I hope this is a booming industry just for the sake of the world. I want to be an environmental engineer because my hometown alone is polluted insanely and doesn’t use clean energy.
That's exactly why I want to become an environmental engineer. I like the idea of combining my interests of math, science, and creating to help the environment because we all need it to live.
I totally agree with what you said. I graduated with a Master's degree in Environmental Engineering two years ago and has been working in an environmental consultant company in PA. Basically 90% of time is spent on coordination, oversight, inspection, sampling and repetitive report text writing, which I think anyone without a degree can do well after some training. I am looking for opportunities to become a more important and irreplaceable role in this industry. I hope we can discuss about this more.
How about now? With the trend of Ai and its rapid growth many engineering degrees like software engineering and programming are speculated to be nearly useless in the upcoming years, what about environmental science?
Graduating environmental engineers should consider an air quality position. Always plenty of jobs (at least in Louisiana and Texas). I work directly with chemical/oil/gas facilities, and their environmental teams are always looking for more air quality staff.
Also, in the air quality field, you will get to do “engineering stuff”. Every Title V air permit application requires a PE stamp. Lots of emission calculations involved.
I'm an environmental engineering student in Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia. Those are the reality. It's really not easy to learn this major since it requires a lot of skills and understanding of other majors. Seriously the work load for environmental engineering student is not as light as fur
@@MuhammadIqbal-ud5es iyaa bener bgt kok. Yg aku rasain di Teknik Lingkungan tuh ada fisika, matematika, sama kimianya. Ada biologinya jg cuma gk sebanyak yg 3 tadi
Hey Randy, glad I found your channel and message! I have to believe that North American society and governments (I'm from Canada) will hit a wall where we can't maintain non-action on the climate. I do see a bright future in environmental engineering, compliance, and data management, but I'm seeing a wide time range between 2020 and 2030 for that. I run a software business in cannabis compliance, and anything compliance related that ties into the issues we millennials will experience is up my alley.
I completely agree in that we can't ignore environmental action forever. One day, we'll have to face reality and if this pandemic has taught us anything, it's that we have to prepare better. Thanks for reaching out
Do you have any tips for applying to grad school for environmental engineering? Specifically for students that come from a science background. I’m halfway through my bachelors for environmental science and want to get my masters in environmental engineering.
That's a good topic for me to cover next. Personally, I went through the same route with my BS in Chemistry. The hardest part is probably just getting accepted into a Masters program. I had a 3.4 GPA, some research projects with a PhD student, work experience, and extra curricular activities,. My grad school essay and GRE score was horrible though. What really helped me was the letter of recommendations. I had powerful professors and the Dean of engineering write me one, so I would recommend you have really good letters to balance and offset any of your other pieces of the application.
You'll need to ensure you have courses from Calc I to III and EDE/ODE, physics, chemistry, statsics, dynamics, rigid bodies, and fluid mechanics. You'll also need some intro to EnvE or WRE. You'll spend more time making up the curriculum if not.
You went from chemistry bachelors to a masters in environmental engineering? I have a biology degree and have been considering doing something like this!
I have a bachelor degree in Sustainable Development and have experience working in mining as an environmental technician doing environmental management and monitoring activities. I Then join a company specialised in distributing solar (household and mini grid system). I involved in drafting the company's environment impact plan and policy and even conducted an e-waste management research. I currently work in designing a number of WaSH projects and infrastructure. I have received news from a university that I'm qualified for a masters in environmental systems engineering and will start next year. Upon completion of my studies, i will specifically work in monitoring tailings and waste management in mining companies which requires my expertise after observing a lot of re advertisement of environmental engineering positions. My point here is, nothing negative in pursuing an environmental engineering career (it depends on one country to another). Also, if you strategically position yourself for this and as long as it's your passion. Go for it! Salary is not an issue. Those TH-cam advice are now obsolete if one think this field does not pay much. Back then sustainability was not an important topic. Today the career growth rate in this field is projected to be 4% in the near years to come. While I'm originated from a resource rich coutry in Papua New guinea. We have more mining activities in the country and the need to ensure compliance to environmental requirements per the exploration lease and legislation inplace makes the labour demand very high. Not long every orgnisation will go green, and this means environmental engineering speciality will be needed more than ever!
My confused self got me here. Good videos, by the way. I am an architect currently enrolled in this program. Man, I got so much engineering math more than i had during my undergrad years (and i am a VERY average person in regards to math 😂). This is something that i planned but then, i started asking, "what have i got myself into?" hehe. Most of my classmates are chemical and civil engineers. I am the odd one. My life was peaceful until i join this program. Hahaha 😅
I have huge respect for architects because I had no idea how much harder they have it when it comes to school and their workload. It might not be too late to join the engineering side 😀 I'm sure it will ease the pressure and we can always use another engineer
@@RandyLy well, let's just say that architecture students have their own academic/work challenges... But every program has it. I have nothing but respect for engineers as well. Thanks for the encouragement. I need to endure because I am really curious about the possible working dynamics between different discipline - esp with architecture and construction. I have to see the end of it.
Thanks for your advice. It has been a lot of help to me. Actually I major in chemical engineering, and I'm looking for a job depending on my major which is related to environment. I would be so delightful if you took some videos dealing with it
I really appreciate your videos!!! I’m studying environmental engineering in university of Laos now (first year). Since my country is currently lockdown and my teachers are not provide any online class for us 🥲. Thank you very much!
Thanks for watching! I wouldn't say that I'm exactly teaching anything about the subject. I'm just painting a realistic picture of what to expect once you get into this field.
A lot of these factors depend on where you live. For example, in most states in America, biomedical engineers make more than env. engineers. However where I live, env. engineers get paid way more than them.
OMG! I am seeing this in my last year of environmental engineering in a latinoamerican country hahahahahah i dont wanna cry, I'll make this carrer useful
@@RandyLy Yeah but you know the things will take more years to pick up here. However, your video is so informative and realistic about this career, thank for sharing your experience.
@Randy ly I'm planning to study environmental engineering is it worth to take this degree, after reading all the above comments makes me scared nd nervous so plz help me get through this
As a junior environmental engineer, you are sent to the field to collect sample under all weather conditions; even during winter with sub-zero temperature. You have to deal with nasty substances (liquid, soil, and air). You have to be a good driver, driving a pickup truck in construction zone and at river edge. It is nothing like what you learned in classroom. Many couldn't take it and changed career.
i'm a studying environmental engineering, i'm on my third year now, please give me a motivation... my brain can't hold it anymore lol, i feel like i dont know anything, even though it's interesting to learn about water, wastewater, municipal waste, air and everything.
Hi Radiah, Don't give up yet! You're more than halfway there, so why stop now right? And I know when comparing yourself to your classmates you may seem left behind or dumb but compare what you know to the average person. Trust me, what you are doing will make an impact to this world even if others don't see it
Hey, I have a question. You said that environmental engineering is in low demand and that you applied to about 300 jobs and only got 6 interviews. Are those jobs you applied to in California only or out of state too?
My over 300+ job applications also included jobs that weren't related to environmental engineering. I had a BS in Chemistry so I applied to lab jobs as well. You are correct; I only applied in California.
@@RandyLy First of all, thank you! Secondly, how many degrees do you have? Just curious. Thirdly, what Air Force Base are you working at? I am also curious since I want to join the Air Force myself and I know some bases in California.
@@leadereducationspecialist9031 Just a Bachelors in Chemistry and a Masters in Environmental Engineering. I'm working at the one in El Segundo, CA. I did not join the military but I did try to become a Marine Corp Officer back during my college years and that itself is a whole different story
I didn't like Chem 11 like the first Chem class in highchool, I just thought it was boring I mean I did really well, and I know there's quite a bit of Chem in this field, does it get more interesting as you work your way up?
