What Do Civil Engineers Do and is Civil Engineering a Good Major?

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  • What do Civil Engineers do and is Civil Engineering and good major? Hey guys, I know this isn't my typical genre of video but I wanted to put this up for all the kids out there that are thinking about pursuing Civil Engineer as a career. The points in this video are strictly my opinions so remember that when making your decision.
    I first briefly discuss the 6 main emphasis within Civil Engineering and a little about what they do. Then I talk about the pros and cons of Civil Engineering based on my experience through college and actually working as a Civil Engineer. If you guys have any questions please feel free to leave them down in the comments!
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  • @jjbuckner
    @jjbuckner  6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

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    • @hectorbustos8075
      @hectorbustos8075 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you necessarily have to get a civil engineer degree to work in the construcción field ?

    • @otischance9144
      @otischance9144 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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      I was dumb forgot the login password. I appreciate any tips you can give me.

  • @jcepri
    @jcepri 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I'm a career counselor in a community college. I have to say that your video is well done and very comprehensive. Most career exploration resources focus on the positive and will simply state that a career in [insert occupation here] can be stressful. It's nice to get a balance of pros and cons.

  • @gerithilech7399
    @gerithilech7399 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you. My son is thinking of this as a possible major and how you presented this is exactly what he needs.

  • @MattDouglas_INFIN8INCREASE
    @MattDouglas_INFIN8INCREASE 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It’s awesome that’s you’re a CE and investor/trader. Hoping to be in your shoes soon! 👍🏾

  • @JoseHernandez-gi3ly
    @JoseHernandez-gi3ly ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this video! This was a great video. I liked how it was broken down and explained.

  • @JoCMbaye
    @JoCMbaye 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you very much. Your video boots up my motivation in civil engineering

  • @ferasabughalioun6239
    @ferasabughalioun6239 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I truly appreciate every single thing you said about this major cuz i actually got my bachelor degree in civil engineering and did a 3 months internship but after all got me thinking too much about the lifestyle of it....

  • @angel757512
    @angel757512 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Really good video, really appreciate it because I’m wanting to go back to school and become an engineer and your insight was very helpful. So thanks and keep up the good work bro

    • @OscarMartinez817
      @OscarMartinez817 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alejandro Ramirez I don't agree with college on my personal standpoint but glad to see this so keep it up bro & go for your dreams 💪🏼

    • @jjbuckner
      @jjbuckner  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Alejandro, I’m glad this helped you out brother. Engineering is a great degree if you are willing to put in the work. If you ever have any questions, let me know!

  • @huntmine2343
    @huntmine2343 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for this video! Current sophomore in Civil engineering at Iowa State and you're giving me the strength to push through.

  • @charlesdaka8749
    @charlesdaka8749 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your advice sounds genuine, thanks

  • @CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom
    @CentsibleLivingWithMoneyMom 6 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    This is so interesting. I did not know much about Civil Engineering.

    • @jjbuckner
      @jjbuckner  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks Money Mom. How’s that debt free life treating ya?!

  • @ralphbroeils1760
    @ralphbroeils1760 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What I really liked about civil engineering is that its never boring. I did civil grading plans, slope stability, stormwater floodplain hydrology, stormwater and sanitary piping, ditch flow, river and feeder hydrology/hydraulics, much more. Same with structural engineering. So much to explore with different materials, different loads, etc. Also design for industrial, power generation, commericial, educational, rail facilities, etc. I held a license in several states until my retirement in 2016. I loved my work, a rewarding and satisfying career.

  • @clintysibbs3411
    @clintysibbs3411 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for this video , I was in a really bad spot about career choice but am pretty confident now I can work with something

  • @merdi_bakembo2562
    @merdi_bakembo2562 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much, this was really helpful.

  • @zaid6142
    @zaid6142 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This video really helped

  • @natturefrk
    @natturefrk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I am much too old to start pursuing something like this, approaching the big 40, but was just curious because someone else was talking about it. I say that this was job well done. I think it gives enough info to get the basic idea of whether you want to do something like that or even want to pursue it. Also Im glad that I never went after computer engineering..... I am not a problem solver. I tend to create them

    • @bad2thenucleus
      @bad2thenucleus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Too old to pursue a degree or job in civil engineering? If yes, you're not too old. I started my schooling / bachelor's at 39 and landed a civil engineering job after graduating. The market seems to be in quite a demand for civil here in Washington state.

