this site?
Yes, it would very likely be QUITE helpful for his profession, but that wasn't the question. He asked what he needs to know to join the forum and that does not require what you specify.phion said:As far as I know, you may need a degree in a topic such as electrical engineering. A sub-discipline like power systems might help quite a bit in understanding "energy policy".
phinds said:Yes, it would very likely be QUITE helpful for his profession, but that wasn't the question. He asked what he needs to know to join the forum and that does not require what you specify.
phion said:As far as I know, you may need a degree in a topic such as electrical engineering. A sub-discipline like power systems might help quite a bit in understanding "energy policy".
Post if you feel you have a good knowledge of the subject being discussed. Always back up what you post with the sources for that information so that we can all see what you are referencing.Delta Force said:Energy policy is actually its own field. It focuses more on the economic, environmental, regulatory, national security, etc. factors of energy than the science and engineering though.
newjerseyrunner said:Specific knowledge of a science is not needed. Just a clear understanding of what the scientific method and the difference between peer reviewed and non-peer reviewed sources.
“The wind kills all your birds. All your birds, killed. You know, the environmentalists never talk about that.” - PEOTUS. You don't happen to work for this man do you? He could use some real science in his energy policy.
Bipolar Demon said:How can you be any kind of commentator on energy without having SOME physics training ? Most of the energy and environment degrees have a solid amount of physics from modules that contain topics like thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, optics mechanics etc
The required level of physics knowledge for engineering varies depending on the specific field of engineering. Generally, a strong foundation in mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, and waves and optics is necessary.
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It is not always necessary to have a degree in engineering or physics to have a career in engineering. However, a strong understanding of physics principles is essential for success in the field.
While it is possible to learn some concepts of physics and engineering on your own, it is recommended to have formal education and training in these fields. This will provide a deeper understanding and practical application of the principles.
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