It depends on what your responsibilities are. I work towards compliance and NOT in design or research. You only need to do well in Chemistry for school; you don't need to be an expert chemist if you are going to be an environmental engineer.
i've been watching your videos about this and one question. If my bachelor is Env. Engr. Can I have a masters in Environmental Science? or Like double masters degree in Env. Engr and Env. Science?
Yes, you can get a Masters in any subject even if it wasn't your Bachelors. Example, I got a BS in Chemistry and a Masters in Env Eng. Just be weary of the costs of getting a Masters Degree. It wouldn't make sense to pay for the degree if you won't ever use it.
I think since environment engineering lewnr many sort of engineering (civil, mechanical, chemical ngineering, chemistry) i think it would be better taking specific master to give flexibity in career. My self taking petroleum engineering where mechanic fluids basic and pipeline design knowledge helpful to become transferable knowledge
Im having my doubts...im going to join uni this yr for undergrad..and i want to study about environment...ive been thinking about my choice though..coz i wanna study atmospheric sciences too..and my parents think it is a bad choice..
Your parents probably have their doubts because they just want the best for you and your job search. Depending on your location, you should research the job market for atmospheric science. In the end, it is ultimately your choice and life to decide where you want to work.
I think California has more job opportunity for environmental engineers than most other states. That being said though, the current job market for them is still pretty low, but I'm optimistic that in the future, given our unsustainable trajectory, that it will be higher in demand.
@@RandyLy Do you think a bachelor's degree from an engineering college and internship experience would be enough to land a job in an environmental engineer company or do you believe that we would need more credentials like passing the FE exam...?
Me now I am pursuing mechanical engineering 3 rd year and I wanna change the the stream to environmental engineer 🙄🤔 or else can I able do masters in environmental engineering after pursuing b.tech mechanical engineering 🙄
Helloo..Pls. tell me some suggestion regarding what to choose for further studies to get a job... I completed Btech in Civil Engineerring...so now, I'm in a confusion of what to choose NEXT? 1)Msc Civil Engg in Australia/UK...? 2)Msc Environmental Engg in Canada/UK…? 3)Msc Structural Engg...But I heard that it's the most toughest branch to study when condidering Msc...(eventhough this structural field has more job prospects) 4)PGDiploma Courses related to water treatment In Canada................What should I opt for to get a descent job without much stress ???
The job opportunities will vary greatly depending on your location. Some countries and states are more serious about the environment than others. I am not an employer and do not hire anyone, so I cannot say whether or not you will find a job. I do not know the job market of any other country besides the US. You will have to do research on that yourself. Those are some pretty different fields. Just do what you love most because in the end, you'll be stuck with that
I understand your frustration in what you should choose but ultimately; I cannot decide that for you. I don’t want to be blamed if ever you are unhappy with a decision I advise you.
I wanted your opinion: in undergrad I was told to do Civil and then specialize as a graduate student but i know from the jump that I wanted to do environmental engineering so I purposely avoided classes like construction engr., geotech, or other classes not realed to water treatment. In grad school, I took courses geared towards water chemistry and water treatment to specialize in EnvE and to get my M.Eng in EnvE and not Civil. Was it a smart move to go the direct route or should I have done civil in case I wanted to leave environmental, I could go to WRE or environmental transportation?
Honestly, I did the same. I got my Bachelors in Chemistry, so I avoided taking construction/engineering courses during my Masters. I took mostly water chemistry and water treatment courses to graduate. It depends on where you will get hired and if your company requires you to know some of those courses. Me avoiding Autocad and other computer courses did limit my knowledge/flexibility. I could have gone into Civil despite my Env Eng degree because I would have the skills they needed.
No one knows everything when they first start. You don't have to be smart, just eager and willing to learn from your mistakes. Yes, you can develop the skills as you go throughout your job. Trust me, I had no idea what I was doing when I started. You will get better and adapt as you go throughout the workday and as you get thrown into spontaneous events.
How does environmental engineering doesn’t have a lot of demand it’s the most important job we need right now, I still think the demand will grow with the growth of awareness. Because people will demand and would prefer green resources.
Agreed. But I don't like that approach because now you're limited to only that specific subject for the rest of your career, at the fault of the employer who wants you to master that specific field.
I agree with you and i think everybody should work the field that they love. Environmental engineering is an amazing field with a lot of in it. It has chemistry, civil engineering computer science, law etc. I was studying at computer engineering and i shifted to environmental engineering. I am so happy this field is much more larger than it seems. It can be combined with a lot of diciplines. It is relatively easy to study, it means more time to spend time environmental engineering field with other diciplines.
I believe if it is combined with other diciplines it might open new job opportunities in the future. Especially with aerospace industry and mechanical engineering field.
@@ozgeoz889 Öncelikle bilgisayar çok büyük beklentilerle girmiştim ve okula adım attığım an oranın bana uygun olmadığını gördüm. Bir türlü sevemedim bence herkese uygun bir bölüm değil. Ha mezun olur muydum olurdum orası ayrı ama çok çile çekerdim ve düşük bir ortalamayla mezun olurdum. Bilgisayar görünürde daha iyi ama her sene 10 binden fazla mezun var ve gerçekten tutkulu olursan parlayabilirsin. Çevre mühendisliğinde mezun sayısı binin altında diye biliyorum. Ve nerede okuduğun da önemli bir faktör Türkiye'de. Ayrıca çevre mühendisliği kollektif bir bölüm. Çok farklı alanlarda çift anadal yapma olanağı var derslerin çoğu ortak veya benzer. Örneğin en çok inşaat ve kimya mühendisliğinde çift anadal yapabiliyorsunuz ama Makine, havacılık ve uzay, jeoloji ,maden gibi bölümlerde de 1 sene uzatarak rahatlıkla çift anadal yapılabiliyor. O nedenle Çevre Mühendisliğine geçtim.
Bence sevdiğin işi yapmak daha mühim çevreye başlamadan bırakmışsın anladığım kadarıyla kimya mühendisliğiyle benzer nitelikte çevre mühendisliği. Endüstri de önü çok açık bir bölüm biraz daha istatistiksel konuları falan var diye biliyorum. TM mühendisliği gibi bir şey. Ikisi çok farklı ama zaten bir sene okuyacaksın geçişe başvurmak için. Tavsiyem kendini iki bölümle kısıtlama ortalamanı yüksek tut zaten dersler lise dersi gibidir ilk sene. Geçebileceğin başka bölümleri de değerlendir.
From a career point of view, it is always best to stick with the conventional engineering degrees like Civil, Electrical, Computer, Mechanical and so on. If you are really into something specific or maybe think you can bring about change using your education on environmental principles and technology, you can go for it. But the thing is that the scope of Environmental Engineering is just too vast. You will be learning everything but not enough. For example, if you are designing and building a waste water treatment plant or water supply facility or maybe even monitoring air and water, the engineers involved would be civil (design and build), mechanical (mechanical components and processes involved) and chemical (quantitative and qualitative analysis). The project leader could be an environmental engineer but the multitude of other engineers involved would be from other more common and specific fields. Sure you would need environmental engineers in environmental assessments, compliance monitoring but you would also need sociologists, hydrologists, economists and so on. What I want to convey is the lack of specific opportunities in this field. This is my opinion but your choice is your own.
That's not really an argument. Any field is vast once you start looking into it. As long as you get good basics in math, physics & computer science in your environmental engineering curriculum you'll be fine.
