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re: Re-enrolled at LSU
Posted on 1/8/16 at 9:50 am to ZacharyTiger17
Posted on 1/8/16 at 9:50 am to ZacharyTiger17
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what is the best engineering degree
Mechanical or Chemical
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Posted on 1/8/16 at 9:52 am to ZacharyTiger17
Petroleum Engineerimg baw. Gas will go up eventually, then buy F250 with yeti sticker on back
Posted on 1/8/16 at 9:53 am to LNCHBOX
What degree offers the lowest floor of pay, ceiling; or is it more comparable with all the engineering degrees and it depends what one does with the degree.
Posted on 1/8/16 at 9:54 am to LNCHBOX
CM gets alot of civil/mechanical transfers 
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:04 am to ZacharyTiger17
Congrats on going back, almost everyone I knew who went back after dropping out did well and definitely appreciated school more.
That said, a lot depends on how many course hours you have already completed and what those hours are in. Talk to other students and professors and try to gain a good understanding of what you will need to finish/how long it will take.
Most double majors are a waste of time, I would focus on picking the major you want and finishing that as soon as you can. Even with the other credits you have, a double major might add a semester or two to your degree, get in, do well, and get out!
That said, a lot depends on how many course hours you have already completed and what those hours are in. Talk to other students and professors and try to gain a good understanding of what you will need to finish/how long it will take.
Most double majors are a waste of time, I would focus on picking the major you want and finishing that as soon as you can. Even with the other credits you have, a double major might add a semester or two to your degree, get in, do well, and get out!
This post was edited on 1/8/16 at 11:05 am
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:08 am to ZacharyTiger17
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I'm not concerned with a challenge. I was lucky to be readmitted to LSU, so at this point I'm ready to put my nose down and do whatever it takes to get a great degree. Especially since I'm going to be taking out student loans for a lot of my school.
You'll be fine. Software Engineering will be a highly desirable degree. After college you can venture in fields with employers banging on the door for candidates like
1. Software Development(apps, games, front ends).
2. Database design/programming(back end data storage/reporting/maintenance stuff for EVERYTHING. Everyone uses a database from Walmart to Dry's Pharmacy in Zachary).
3. PLC and DCS programming. THIS IS HUGE down here with all the plant environments. You can make a LOT of money here but I warn you, the hours and on-call are a beyotch.
This post was edited on 1/8/16 at 11:09 am
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:11 am to J Murdah
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Construction Management. Its not too challenging, offers plenty of job opportunities when you graduate
I'm doing that Post-Cert Baccalaureate Program, is that looked at favorably as well? The program is a cake walk, so I'm a little nervous about being thrown into the mix after I finish.(3 classes left)
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:14 am to Kujo
I'm not too familiar with that program, but I don't see how it would be held against you.
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:17 am to BACONisMEATcandy
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If I went back to college it would be for Econ
Im about to graduate with an HR management degree, but i passed all 4 econs with a 96 or above. People failed the frick out of those classes and i never understood why, they were legitimately interesting to me, about as real world scenario in a class as you can get. If id start all over id go for econ also
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:19 am to ZacharyTiger17
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I went to lsu for a few years, had way too much fun, and was kindly asked to leave, so I took a few years off. I'm restarting in less than a week and taking a warm up semester to acclimate myself to school again. When I first went to school i changed majors twice and gained a handful of credits in social sciences(SS Econ/PoliSci.) I'm currently scheduled to major in computer science with a concentration in software engineering; however, due to my warm up semester I have time to determine for sure what engineering degree I want (Computer Science is in the engineering college.) I would greatly appreciate some advice as to what I should consider studying.
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ZacharyTiger17
are you me? lol
If I had a time machine I would like to go back to 1998 and kick my fricking arse. I was a nerd in high school and went to college and "wilded out" I was put on disciplinary probation twice in 1999 and kicked out. In 2001 I returned and had scholastic issues and it was even worse.
I went from being an aspiring Microbiology major, to installing toilet partitions.....
What kills me the most is LSU was only $1200 a semester then, I shudder to think about what it is now. I tried going to UNO and they said I would have to file "academic bankruptcy" to attend. But I have 100 hours.
