Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
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The princeton review has posted a write up on what it means to be a structural engineer. This is a service that many high schoolers use when looking for a career. At best it is unflattering - at worst it is flat out wrong:
http://www .princeton review.com /cte/profi les/dayInL ife.asp?ca reerID=151
They have already been notified to this effect and are revising it now, but I thought you might be interested in what it said before they pull the link.
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They have already been notified to this effect and are revising it now, but I thought you might be interested in what it said before they pull the link.






RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
Strange, most of the structurals I know are primarily employed by civil/structural firms or others. Their duties usually concern design of structures, but may include inspection of construction.
All I can say is a big, fat "WTF." This came from Princeton? Boy, those Ivy League Restrooms certainly have seen better days.
This is the worst part:
"Many structural engineers have a construction background, and they return to this field when they leave their jobs as inspectors. They become construction managers, materials purchasers, architectural assistants, and consultants to worksites."
"Architectural assistants"? Sure... I suspect that the author of this article is a architect who had been beaten up by structural engineers too many time and wanted some revenge.
RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
I happen to be an engineer closely involved with inspection, but I've always had the impression I'm a rarity, considering that the PE process is geared toward designers.
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RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
They're talking about Site Safety Inspectors.
Eegits.
RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
...oh yes it does!
RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
WillisV - you mentioned that they are revising it "now". I would think we here could come up with a good working definition if they need one.
RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers
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RE: Definition of Structural Engineer for High Schoolers