    • @simyk810
      @simyk810 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bad2thenucleus Truly inspirational, well done to you. Would you advice someone with more than 10 years of experience in road safety work and a masters degree in project planning & management to go for a Civil Engineering Diploma at 37? Is it worth it? The aim here is to spent the next 10-20 years as a professional in the transport sector as a road safety expert.

    • @bad2thenucleus
      @bad2thenucleus ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@simyk810 Thanks. As far as your question, does the “road safety expert” position require an engineering degree? With already having ~10 years experience in this department, I would look into getting to your desired position via work experience and movement within the company… if this is absolutely not possible, then go the degree route… but this will set you back or put you on hold for 4-7 years.
      For me, schooling was about learning and not just for a job. So schooling took precedence. I didn’t care what it took or how long… I’m fact, I was making good money as a kitchen & bath designer, but I forewent the money for knowledge.

  • @whoareu-podcastaboutlifeat257
    @whoareu-podcastaboutlifeat257 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Currently getting a BBA, but engineering was always an interest for me. I love your input on specifically civil engineering JJ!

    • @jjbuckner
      @jjbuckner  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s awesome man! How much longer do you have till you graduate? I’m glad you enjoyed it. I wasn’t sure too many of my subs would really care about this subject. I mainly wanted to get the video out there for anyone looking to become an engineer and searching for advice.

    • @whoareu-podcastaboutlifeat257
      @whoareu-podcastaboutlifeat257 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      In the future, I'll be making a video going into detail about my background, but I'm entering my junior year!

    • @jjbuckner
      @jjbuckner  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I will be lookin forward to that. Love getting to know everyone a little more.

    • @harrasmansoor4098
      @harrasmansoor4098 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jjbuckner @10:20 62-63k $ per month or yearly ?

  • @anthonychampagne6239
    @anthonychampagne6239 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thank you man. I'm trying to figure out life

  • @thesage1096
    @thesage1096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    8:48 i feel you with that one man, truth.

  • @tubemelly24
    @tubemelly24 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The most fun in civil engineering is bridge construction!!! All the action is being a field engineer!!!

  • @bimaarta8300
    @bimaarta8300 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Youre awesome, i like this video

  • @nattietekletsion7461
    @nattietekletsion7461 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    thank you 🙏🏾 future construction engineer here

  • @jackeki7689
    @jackeki7689 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very interesting 😊

  • @albertoviscencio7425
    @albertoviscencio7425 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Can you explain more of your current job construction management?

  • @nathan8472
    @nathan8472 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    sophomore civil engineer major, thanks for the video.

  • @mohammadeqbalpopal3974
    @mohammadeqbalpopal3974 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    he said truth, it wastes alot time during the study compared to other deciplins. and less people get job in major. and less pay

  • @heather9112
    @heather9112 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thankyou it helped me

  • @imaniemdala3136
    @imaniemdala3136 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I'm a Geological Engineering students, but I've always wanted to be a civil engineer, if Allah (God) allows, I'll probably do my master's in Civil Engineering (transportation). What advice would you give me?

    • @mrdoge1655
      @mrdoge1655 ปีที่แล้ว

      It would probably be a better idea to just look for a civil engineering job after you graduate as most job requirements include similar fields to civil and this would give you an enormous advantage to others as you will already have work experience

  • @akumablood1509
    @akumablood1509 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I was born to be a Civil engineer

  • @TheStevojl3
    @TheStevojl3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hey JJ,
    I was wondering whether you had an opinion on a Construction Management degree compared to Civil. I'm at a point now where I might have to pick one or the other and I am not sure which one to pick. From what I understand, Construction Management is a narrower scope and basically managing construction jobs (Coordination, scheduling, estimating), while in Civil Engineering you can do the same but you also have the ability to delve into design. What are your thoughts?

    • @mixe
      @mixe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Have you chosen one by now? If so, could you tell me what you chose and why? I'm currently in a similar place as you and would appreciate some advice.

    • @vanessalinn3287
      @vanessalinn3287 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What did you end up choosing?

  • @Cain35
    @Cain35 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s crazy I’m thinking of going to S&T (I live in Missouri)

  • @z06cali29
    @z06cali29 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m working on my civil engineering degree at the moment, I’m excited to graduate next year

  • @kattline7398
    @kattline7398 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am currently a senior in highschool (have 2 weeks to decide for college) and I am wondering if it were possible, after acquiring a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineer, could I transfer to a different college to earn a masters in architecture? And then become a liscensed architect?