@@Mr3less4r I suggest you put on your reading glasses. I was talking from a career point of view. If you don't have a good understanding of maths and science before you enroll in any engineering course, or in any science subject for that matter, you are destined to fail.
Seriously, environmental engineering has the opportunity to be a well-rounded, fulfilling sector many different career backgrounds can come together for a common, healthy cause of sustainability and innovation. It'd be peak of human ingenuity and collaboration where there's realistically no biases, cos who doesn't want a greener earth? I agree on career POV though; and it excites yet troubles me how far one could grow, but w/o making positive contributive change to our environment.
@@ashtonroberts9941 Well, why would you need an environmental engineering degree when you have already chosen a specific subject? If you are talking from a carrer point of view, I couldn't tell you as it depends on the place you reside in or wish to work in. This may sound cliche but you could move ahead in your carrer and education in any field irrespective of the employability if your interest or determination guides you. If you want to move ahead with specializing in hydrology, a degree in Hydroinformatics is a good choice. I think a degree in geology as you mentioned would also be a good choice. I see a lot of prospects there. But, if you have some specific carrer objective, as you outlined with your interest in environmental engineering, get a degree based on that.
New environmental engineer here. This job is TOUGH. People wouldn’t last a day in our shoes. But, it’s a combination of field world and office work. This field is for tough people! Tough and smart. We do calculations, design, compliance, CAD, chemistry, and electrical. It’s not always about Sanitary Sewer 😂. Love this job
I am in high school right now trying to decide my major. I think environmental engineering is really cool, but the low job prospects are really scaring. What if I need/want to move somewhere else? Will I even be able to get a job if I leave? It sucks because I think the field is so interesting but I want to make sure I can get a job. I am sure I could be happy doing something else like computer engineering but I would prefer environmental engineering. I guess I want to make sure if I chose this it will be worth it for me in the end. I was also thinking about double majoring in environmental engineering with some other type of engineering in case I need to move, is that even worth doing? Please help me
This was basically all my doubts during college summarized 😅 You're correct, the job perspective in this field is really low because there just aren't many openings and a company only needs like a few env engineers to keep them operating. If you move to a small rural area, job perspectives get even lower so you'll have to stay within a busy city to find work. If you're doubtful, I would major in Civil Eng and minor in Env Engineer. Civ Eng is more popular and has more job availability then env engs and is not so far off when you study in college. You might just have to take like a few extra classes during college but you'd be really flexible once you graduate. Hope this helps!
Randy Ly Thank you for replying to my comment. I really appreciate your insight. Even though I do appreciate your advice about majoring civil engineering, I don’t think it really aligns with my interests and I have never been really interested in civil engineering, only environmental engineering and other types of environmental engineering. For me it is either major in environmental engineering or I major in something like mechanical or computer engineering while minoring in environmental engineering. I heard about the low job openings earlier and I just figured I would work through it, but now I am senior and I really have to make this decision carefully. I don’t know where life will take me and I would hate having to quit and not being able to find a job ever again. I think I need more information before I decide, but thank you so much for your advice it helps.
@@sarahpollard6892 You thinking about your future like this is way above everyone else. I'm super proud haha I'm guessing you're interested in experimenting with green technology? Definitely while you're in college, look to work for a professor in his research projects. That's the only time you'd be able to experiment and play with technology in a controlled setting. Once you're working, you don't really have that opportunity because it could just end up being boring corporate stuff and like writing permits.
Randy Ly Yeah of course I am interested with green technology. I think it is why I want to be an environmental engineer. I wasn’t very interested in research when first started looking into colleges, but I will definitely take the opportunity to learn about environmental engineering and green technology even if I decide not to be an environmental engineer. Thanks so much for the advice. You’re really helping me out, and I really appreciate it.
@@sarahpollard6892 well, I have the same doubt . I want to be an an environmental engineer but worry about job prospects. I have to decide soon..I'm not sure but I also think that I should go for civil and then have Masters in en. Engineering..
It is the first time for me to see your channel but it is great please keep going and do more videos about the enviroment and the studies of the enviromental engineering and how to apply and which unis provide that course and all that kinda things. Greetings from Egypt
Personally, your videos have been very informative for me as I am diving closer into entering the journey of my career in Environmental Engineering. As you have mentioned in this video, there were doubts that made me think in hesitance, but overall I've decided to stick it through! Thank you
@@RandyLy Thanks for replying! Is MS ideal for the first job? I am planning on applying to internships and obtaining EIT and other beneficial certifications before I graduate BS. My Chinese-Mandarin study overseas have put me 2 years behind my peers, and ironically, it does feel like I am behind without trying to compare myself with them.
I graduate in December 2020 with an Environmental Engineering degree. Currently work at a civil firm, been there for 1 1/2 year. Trying to decide what I want to do...
I'm currently a site civil engineer, is it possible that I can shift career to Environmental Engineer even without taking some of the specific classes? I guess we only had the basics, but are there any difference on them? Because based on my browsing, environmental engineering is a branch of civil engineering, yet there are specific courses offered in the capital, I'm from a region in the Philippines and there are no specific environmental engrg courses offered. I graduated and passed the licensure exam in CE and I feel stock with my choice of career, I'm more interested to science and stuff, and I believe Environmental Engineering would be a good change, since it's awesome that you can do research and stuff on the environment, and very purposeful I believe.
At my university, Env Eng was a subcategory of Civil Engineering so the classes were very similar and most of my classmates were Civil engineers. I don't know how it works in other countries but here in the US; Env Eng are pretty flexible. I mentioned the job description is broad where some companies expect their Env Eng to construct and design processes while I've seen some others work with scientists and biologists taking water samples. It all depends on the company you're applying for and what they're doing rather than the title itself. If you're interested in a more science related change, you might just need some exposure to labs to gain experience. I'd look for some lab internships/volunteering on the side while you continue your Civil Engineering job
Hi! I'm also from Philippines and there are universities that offers Environmental Engineering as a post-graduate degree. Mapua offers this degree and they also offer Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental and Sanitary Engineering which is the double-degree I'm planning to enroll in this coming school year. I hope this helps :))
I am sorry to hear that and understand that it is extremely difficult nowadays with COVID, but I cannot give you a job. I just applied everywhere until I got something.
Hey! I came across to your channel and found it very informational. I have a question for my university course and would love to have your opinion! I am quite interested in renewable energy (such as solar), and would love to pursue a career within the renewable energy industry (or business). Would a ‘chemistry engineering’ course be more beneficial or would a chemical and environmental engineering’ course be more beneficial and useful?
I've never taken a chemical engineering course during my time at university, so I can't say how helpful it will be. I would think the more you take, the more well-rounded you'd be in what's going in with that field. Just be aware of how much longer it would take to graduate and the costs to taking the classes. If I were in your shoes, I would take both courses to fulfill my curiosity and if you don't like it moving forward, at least you tried.
I don't have the right answer to that. I'm just going to speculate that water and waste might be the next big issue because of the current situation. I believe water will always be an issue because you hear all over the news that XX billions of people don't have access to clean drinking water. And I believe waste will become a future issue because of the current lockdowns. With more people staying at home and medical testings, all that waste has to go somewhere. Those were just my opinions, so do be careful in what field you choose.
While water and wastewater are always going to be important, storm and surface water quality is a major concern for many developed countries, especially in the United States as we have to comply with our overlord's (the Department of Ecology) National Pollutant and Discharge Elimination System permit in order to discharge untreated storm runoff into state waters. Surface water quality in the US is a major issue as Salmonid populations continue to decline and our oceans become more acidic. I am personally pursuing my Masters in Environmental Engineering after spending 3 years as a construction worker in Storm and Surface Water seeing just how important it is.
