Find out what the licensing regulations are where ever you are. If you can get licensed with your tech diploma, it's probably not worth the trouble, but laws are wonky. In my state, a graduate from an ABET accredited program needs about 4 years experience to get his PE, someone from a non abet grad needs 12 or so. But a non abet-grad also needs a couple of years of experience just to take the FE, which the abet-grad doesn't.R.Wong said:Hi, I'll be graduating this year obtaining my Civil engineering Technology Diploma, but i wasn't sure if i should go back to university to get a degree in civil engineering. Is an extra 4 years worth all the trouble? Would the pay be that much of a difference? Couldn't a Civil Tech make as much as a Civil Eng with many years of experience.
story645 said:Find out what the licensing regulations are where ever you are. If you can get licensed with your tech diploma, it's probably not worth the trouble, but laws are wonky. In my state, a graduate from an ABET accredited program needs about 4 years experience to get his PE, someone from a non abet grad needs 12 or so. But a non abet-grad also needs a couple of years of experience just to take the FE, which the abet-grad doesn't.
I don't know what that means. In the United States, you need a licensed engineer to sign off on a construction project before you can build just about anything.R.Wong said:Does license means you can stamp?
story645 said:I don't know what that means. In the United States, you need a licensed engineer to sign off on a construction project before you can build just about anything.
Your profile says that you're in Canada, and looks like the regulations there are similar to the states. engineering in Canada info sheet
Check the Canadian labor bureau, and job postings online, but from what I'm finding in the states, engineers almost always make more than technicians at the same level.R.Wong said:If that's the case would the salary between the two P.Eng and P.Tech be similar? =/
story645 said:Check the Canadian labor bureau, and job postings online, but from what I'm finding in the states, engineers almost always make more than technicians at the same level.
A diploma in civil engineering is typically a 2-3 year program that focuses on the practical application of engineering principles and prepares students for entry-level jobs in the field. A degree in civil engineering, on the other hand, is a 4-year program that includes more in-depth theoretical and technical coursework and prepares students for higher-level positions and advanced studies.
It depends on the specific program and institution. Some colleges and universities may accept transfer credits from a diploma program towards a degree, while others may not. It's best to check with the institution you plan on attending for their specific transfer policies.
Both a diploma and a degree can lead to successful careers in civil engineering. However, a degree may provide more job opportunities and potential for advancement, as it offers a more comprehensive education and a deeper understanding of the field.
A degree in civil engineering will typically include courses in mathematics, physics, mechanics, structural analysis, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, and construction management, among others. It may also include hands-on laboratory work and a final capstone project.
Yes, many degree programs offer specializations or concentrations within civil engineering, such as structural engineering, environmental engineering, or transportation engineering. This allows students to focus their studies and develop expertise in a particular area of interest.