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    Current Engineering Salaries

    DonMcC, thanks a million for your post. I often have debated whether to pursue a skilled trade or an engineering degree. I feel the work of an engineer would be more interesting but other factors, like the ones you mention always has kept me inclined to stay away from engineering. I currently...
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    Current Engineering Salaries

    Hi to all, I am curious for those that are liscensed engineers, what is the salary like? Is it true, skilled tradesmen earn more than an engineer? If so, that is strange considering an engineer would more then likely be the project leader with skilled trades people reporting to them. All...
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    Question about ageism

    Thanks Rick, Is there a lot of engineering task being outsourced today? Would you recommend any other areas which cannot be outsourced. For instance what about construction work with respect to an electrical engineer. Thanks for you input you made me feel a bit better about my situation. It...
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    Question about ageism

    I have a question about ageism in the work place. I will be 34 when I graduate and I haven't as yet picked a major as am finishing first year. Will age be a issue with employers and are there any employers or firm owners who could give some advice on landing a decent job. I do have a fair bit...
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    Career propects for older Grad

    Hi, I will be 33 or 34 when i complete my undergrad at a canadian university. I do have some industrial experience and lab experience, will my age hurt me and what can I do to make myself more attractive to potential employers. Regards
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    Career advice needed!

    I have a question with respect to age. I am 31 years old and I am considering finishing my eng degree. I will be 33 or 34 years old. I do have some industrial experience and some lab experience. I am worried about my propects due to my age. Any info will be greatly appreciated. Regards

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