What if youre a 50 year old woman who never went to highschool.. you are at prealgebra level.. nobody believes in you including you... YET, an idea to become an environmental engineer has been driving you? And, please don't respond by saying that person is delusional.
I have more respect for people who are willing to learn despite their age compared to people who feel obligated to go to college because it is considered the norm. I commend you if you are pursuing this route. You are not delusional, but you will have many prerequisite classes to go through. If you feel that school isn't right for you, you don't have to have a college degree or environmental engineer title to make a difference in this world.
There are other methods of income besides going to an expensive college and getting a degree that might not even be necessary or used. Trade school or starting an online business are a couple of options. If you are solely into env engineering because you want to work doing environmental reclamation, you might start out from the bottom working as a technician if you don't any experience.
I am a RPN trying to go back to school to get my RN but I am highly considering getting into environmental engineering! I went into nursing because of my personality, I am an extrovert, and many of the things you mentioned in this video pertains to nursing! I do not really like nursing i really want to get into water and air quality!
Thank you for your service during this whole pandemic. It is greatly appreciated! Switching from nursing to engineering is going to be challenging because you'll have to catch up on all the academic requirements, but I am sure you can accomplish it. Nursing school is just as challenging.
@@RandyLy you’re welcome! I appreciate your kindness! Yes it’s totally left field! But I try to think of it as the same stress! I’m not unfamiliar with science courses but like you said I’ll have to start again! I don’t mind working with people but I don’t want to do patient care! I’m really interested in water resource and air quality which is why I’m leading towards environmental engineering! Any suggestions?
I don't think I could have ever been a nurse 😆. You guys have my highest respect. My position is towards compliance, so I don't work in the lab, visualize data, use AutoCAD, or do permitting. My role requires lots of email responses, paperwork, and meeting with contractors/inspectors to make sure my facility runs smoothly. If you're interested in designing systems or water treatment plants, you'll be leaning towards the Civil Engineering side of Environmental engineering. If you're leaning towards air quality permitting, you'll need some background in chemistry and good customer service experience.
Dear bro I am Ramkumar from India 🇮🇳.I want to build some machines to help reduce air and water pollution , to help address the problem of climate change and also design green technologies and I should have a startup to sell my products . So now my question is which branch should I choose for undergrad and postgraduate to fulfill my dreams and I am now currently in my high school.please help me with your valuable ideas. Thanking you With regards R.Ramkumar India
Hi Ramkumar, I like your ambition and passion. Environmental engineering seems like the perfect route since you want to be creating green technology. You ultimately want to work in a research project during college, that way you can get exposed to what the process is like. No matter what field you go to (chemical, environmental, biological, etc...), getting into a research project with a professor or a graduate student should help you with your goals.
You can just keep following the youtube channel for more videos. I do have an instagram that I mostly just use to DM people’s requests. I don’t post much there but I am active. And I do have a Linkedin that I will add somewhere on the TH-cam channel
It's not expected for you to be a professional chemist during the job, so I don't think so. Once you've passed all your classes, it should be OK. But that all depends on your employer and what they expect you to do on the job
I am a fresh graduate of BS Environmnetal Engineering in the Philippines amidst the Covid 19 pandemic. I absolutely agree with everything you have uttered. At the moment, I am applying for an environmental entry-level jobs, but due to the broad scope of the job it makes me harder to get in. Nevertheless, the program offers higher responsibility for the environment in general with the smart application of science and engineering respectively. I am appealing here in the university where I graduated my degree to have a major of specification. This is to resolve the super ultra broad knowledge we need to acquire in order to compete with other engineering graduate. Pray for me guys that industries will open their doors for me. #USTP I have been waiting for a long time now that there is one youtuber who could talk about my unspoken program. Kudos.
I am glad I can help! I know fresh graduates applying during this pandemic is definitely going to be impossibly difficult. All I can do is just keep making videos and you can always DM me through my social medias if you have any specific questions
@@ianfelixramirez643 Hi Kabayan, I'm actually thinking of taking MS Envi Eng'g. I'm quite naive at the job situation perspective because I'm from a different but related industry (agriculture). I'm planning to focus on water quality on my MS if I continue to do so. Hearing your insight is quite discouraging. Lol.
@@ADDICTb2st Hello, well right now I am still enjoying a lot of job interviews and they end up asking me about my license or pieces of training related to the job. Yes, I would suggest that you should pursue the MS for Envi Eng'g because it is more specific and you'll be equipped robustly for it. You are also correct that this job is quite deprived than chemical engineers but I can assure you that this would take you farther enough to be financially competitive.
Hello kabayan. I'm 2nd year environmental engineering in UB. I'm wondering if our course is in demand here in our country? What future am I holding to?
I hope this is a booming industry just for the sake of the world. I want to be an environmental engineer because my hometown alone is polluted insanely and doesn’t use clean energy.
Seriously, that's the goal. It's because it's the right thing to do
wow ur sound like an amazing person
Nah, I’m just an average person with ambitious goals
That's exactly why I want to become an environmental engineer. I like the idea of combining my interests of math, science, and creating to help the environment because we all need it to live.
My son wants to become environmental engineering he want save OUR country Philippines from climate change
I totally agree with what you said. I graduated with a Master's degree in Environmental Engineering two years ago and has been working in an environmental consultant company in PA. Basically 90% of time is spent on coordination, oversight, inspection, sampling and repetitive report text writing, which I think anyone without a degree can do well after some training. I am looking for opportunities to become a more important and irreplaceable role in this industry. I hope we can discuss about this more.
Yep, I couldn’t agree more.
Im guessing compliance and consulting are somewhat similar?
How about now? With the trend of Ai and its rapid growth many engineering degrees like software engineering and programming are speculated to be nearly useless in the upcoming years, what about environmental science?
I'm impressed when you talk about environmental engineering. this is very informative, do it more please!
Thanks! I'm working on a few more
Graduating environmental engineers should consider an air quality position. Always plenty of jobs (at least in Louisiana and Texas). I work directly with chemical/oil/gas facilities, and their environmental teams are always looking for more air quality staff.
Also, in the air quality field, you will get to do “engineering stuff”. Every Title V air permit application requires a PE stamp. Lots of emission calculations involved.
Thank you this video I’m still considering to go into environmental engineering, just hopeful that the optimic that theyll be more demand
Thanks for watching
I'm an environmental engineering student in Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia. Those are the reality. It's really not easy to learn this major since it requires a lot of skills and understanding of other majors. Seriously the work load for environmental engineering student is not as light as fur
semester berapa sekarang mba?
@@udinsantoso679 semester 6 mau masuk 7
Tapi katanya banyak materi fisika dari kimia ya kak?
@@MuhammadIqbal-ud5es iyaa bener bgt kok. Yg aku rasain di Teknik Lingkungan tuh ada fisika, matematika, sama kimianya. Ada biologinya jg cuma gk sebanyak yg 3 tadi
Btw sering begadang juga gaes.. (I often work late night and get Insomnia)
Hey Randy, glad I found your channel and message! I have to believe that North American society and governments (I'm from Canada) will hit a wall where we can't maintain non-action on the climate. I do see a bright future in environmental engineering, compliance, and data management, but I'm seeing a wide time range between 2020 and 2030 for that.
I run a software business in cannabis compliance, and anything compliance related that ties into the issues we millennials will experience is up my alley.
I completely agree in that we can't ignore environmental action forever. One day, we'll have to face reality and if this pandemic has taught us anything, it's that we have to prepare better.
