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TSEC 35: The State of Structural Engineering in Higher Education

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In this episode of The Structural Engineering Channel Podcast, we talk to Drew Dudley, P.E., SE, Vice President at Dudley Dunham Engineering and a lecturer at Texas A&M University, about the state of structural engineering and higher education.

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Higher Education

Higher Education

Higher Education

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Drew in This Episode:

  • The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)  and Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) formed a committee for the reform of structural engineering education. What is it and what is it focused on?
  • Are there any measures or actions that the committee is taking to change the masters course to a more practical course, rather than a research course?
  • Do you think that the 20-year plan is on track, as it is already 40% into the duration of the plan?
  • Is it better to do a co-op with one company or multiple internships with several companies?
  • Do you have any tips for students who are looking for co-ops or internships?

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TCEP 073: Civil Engineering Career Navigation Advice from a Young Engineering Manager

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Civil Engineering Career Navigation Advice from a Young Engineering Manager

Career Navigation

In episode 073 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I talk with Shaun McGrath, P.E., CCM, a successful young division leader at a successful civil engineering company about career navigation through the early portions of your engineering career.

Here are some of the questions I ask Shaun:

  • Talk about internships and how they have helped you.
  • Tell us about the importance of different civil engineering career paths.
  • Talk about stumbling blocks and learning from them.
  • Is there a specific experience that you can recall that you learned something valuable from?
  • Tell us about the importance of finding a mentor.
  • Tell me more about networking.

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Career Navigation

Career Navigation

Here are some key points discussed on civil engineering career navigation:

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