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    "Never spend more than 5-7 years in any job"

    Swertel, I think we agree on this issue, just that you have not reached the same point I have. I understand what you are saying. I once felt the same way and still occasionally have those feelings. I share the same priorities. My point is that every time I have changed jobs the novelty...
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    "Never spend more than 5-7 years in any job"

    I can relate to both sides of the argument. I am in my late 30's, so it is somewhere in the middle. I have moved around quite a bit (I am on my 6th employer). I never started a job thinking I would only stay a short time. In fact, most times I honestly believed that I would stay for the...
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    Pole Barn??

    Try reading a book by Jack Sobon: "Timber Frame Construction: All About Post and Beam Building". The book details a traditional mortise & tenon style of construction, but it does have tons of good information from a structural standpoint. It is very descritive on the joinery. While you most...
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    Lack of relay engineers

    I am stuck somewhere in the middle - not too young, not too old. From my perspective, I believe having an understanding of the EM relays provides a solid basis for understanding the system. You cannot agrue the physics of an EM relay. I have too often seen someone think they have a thorough...
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    How many engineers have MBA

    I received my MBA about 5 years after I completed my BS in electrical engineering. I did it part-time while working full-time. I completed the work just before our first child was born. I do not think I could go back and do it now. I find the degree worthwhile for several reasons: 1) It...
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    Coax-to-Fibre & Fibre-to-Coax Converter

    NVT makes a coax to twisted pair converter. We have used it for CCVT nd it works great. I am not sure about conversion to fiber, but they may have something. Good luck.
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    Kyoto and Spin

    Someyahoo - excellent point. I felt this would be the case but did not want to state it unless I had the numbers to back it up.
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    Health benefits

    It seems funny to me that people complain about paying several hundred dollars per month for insurance for themselves and their family, yet they do not think twice about paying for cell phones, cable/satellite TV, entertainment, eating out, IPODS, more expensive vehicles, etc. And don't forget...
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    Health benefits

    Ajack1 - Yes, we Americans are greedy, self absorbed, ignorant and obnoxious. Give me a break. Back to the original issue. Based on numbers from my employer, between 9% and 10% of my salary is for health insurance. This includes prescriptions, dental and vision and is for a family of four...
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    Health benefits

    Life expectancy numbers are great until you are the 55 year old patient that is diagnosed with cancer too late or you do not get treatment at all. As far as the article in the WSJ, I do not recall where the numbers came from. My point is that there is no perfect system. Sure we may pay...
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    Health benefits

    The original post was in regards to employee contributions for health. However, this has turned into a political debate on the merits of various health care systems and I have to add my two cents. True, our system has problems. But so do all the others. Whether you, or your employer, pays...
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    Anyone in this field?

    I once worked for a small forensic firm - mostly fires and electrical accidents. The work was mostly regional. Many of the employees were semi-retired engineers that did not need full-time work. However, there were a few engineers that did it full-time and have since started their own firm...
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    What is it all about...

    Ashereng, You hit the nail on the head! A star for you.
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    Book about High Voltage Insulator

    There are not too many books on this subject. If you want a book on insulator design, materials, testing, etc., then try Outdoor Insulators by Ravi S. Gorur, Edward A. Cherney and Jeffrey T. Burnham . If you are looking for insulation coordination, then try engineering reference books that...
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    Engineers with MBAs

    I have an MBA in addition to my BSEE. I decided to go part time for the MBA while working full time. It took me a little longer, but I got one of my previous employers to pay for it. If you want to work on Wall Street, or move quickly into an executive level position, go for the big name...
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    Power/Teleco Separation

    I have used the positron equipment on numerous jobs. It works very well.
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    Research or industry job ?

    epoisses, A little condescending attitude towards industry? I have worked in several different areas within engineering, including design, maintenance and long range planning. I find the time contraints/pressures and the "on your feet" decision making necessary in O&M very intellectually...
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    What is the value of a Benefits plan?

    Here is my input. I know I will probably raise some heated debate, but here goes: I do strongly agree with the PE issue and licensure . However, in forensics you are not performing engineering design that affects public safety. I would not get all nervous about breaking laws; at least in New...
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    Control Relay Ciruits Learning Kit

    I have not used it but CMH makes a simulator for control circuits. It is called Constructor. They also have instructional material. Good luck. http://www.cmhsoftware.com/index.htm
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    Titles: Engineer vs. Designer

    I think a clear definition of the titles will only help with all in the profession. I can bet that those in the medical field are not discussing the difference between an RN, a physicians assistant, nurse practitioner and doctor. Nor are lawyers debating the difference between themselves and...

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