Thanks for reaching out
Im starting at 50k in Louisiana. Its true that the job title is very.....deceitful. But its ok. Im not complaining.
Do you have any tips for applying to grad school for environmental engineering? Specifically for students that come from a science background. I’m halfway through my bachelors for environmental science and want to get my masters in environmental engineering.
That's a good topic for me to cover next.
Personally, I went through the same route with my BS in Chemistry. The hardest part is probably just getting accepted into a Masters program. I had a 3.4 GPA, some research projects with a PhD student, work experience, and extra curricular activities,. My grad school essay and GRE score was horrible though.
What really helped me was the letter of recommendations. I had powerful professors and the Dean of engineering write me one, so I would recommend you have really good letters to balance and offset any of your other pieces of the application.
You'll need to ensure you have courses from Calc I to III and EDE/ODE, physics, chemistry, statsics, dynamics, rigid bodies, and fluid mechanics. You'll also need some intro to EnvE or WRE. You'll spend more time making up the curriculum if not.
Could you please make a video on the current condition (after 4 years from this video)?
You went from chemistry bachelors to a masters in environmental engineering? I have a biology degree and have been considering doing something like this!
It’s definitely possible to switch into different fields. Just prepare for rejection and have a back up plan in case things don’t work out.
I have a bachelor degree in Sustainable Development and have experience working in mining as an environmental technician doing environmental management and monitoring activities. I Then join a company specialised in distributing solar (household and mini grid system). I involved in drafting the company's environment impact plan and policy and even conducted an e-waste management research. I currently work in designing a number of WaSH projects and infrastructure. I have received news from a university that I'm qualified for a masters in environmental systems engineering and will start next year. Upon completion of my studies, i will specifically work in monitoring tailings and waste management in mining companies which requires my expertise after observing a lot of re advertisement of environmental engineering positions. My point here is, nothing negative in pursuing an environmental engineering career (it depends on one country to another). Also, if you strategically position yourself for this and as long as it's your passion. Go for it! Salary is not an issue. Those TH-cam advice are now obsolete if one think this field does not pay much. Back then sustainability was not an important topic. Today the career growth rate in this field is projected to be 4% in the near years to come. While I'm originated from a resource rich coutry in Papua New guinea. We have more mining activities in the country and the need to ensure compliance to environmental requirements per the exploration lease and legislation inplace makes the labour demand very high. Not long every orgnisation will go green, and this means environmental engineering speciality will be needed more than ever!
My confused self got me here. Good videos, by the way. I am an architect currently enrolled in this program. Man, I got so much engineering math more than i had during my undergrad years (and i am a VERY average person in regards to math 😂). This is something that i planned but then, i started asking, "what have i got myself into?" hehe. Most of my classmates are chemical and civil engineers. I am the odd one. My life was peaceful until i join this program. Hahaha 😅
I have huge respect for architects because I had no idea how much harder they have it when it comes to school and their workload. It might not be too late to join the engineering side 😀 I'm sure it will ease the pressure and we can always use another engineer
@@RandyLy well, let's just say that architecture students have their own academic/work challenges... But every program has it. I have nothing but respect for engineers as well.
Thanks for the encouragement. I need to endure because I am really curious about the possible working dynamics between different discipline - esp with architecture and construction. I have to see the end of it.
Thanks for your advice. It has been a lot of help to me. Actually I major in chemical engineering, and I'm looking for a job depending on my major which is related to environment.
I would be so delightful if you took some videos dealing with it
Thanks for watching. I'll have to look into that
Who is watching this video and still wanna study it : Me !!!
I really appreciate your videos!!! I’m studying environmental engineering in university of Laos now (first year). Since my country is currently lockdown and my teachers are not provide any online class for us 🥲. Thank you very much!
Thanks for watching! I wouldn't say that I'm exactly teaching anything about the subject. I'm just painting a realistic picture of what to expect once you get into this field.
A lot of these factors depend on where you live. For example, in most states in America, biomedical engineers make more than env. engineers. However where I live, env. engineers get paid way more than them.
OMG! I am seeing this in my last year of environmental engineering in a latinoamerican country hahahahahah i dont wanna cry, I'll make this carrer useful
You’ll be fine. Things are picking up again 👍
@@RandyLy Yeah but you know the things will take more years to pick up here. However, your video is so informative and realistic about this career, thank for sharing your experience.
@@amyzambrano5927 Thanks for watching and good luck to you
@Randy ly I'm planning to study environmental engineering is it worth to take this degree, after reading all the above comments makes me scared nd nervous so plz help me get through this
As a junior environmental engineer, you are sent to the field to collect sample under all weather conditions; even during winter with sub-zero temperature. You have to deal with nasty substances (liquid, soil, and air). You have to be a good driver, driving a pickup truck in construction zone and at river edge. It is nothing like what you learned in classroom. Many couldn't take it and changed career.
i'm a studying environmental engineering, i'm on my third year now, please give me a motivation... my brain can't hold it anymore lol, i feel like i dont know anything, even though it's interesting to learn about water, wastewater, municipal waste, air and everything.
Hi Radiah,
Don't give up yet! You're more than halfway there, so why stop now right?
And I know when comparing yourself to your classmates you may seem left behind or dumb but compare what you know to the average person. Trust me, what you are doing will make an impact to this world even if others don't see it
Radiah Sida Sitepu Hi! I’m considering going to college for environmental engineering would you mind helping me with questions I have ?
@@BrePrada You can DM me on the social media apps I have but I use LinkedIn and my email more frequently so you will have a faster response there
😑me too
Hey, I have a question. You said that environmental engineering is in low demand and that you applied to about 300 jobs and only got 6 interviews. Are those jobs you applied to in California only or out of state too?
My over 300+ job applications also included jobs that weren't related to environmental engineering. I had a BS in Chemistry so I applied to lab jobs as well. You are correct; I only applied in California.
@@RandyLy First of all, thank you! Secondly, how many degrees do you have? Just curious. Thirdly, what Air Force Base are you working at? I am also curious since I want to join the Air Force myself and I know some bases in California.
@@leadereducationspecialist9031 Just a Bachelors in Chemistry and a Masters in Environmental Engineering. I'm working at the one in El Segundo, CA. I did not join the military but I did try to become a Marine Corp Officer back during my college years and that itself is a whole different story
@@RandyLy Got it. That's awesome dude! Thanks for sharing! :D
Hi I'm an Environmental Engineering student, yes true it's not easy😪
Can I do master in environment engineering with environment science bachelor degree plzz reply
I wanted to know your opinion.. I am a undergraduated student in bsc geology.... Water waste and environment engineering for msc is better or not?
I do not understand your question.
@@RandyLy water waste and environment engineering is good for master study
@@Ashifa_farvin Yes, it is. I graduated with a Masters in Env Eng and have a good job because of it.
@@RandyLy Okk thank you... Uk is good or not for studying master environment engineering ? Is Uk has scope in this course
I am from the US and do not know anything about the demand for it in the UK.
I didn't like Chem 11 like the first Chem class in highchool, I just thought it was boring I mean I did really well, and I know there's quite a bit of Chem in this field, does it get more interesting as you work your way up?
It depends on what your responsibilities are. I work towards compliance and NOT in design or research. You only need to do well in Chemistry for school; you don't need to be an expert chemist if you are going to be an environmental engineer.
i've been watching your videos about this and one question. If my bachelor is Env. Engr. Can I have a masters in Environmental Science? or Like double masters degree in Env. Engr and Env. Science?