  • @mrchembe5051
    @mrchembe5051 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My men 😎🔥

  • @albertoviscencio7425
    @albertoviscencio7425 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Whats the difference between construction engineering and construction manager?

  • @linkanfiliteku2429
    @linkanfiliteku2429 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks bro

  • @willthomas7950
    @willthomas7950 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It might be a boring major to some but it is needed.

  • @alstoncerejo6884
    @alstoncerejo6884 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey....I just joined civil engineering....But after the bachelor's degree ...Is ms or mba better for a good pay upto 80+k as a fresher ....I am more into construction side ....Not in designing

    • @jjbuckner
      @jjbuckner  5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I have neither.. I personally don't think getting your ms or mba is worth it unless your company wants you to get it (and pays for it).

  • @Sharpshooter111
    @Sharpshooter111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I hope to become a surveyor civil engineer and eventually a project manager, maybe even for my own company. Surveyor sounds like a good balance between field work and office work

  • @killa-xe2me
    @killa-xe2me 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I heard deadlines are the worst part of the job because of stress but how long do you usually have for the projects themselves? Also are there benefits like vacation days?

    • @afacelessname1378
      @afacelessname1378 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Stress and deadlines is applicable to a lot of careers, it's part of life.

  • @festusaugustine3513
    @festusaugustine3513 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is cool

  • @mohymenmaytham971
    @mohymenmaytham971 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm just afraid of the classes I have to take... idk if I'll like it and idk what back ups to choose

    • @lpphillyfan
      @lpphillyfan ปีที่แล้ว

      Construction management or environmental science could be good backups if you like those subdisciplines of Civil.

  • @fortuneh1851
    @fortuneh1851 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    More problems means more money. I hate an environment where there’s no problems to solve.

  • @Shahdmehmetahmet
    @Shahdmehmetahmet 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I m in my second year of civil engineering bachelor's degree i just don't know if I should choose structural or traffic

  • @chrismarklowitz1001
    @chrismarklowitz1001 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love problem solving

  • @lustrals1273
    @lustrals1273 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am currently studying electronic engineering, but I am not very passionate about it. Also I am not a big fan math. I was wondering if civil engineers use as much math as electronic engineers.

    • @sameed4976
      @sameed4976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Not as much no. Elec requires a lot greater maths levels as it is directly correlated to theories. Civil is much more real world application so lesser maths but maybe a bit more mechanics and statics

  • @zaid6142
    @zaid6142 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Hey man,
    How much does a civil engineer makes right out of college.🤷‍♂️

    • @Alesedit
      @Alesedit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      55-70k

  • @MG_PLAY5
    @MG_PLAY5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What are the requirements to become a project/construction manager ? Is a civil engineering degree required ?

    • @tepid8143
      @tepid8143 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      yes or a construction engineering and management degree

  • @Mike-bq9fn
    @Mike-bq9fn ปีที่แล้ว

    Is the math hard and what types of math do you mostly deal with

  • @replylul
    @replylul 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’ve never been great at math that’s what pushes me away from engineering and architecture, although i love architecture.

    • @Jack-il9ck
      @Jack-il9ck ปีที่แล้ว

      Architecture has nothing to do with maths tho

  • @albertoviscencio7425
    @albertoviscencio7425 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are construction engineers the ones that sign off projects and get payed and stuff?

  • @michaelk9030
    @michaelk9030 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I doubt you're going to see this but I am currently going to school as a engineering student and I was wondering if you could help me with some tips on school and studying hobbies?

  • @AA-salehbazyad
    @AA-salehbazyad 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    my questions
    what is civil engineer in usa
    i thought project management work and construction site engineer are both consider civil engineer.
    i am civil engineer coming to usa.
    they told me that i have to get FE exam to work as civil engineer.
    but what if i want to work as project management or site engineer, do i have to get the FE or it is only for stractur engineer...
    i fell that all civil engineer in the end became project manager. so why dont i jus jump and work as project management so woth experience i became project manager.
    thank you

  • @brando8733
    @brando8733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So I need to study civil engineering to become a construction engineer

    • @maxolson8249
      @maxolson8249 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Some schools have construction engineering and construction management degrees. But if not you would need to do civil.