I went back to Delgado and got an associates in Business but honestly even if I never ever use it, I would like to get my Bachelor's one day.
I wish the best of luck to you fellow Zach, and hope you do well and pay attention this time.
This post was edited on 1/8/16 at 11:21 am
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:20 am to J Murdah
You basically have to have a BS in anything, and then take 6 classes, and you get a Post-Baccalaureate in CM, can walk again and everything.
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Admission into the online PBC in CM require:
Earned Bachelor of Science (or equivalent)
The certificate helps to prepare students who want to take the American Institute of Constructors (AIC) Associate Constructor Level I Exam.
CM 2100 Construction Materials, Methods, and Equipment (3) Principal materials and methods used in building construction, emphasizing common construction systems such as light wood frames, masonry bearing walls, steel frames, and reinforced concrete. Project planning, work methods, materials, equipment and sustainability are also explored.
CM 3110 Construction Estimating (3) Fundamentals of estimating including document review, quantity survey, material, equipment & labor pricing and bid package preparation for construction projects.
CM 4100 Construction Scheduling and Cost Control (3) Fundamentals of planning and scheduling including network-based schedules, resource scheduling, probabilistic scheduling and computer applications. Project control emphasis on goals, flow of information, time and cost control, and change management.
CM 2500 Structural Principles & Practices (3). Statics and strengths of materials; design of ordinary timber, steel, and reinforced concrete for construction applications.
CM 3200 Mechanical and Electrical Systems (3) Systems in residential and commercial buildings; design and construction of building MEP systems with an emphasis on basic terminology, equipment and installation procedures. Management of the complete MEP process, code compliance and quality control.
CM 4210 Construction Contracting (3) Principles and theory of construction company ownership and organization, the estimate and bid process, construction contracts, bonds, and insurance, business methods and plans, management, and administration, labor law and relations, safety, and avoidance of claims.
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:23 am to Kujo
Thats pretty much the meat of it. Network with industry and you will be fine.
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:28 am to ZacharyTiger17
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I'm not concerned with a challenge
Well good luck with a double major, especially if one is engineering.
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:28 am to Napoleon
I was on probation from like 2003 to 2008. Booted thrice, but cleaned my act up in 08 and started making A's and B's. Bringing up a low GPA is tough, and only gets tougher
In my college career, I have already taken around 100 classes and have about 10 more to go
In my college career, I have already taken around 100 classes and have about 10 more to go
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:36 am to ZacharyTiger17
As someone with a CM degree and almost 10 years experience, let me say that it's a very useful degree. The industry wants to hire people with degrees, and lsu has a very highly respected program.
The question is, do you want to get into contracting, project management, and estimating? Do you want to build? In 10 years of commercial, I've built everything from $300k renovations to $40million schools. It's challenging, the pay can be good, and there will always be opportunities especially if you want to travel. But you've got to want to build.
The question is, do you want to get into contracting, project management, and estimating? Do you want to build? In 10 years of commercial, I've built everything from $300k renovations to $40million schools. It's challenging, the pay can be good, and there will always be opportunities especially if you want to travel. But you've got to want to build.
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:49 am to elprez00
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The question is, do you want to get into contracting, project management, and estimating? Do you want to build?
I have a BS in Finance, and have been working for 2 years under the EH&S umbrella in an environmental supervisory and compliance role. However, due to my degree I'm capped in Environmental. So I saw CM as a way to open options being that I now have Industrial exposure.
My guess is that PM or Est. would be the easiest conversion for me.
This post was edited on 1/8/16 at 11:50 am
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:55 am to Kujo
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nder the EH&S umbrella in an environmental supervisory and compliance role. However, due to my degree I'm capped in Environmental.
I have a BS in Kin and M.Ed in Ed. Admin., and I'm and EHS guy. There are infinite positions and safety and the pay is good. Lot's of room to advance.
Posted on 1/8/16 at 11:57 am to TheDeathValley
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There are infinite positions and safety and the pay is good
Safety is a strange gig. Not really a fan of red tape CYA garbage.
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