Yes, you can get a Masters in any subject even if it wasn't your Bachelors. Example, I got a BS in Chemistry and a Masters in Env Eng. Just be weary of the costs of getting a Masters Degree. It wouldn't make sense to pay for the degree if you won't ever use it.
I think since environment engineering lewnr many sort of engineering (civil, mechanical, chemical ngineering, chemistry) i think it would be better taking specific master to give flexibity in career. My self taking petroleum engineering where mechanic fluids basic and pipeline design knowledge helpful to become transferable knowledge
5% growth in a field year over year is massive...
Nope.. Your math is wrong.. Its not a lot
But that 5% only equals to about a few thousand jobs globally which is less than enough... got this data online
Im having my doubts...im going to join uni this yr for undergrad..and i want to study about environment...ive been thinking about my choice though..coz i wanna study atmospheric sciences too..and my parents think it is a bad choice..
Your parents probably have their doubts because they just want the best for you and your job search. Depending on your location, you should research the job market for atmospheric science.
In the end, it is ultimately your choice and life to decide where you want to work.
How is the job outlook for people in the United States, specifically California?
I think California has more job opportunity for environmental engineers than most other states. That being said though, the current job market for them is still pretty low, but I'm optimistic that in the future, given our unsustainable trajectory, that it will be higher in demand.
@@RandyLy Do you think a bachelor's degree from an engineering college and internship experience would be enough to land a job in an environmental engineer company or do you believe that we would need more credentials like passing the FE exam...?
Me now I am pursuing mechanical engineering 3 rd year and I wanna change the the stream to environmental engineer 🙄🤔 or else can I able do masters in environmental engineering after pursuing b.tech mechanical engineering 🙄
Helloo..Pls. tell me some suggestion regarding what to choose for further studies to get a job...
I completed Btech in Civil Engineerring...so now, I'm in a confusion of what to choose NEXT?
1)Msc Civil Engg in Australia/UK...?
2)Msc Environmental Engg in Canada/UK…?
3)Msc Structural Engg...But I heard that it's the most toughest branch to study when condidering Msc...(eventhough this structural field has more job prospects)
4)PGDiploma Courses related to water treatment In Canada................What should I opt for to get a descent job without much stress ???
The job opportunities will vary greatly depending on your location. Some countries and states are more serious about the environment than others. I am not an employer and do not hire anyone, so I cannot say whether or not you will find a job. I do not know the job market of any other country besides the US. You will have to do research on that yourself.
Those are some pretty different fields. Just do what you love most because in the end, you'll be stuck with that
Sir, what should I take a my career option...environment engineering or b.thech IT or pharmacy..
Please let me know sir..
I understand your frustration in what you should choose but ultimately; I cannot decide that for you. I don’t want to be blamed if ever you are unhappy with a decision I advise you.
@@RandyLy no sir...that wont b a matter...according to u which stream has more scope..?
@@shreyapanchal8914 Pharmacy and the medical field will generally always have more potential than all other fields
@@RandyLy Thanks sir..!
I wanted your opinion: in undergrad I was told to do Civil and then specialize as a graduate student but i know from the jump that I wanted to do environmental engineering so I purposely avoided classes like construction engr., geotech, or other classes not realed to water treatment.
In grad school, I took courses geared towards water chemistry and water treatment to specialize in EnvE and to get my M.Eng in EnvE and not Civil.
Was it a smart move to go the direct route or should I have done civil in case I wanted to leave environmental, I could go to WRE or environmental transportation?
Honestly, I did the same. I got my Bachelors in Chemistry, so I avoided taking construction/engineering courses during my Masters. I took mostly water chemistry and water treatment courses to graduate. It depends on where you will get hired and if your company requires you to know some of those courses. Me avoiding Autocad and other computer courses did limit my knowledge/flexibility. I could have gone into Civil despite my Env Eng degree because I would have the skills they needed.
how do you know If you are smart enough to do engineering? Can you develop the skills?
No one knows everything when they first start. You don't have to be smart, just eager and willing to learn from your mistakes. Yes, you can develop the skills as you go throughout your job. Trust me, I had no idea what I was doing when I started. You will get better and adapt as you go throughout the workday and as you get thrown into spontaneous events.
@@RandyLy thank you so much!!!
How does environmental engineering doesn’t have a lot of demand it’s the most important job we need right now, I still think the demand will grow with the growth of awareness. Because people will demand and would prefer green resources.
That's what I'm saying. But if you look at the job market demand for this job, you won't find that many openings
Being an Environmental Engineer is being a jack of all trades. Sadly, most jobs prefer someone to be a master of a specific subject.
Agreed. But I don't like that approach because now you're limited to only that specific subject for the rest of your career, at the fault of the employer who wants you to master that specific field.
I agree with you and i think everybody should work the field that they love. Environmental engineering is an amazing field with a lot of in it. It has chemistry, civil engineering computer science, law etc. I was studying at computer engineering and i shifted to environmental engineering. I am so happy this field is much more larger than it seems. It can be combined with a lot of diciplines. It is relatively easy to study, it means more time to spend time environmental engineering field with other diciplines.
I believe if it is combined with other diciplines it might open new job opportunities in the future. Especially with aerospace industry and mechanical engineering field.
I couldn't have said it better myself
@Nic Chuma I had the same problem but you learn to slowly adjust. Imagine being an introvert and posting a TH-cam video, right?
@@ozgeoz889 Öncelikle bilgisayar çok büyük beklentilerle girmiştim ve okula adım attığım an oranın bana uygun olmadığını gördüm. Bir türlü sevemedim bence herkese uygun bir bölüm değil. Ha mezun olur muydum olurdum orası ayrı ama çok çile çekerdim ve düşük bir ortalamayla mezun olurdum. Bilgisayar görünürde daha iyi ama her sene 10 binden fazla mezun var ve gerçekten tutkulu olursan parlayabilirsin. Çevre mühendisliğinde mezun sayısı binin altında diye biliyorum. Ve nerede okuduğun da önemli bir faktör Türkiye'de. Ayrıca çevre mühendisliği kollektif bir bölüm. Çok farklı alanlarda çift anadal yapma olanağı var derslerin çoğu ortak veya benzer. Örneğin en çok inşaat ve kimya mühendisliğinde çift anadal yapabiliyorsunuz ama Makine, havacılık ve uzay, jeoloji ,maden gibi bölümlerde de 1 sene uzatarak rahatlıkla çift anadal yapılabiliyor. O nedenle Çevre Mühendisliğine geçtim.
Bence sevdiğin işi yapmak daha mühim çevreye başlamadan bırakmışsın anladığım kadarıyla kimya mühendisliğiyle benzer nitelikte çevre mühendisliği. Endüstri de önü çok açık bir bölüm biraz daha istatistiksel konuları falan var diye biliyorum. TM mühendisliği gibi bir şey. Ikisi çok farklı ama zaten bir sene okuyacaksın geçişe başvurmak için. Tavsiyem kendini iki bölümle kısıtlama ortalamanı yüksek tut zaten dersler lise dersi gibidir ilk sene. Geçebileceğin başka bölümleri de değerlendir.
From a career point of view, it is always best to stick with the conventional engineering degrees like Civil, Electrical, Computer, Mechanical and so on. If you are really into something specific or maybe think you can bring about change using your education on environmental principles and technology, you can go for it. But the thing is that the scope of Environmental Engineering is just too vast. You will be learning everything but not enough.
For example, if you are designing and building a waste water treatment plant or water supply facility or maybe even monitoring air and water, the engineers involved would be civil (design and build), mechanical (mechanical components and processes involved) and chemical (quantitative and qualitative analysis). The project leader could be an environmental engineer but the multitude of other engineers involved would be from other more common and specific fields.