  • @AlexHernandez-xh8ei
    @AlexHernandez-xh8ei 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I want to get into civil but I lack the math foundation since I didn’t pay attention much in high school

    • @lalew2
      @lalew2 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You could math again at community college

  • @charlottesmith891
    @charlottesmith891 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    What is the job of an environmental engineer in all of this? I’m thinking of doing a joint 4 yrs (one extra year) in architecture and environmental engineering. It accredits you in engineering and architecture. What are my potentials after I do this?

    • @charlottesmith891
      @charlottesmith891 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m only 17 and have no idea what I wanna do with my life. I like physics and textiles but mainly the environment

    • @ivdee
      @ivdee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      charlotte smith if you haven’t done so try and get work experience in didnt areas do you know what the job will actually be like, also what I do if I don’t know what I want to do is list down everything I don’t want to do and then you will be left with potential things you may like. Do these two things and you will atleast have a general idea of what to do
      Hope it helps, think about taking a year out after you finish secondary school/high school and then find what you want to do.
      You don’t want to finish a major/degree and then start working and find out you don’t like it.

  • @albertoviscencio7425
    @albertoviscencio7425 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So construction engineer is more like leading and managing the project not much of designing?

  • @linkanfiliteku2429
    @linkanfiliteku2429 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I need more advices from you

  • @jrmx2s.787
    @jrmx2s.787 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Which is harder to study, civil or mechanical engineering??

    • @gameboy2539
      @gameboy2539 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mechanical

    • @lpphillyfan
      @lpphillyfan ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Civil is designing stationary objects, while mechanical designs things that move. So Mechanical is one extra step.

  • @adamhrwtz
    @adamhrwtz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m considering doing a 5 year joint degree in civil engineering/mba do you think that’s a good combo?

    • @quack1209
      @quack1209 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      honestly, an MBA isnt worth the extra time, you are better off focusing on engineering and getting good work experience

    • @quack1209
      @quack1209 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am a civil engineering BTW, focusing on Dam engineering

    • @quack1209
      @quack1209 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Ben Yehudah I guess they maybe could? But no, they dont, as you dont get trained in hands on things in a degree, that would be a construction apprenticeship I guess

  • @ericklopez2921
    @ericklopez2921 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    science ahhh its beautiful but damm its draining. I hope I make it hahah ill let you know in 3 years!

    • @krae.
      @krae. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Its been 10 months how is it?

    • @antics4022
      @antics4022 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@krae. I think engineering killed him lol

    • @harvestingseason2725
      @harvestingseason2725 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@antics4022 😂

    • @josiahademiluyi4677
      @josiahademiluyi4677 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@antics4022Just why 😂

  • @ArafinWasHere
    @ArafinWasHere ปีที่แล้ว

    Engineering Job is exacly what you want if solving problems is your kink

  • @tshepisongwakwena4292
    @tshepisongwakwena4292 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    lol all the cons you mentioned are pros for me 😅

  • @dandaan
    @dandaan 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Graduated civil 2015. Came to oil field for the money. Now I am stuck in Midland :(

    • @jjbuckner
      @jjbuckner  6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Oil is definitely where the money is at. Do you plan on staying in oil? I moved to construction management/estimating side and love it.

  • @soheilrasekhi7263
    @soheilrasekhi7263 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro all those cons sounded like pros

  • @ireigns5317
    @ireigns5317 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there any coding/programming involved with civil engineering? If so, how much?

    • @jigui2669
      @jigui2669 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      depends what you classify as coding/programming. If you mean typing codes and what not, then not really. Usually its just playing around in a program

  • @fenkbarzan3604
    @fenkbarzan3604 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    In my country i get paid 5.30$ for a whole month, also females salary is lower than males salary

    • @bad2thenucleus
      @bad2thenucleus 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How much is a loaf of bread for comparison?

  • @mohammadeqbalpopal3974
    @mohammadeqbalpopal3974 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    if u have gaurantee job opportunity in this major , please do it , otherwise outside US dont try it.

    • @quack1209
      @quack1209 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      outside US dont try it? I am outside US, tried it, got a number of job offers on graduating and now work as a civil engineer

  • @Joseph9401al
    @Joseph9401al 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    No and No and NOOOO

  • @laughdome3039
    @laughdome3039 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you explain more of your current job construction management?