Sure you would need environmental engineers in environmental assessments, compliance monitoring but you would also need sociologists, hydrologists, economists and so on.
What I want to convey is the lack of specific opportunities in this field. This is my opinion but your choice is your own.
That's not really an argument. Any field is vast once you start looking into it. As long as you get good basics in math, physics & computer science in your environmental engineering curriculum you'll be fine.
@@Mr3less4r I suggest you put on your reading glasses. I was talking from a career point of view. If you don't have a good understanding of maths and science before you enroll in any engineering course, or in any science subject for that matter, you are destined to fail.
Seriously, environmental engineering has the opportunity to be a well-rounded, fulfilling sector many different career backgrounds can come together for a common, healthy cause of sustainability and innovation. It'd be peak of human ingenuity and collaboration where there's realistically no biases, cos who doesn't want a greener earth? I agree on career POV though; and it excites yet troubles me how far one could grow, but w/o making positive contributive change to our environment.
As a hydrologist, would you not have an environmental engineering degree? Or is a geology degree (for hydrologist) more suited & more in demand?
@@ashtonroberts9941 Well, why would you need an environmental engineering degree when you have already chosen a specific subject?
If you are talking from a carrer point of view, I couldn't tell you as it depends on the place you reside in or wish to work in. This may sound cliche but you could move ahead in your carrer and education in any field irrespective of the employability if your interest or determination guides you.
If you want to move ahead with specializing in hydrology, a degree in Hydroinformatics is a good choice.
I think a degree in geology as you mentioned would also be a good choice. I see a lot of prospects there.
But, if you have some specific carrer objective, as you outlined with your interest in environmental engineering, get a degree based on that.
New environmental engineer here. This job is TOUGH. People wouldn’t last a day in our shoes. But, it’s a combination of field world and office work. This field is for tough people! Tough and smart. We do calculations, design, compliance, CAD, chemistry, and electrical. It’s not always about Sanitary Sewer 😂. Love this job
Hi Nicholas,
I'm glad you enjoy it. Like I said, our title is flexible
I am in high school right now trying to decide my major. I think environmental engineering is really cool, but the low job prospects are really scaring. What if I need/want to move somewhere else? Will I even be able to get a job if I leave? It sucks because I think the field is so interesting but I want to make sure I can get a job. I am sure I could be happy doing something else like computer engineering but I would prefer environmental engineering. I guess I want to make sure if I chose this it will be worth it for me in the end. I was also thinking about double majoring in environmental engineering with some other type of engineering in case I need to move, is that even worth doing? Please help me
This was basically all my doubts during college summarized 😅
You're correct, the job perspective in this field is really low because there just aren't many openings and a company only needs like a few env engineers to keep them operating. If you move to a small rural area, job perspectives get even lower so you'll have to stay within a busy city to find work.
If you're doubtful, I would major in Civil Eng and minor in Env Engineer. Civ Eng is more popular and has more job availability then env engs and is not so far off when you study in college. You might just have to take like a few extra classes during college but you'd be really flexible once you graduate.
Hope this helps!
Randy Ly Thank you for replying to my comment. I really appreciate your insight. Even though I do appreciate your advice about majoring civil engineering, I don’t think it really aligns with my interests and I have never been really interested in civil engineering, only environmental engineering and other types of environmental engineering. For me it is either major in environmental engineering or I major in something like mechanical or computer engineering while minoring in environmental engineering. I heard about the low job openings earlier and I just figured I would work through it, but now I am senior and I really have to make this decision carefully. I don’t know where life will take me and I would hate having to quit and not being able to find a job ever again. I think I need more information before I decide, but thank you so much for your advice it helps.
@@sarahpollard6892 You thinking about your future like this is way above everyone else. I'm super proud haha
I'm guessing you're interested in experimenting with green technology? Definitely while you're in college, look to work for a professor in his research projects. That's the only time you'd be able to experiment and play with technology in a controlled setting. Once you're working, you don't really have that opportunity because it could just end up being boring corporate stuff and like writing permits.
Randy Ly Yeah of course I am interested with green technology. I think it is why I want to be an environmental engineer. I wasn’t very interested in research when first started looking into colleges, but I will definitely take the opportunity to learn about environmental engineering and green technology even if I decide not to be an environmental engineer. Thanks so much for the advice. You’re really helping me out, and I really appreciate it.
@@sarahpollard6892 well, I have the same doubt . I want to be an an environmental engineer but worry about job prospects. I have to decide soon..I'm not sure but I also think that I should go for civil and then have Masters in en. Engineering..
thanks for the information, this argument makes me more curious with this major, and i hope i could studying this more intense in a college
No problem. Its a good field if you’re truly passionate for it
It is the first time for me to see your channel but it is great please keep going and do more videos about the enviroment and the studies of the enviromental engineering and how to apply and which unis provide that course and all that kinda things.
Greetings from Egypt
Thank you for such kind words. :) I will try my best to continue
Personally, your videos have been very informative for me as I am diving closer into entering the journey of my career in Environmental Engineering. As you have mentioned in this video, there were doubts that made me think in hesitance, but overall I've decided to stick it through! Thank you
Thanks! I'm really glad to hear that and I'm glad I didn't scare you away from this
@@RandyLy Thanks for replying! Is MS ideal for the first job? I am planning on applying to internships and obtaining EIT and other beneficial certifications before I graduate BS. My Chinese-Mandarin study overseas have put me 2 years behind my peers, and ironically, it does feel like I am behind without trying to compare myself with them.
I graduate in December 2020 with an Environmental Engineering degree. Currently work at a civil firm, been there for 1 1/2 year. Trying to decide what I want to do...
I've always been curious about Civil Engineering and always thought they had it better than us.
hey! 👋🏻 saw your comment on Andrei Jikhs video and decided to stop by! Awesome content! Keep crushing it ❤️!
Hey we both got something in common. Thanks for dropping by
Oh hey I know Andrei Jikhs too!!! The guy who's into cards and finance.
I'm currently a site civil engineer, is it possible that I can shift career to Environmental Engineer even without taking some of the specific classes? I guess we only had the basics, but are there any difference on them? Because based on my browsing, environmental engineering is a branch of civil engineering, yet there are specific courses offered in the capital, I'm from a region in the Philippines and there are no specific environmental engrg courses offered. I graduated and passed the licensure exam in CE and I feel stock with my choice of career, I'm more interested to science and stuff, and I believe Environmental Engineering would be a good change, since it's awesome that you can do research and stuff on the environment, and very purposeful I believe.
At my university, Env Eng was a subcategory of Civil Engineering so the classes were very similar and most of my classmates were Civil engineers. I don't know how it works in other countries but here in the US; Env Eng are pretty flexible. I mentioned the job description is broad where some companies expect their Env Eng to construct and design processes while I've seen some others work with scientists and biologists taking water samples. It all depends on the company you're applying for and what they're doing rather than the title itself.
If you're interested in a more science related change, you might just need some exposure to labs to gain experience. I'd look for some lab internships/volunteering on the side while you continue your Civil Engineering job
Hi! I'm also from Philippines and there are universities that offers Environmental Engineering as a post-graduate degree. Mapua offers this degree and they also offer Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental and Sanitary Engineering which is the double-degree I'm planning to enroll in this coming school year. I hope this helps :))
I am an Enviornmental Engineer and I cant get a job with it heeeeeeellllllpppppppppppppp....It seems nice and intersting
I am sorry to hear that and understand that it is extremely difficult nowadays with COVID, but I cannot give you a job. I just applied everywhere until I got something.
Hey! I came across to your channel and found it very informational. I have a question for my university course and would love to have your opinion!
I am quite interested in renewable energy (such as solar), and would love to pursue a career within the renewable energy industry (or business).
Would a ‘chemistry engineering’ course be more beneficial or would a chemical and environmental engineering’ course be more beneficial and useful?
I've never taken a chemical engineering course during my time at university, so I can't say how helpful it will be. I would think the more you take, the more well-rounded you'd be in what's going in with that field. Just be aware of how much longer it would take to graduate and the costs to taking the classes. If I were in your shoes, I would take both courses to fulfill my curiosity and if you don't like it moving forward, at least you tried.
@@RandyLy Thank you! Does environmental engineering have a good future prospect and good future demand?
Would it be better to major in civil engineering or environmental engineering if i’m interested in hydrology
I’m leaning towards Environmental Engineering, but it shouldn’t matter. They are under the same category of the broader Civil Engineering department.
Teknik Lingkungan itu semi chemical engineering, semi sipil, semi mechanic, semi kimia dan semi biologi. Jd belajar banyak hal
Hey, im an environmental engineer form india. I'm planning for further studies in Canada. could you tell me which scope in env field is growing??
I don't have the right answer to that. I'm just going to speculate that water and waste might be the next big issue because of the current situation. I believe water will always be an issue because you hear all over the news that XX billions of people don't have access to clean drinking water. And I believe waste will become a future issue because of the current lockdowns. With more people staying at home and medical testings, all that waste has to go somewhere. Those were just my opinions, so do be careful in what field you choose.
@@RandyLy I'm planning for sustainable waste management course..... I'm not sure wheather I can get job after that or not
in future good scope.
While water and wastewater are always going to be important, storm and surface water quality is a major concern for many developed countries, especially in the United States as we have to comply with our overlord's (the Department of Ecology) National Pollutant and Discharge Elimination System permit in order to discharge untreated storm runoff into state waters. Surface water quality in the US is a major issue as Salmonid populations continue to decline and our oceans become more acidic. I am personally pursuing my Masters in Environmental Engineering after spending 3 years as a construction worker in Storm and Surface Water seeing just how important it is.
Thank you Kaiya for your insight. I haven’t had much exposure to storm water so this is definitely new to me. I’m glad you’re making a difference 😁
What if youre a 50 year old woman who never went to highschool.. you are at prealgebra level.. nobody believes in you including you... YET, an idea to become an environmental engineer has been driving you? And, please don't respond by saying that person is delusional.
I have more respect for people who are willing to learn despite their age compared to people who feel obligated to go to college because it is considered the norm. I commend you if you are pursuing this route. You are not delusional, but you will have many prerequisite classes to go through.
If you feel that school isn't right for you, you don't have to have a college degree or environmental engineer title to make a difference in this world.
@@RandyLy What other means to a secure income do I have besides going to school? And, what other ways can I be apart of environmental reclamation?
There are other methods of income besides going to an expensive college and getting a degree that might not even be necessary or used. Trade school or starting an online business are a couple of options.
If you are solely into env engineering because you want to work doing environmental reclamation, you might start out from the bottom working as a technician if you don't any experience.
I am a RPN trying to go back to school to get my RN but I am highly considering getting into environmental engineering! I went into nursing because of my personality, I am an extrovert, and many of the things you mentioned in this video pertains to nursing! I do not really like nursing i really want to get into water and air quality!
Thank you for your service during this whole pandemic. It is greatly appreciated!
Switching from nursing to engineering is going to be challenging because you'll have to catch up on all the academic requirements, but I am sure you can accomplish it. Nursing school is just as challenging.
@@RandyLy you’re welcome! I appreciate your kindness! Yes it’s totally left field! But I try to think of it as the same stress! I’m not unfamiliar with science courses but like you said I’ll have to start again! I don’t mind working with people but I don’t want to do patient care! I’m really interested in water resource and air quality which is why I’m leading towards environmental engineering! Any suggestions?
I don't think I could have ever been a nurse 😆. You guys have my highest respect.
My position is towards compliance, so I don't work in the lab, visualize data, use AutoCAD, or do permitting. My role requires lots of email responses, paperwork, and meeting with contractors/inspectors to make sure my facility runs smoothly. If you're interested in designing systems or water treatment plants, you'll be leaning towards the Civil Engineering side of Environmental engineering. If you're leaning towards air quality permitting, you'll need some background in chemistry and good customer service experience.
Dear bro
I am Ramkumar from India 🇮🇳.I want to build some machines to help reduce air and water pollution , to help address the problem of climate change and also design green technologies and I should have a startup to sell my products . So now my question is which branch should I choose for undergrad and postgraduate to fulfill my dreams and I am now currently in my high school.please help me with your valuable ideas.
Thanking you
With regards
R.Ramkumar
India
Hi Ramkumar,
I like your ambition and passion. Environmental engineering seems like the perfect route since you want to be creating green technology. You ultimately want to work in a research project during college, that way you can get exposed to what the process is like. No matter what field you go to (chemical, environmental, biological, etc...), getting into a research project with a professor or a graduate student should help you with your goals.
Bro how I can connect with you to get some valuable guidance.
You can just keep following the youtube channel for more videos. I do have an instagram that I mostly just use to DM people’s requests. I don’t post much there but I am active. And I do have a Linkedin that I will add somewhere on the TH-cam channel
I have recently done my b.tech in environmental engineering and I am very very week in chemistry.can this create problem for me in future?
It's not expected for you to be a professional chemist during the job, so I don't think so. Once you've passed all your classes, it should be OK. But that all depends on your employer and what they expect you to do on the job
@@RandyLy thank you
I am a fresh graduate of BS Environmnetal Engineering in the Philippines amidst the Covid 19 pandemic. I absolutely agree with everything you have uttered. At the moment, I am applying for an environmental entry-level jobs, but due to the broad scope of the job it makes me harder to get in. Nevertheless, the program offers higher responsibility for the environment in general with the smart application of science and engineering respectively. I am appealing here in the university where I graduated my degree to have a major of specification. This is to resolve the super ultra broad knowledge we need to acquire in order to compete with other engineering graduate. Pray for me guys that industries will open their doors for me. #USTP
I have been waiting for a long time now that there is one youtuber who could talk about my unspoken program. Kudos.
I am glad I can help!
I know fresh graduates applying during this pandemic is definitely going to be impossibly difficult. All I can do is just keep making videos and you can always DM me through my social medias if you have any specific questions
@@RandyLy Thank you, I will for sure.
@@ianfelixramirez643 Hi Kabayan, I'm actually thinking of taking MS Envi Eng'g. I'm quite naive at the job situation perspective because I'm from a different but related industry (agriculture).
I'm planning to focus on water quality on my MS if I continue to do so. Hearing your insight is quite discouraging. Lol.
@@ADDICTb2st Hello, well right now I am still enjoying a lot of job interviews and they end up asking me about my license or pieces of training related to the job. Yes, I would suggest that you should pursue the MS for Envi Eng'g because it is more specific and you'll be equipped robustly for it. You are also correct that this job is quite deprived than chemical engineers but I can assure you that this would take you farther enough to be financially competitive.
Hello kabayan. I'm 2nd year environmental engineering in UB. I'm wondering if our course is in demand here in our country? What future am I holding to?
So you're using Colgate?
Yes, I do. Colgate should sponsor me
300 applied for?! Thats insane!
That's the reality. Most were just automated rejections
next time please remove that toothpaste background :(
Future videos I no longer film in the bathroom anymore 😅
I'm just trying to discretely promote healthy teeth