how many years of college do i need to be a environmental engineer ? how much money do i need?
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When the oil business cratered in the 1980's, many engineers retrained into environmental. There were also gov't subsidies to retrain.\n\nAny engineering degree is a 4-yr degree, otherwise you are a Tech. \n\nThe amount of money depends on where you go to school. I live in Oklahoma, where the oil used to be, but where many colleges still have good curriculum. Private universities are ten times the cost of State schools, like OU and OSU, and the Junior Colleges are even cheaper.\n\nThere are many grants available. Check at your local library. At the very least, you can get low-interest loans. \n\nDon't worry about the money to get started. Just get started. You may need money to live on to attend school full time, but work on getting funding first. A free ride while attending school is what you're trying to do. \n\nThere is a reason some colleges cost more. You get what you pay for. The major schools employ the genius, while the lesser schools employ those who are just beginning, or haven't made a particular mark. You want to be taught by the best you can afford. Do not scrimp or cut corners on your education. Challenge yourself. It will reward you for a lifetime.
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1. Go to a university that awards Bachelor of Science in Engineering and/or Bachelor of Engineering. Make sure the school is ABET accredited.\n2. Earn an Engineering degree.\n3. Take and pass the Engineer In Training (EIT) exam.\n4. Get at least 4 years experience.\n5. Take and pass the Profesional Engineer exam.\n\nThen, and only then, can you truly call yourself an Engineer.
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You could work for a gov. regulating agency like the water board or the air board. You could work in an industrial facility as an environmental technician and help keep the facility in compliance with the regulations. You could work for the forest service studying different parts of the ecosystem. You could work for an independent consulting firm and contract your services to different groups, industry, commercial, or govenrment depending on your emphasis and their need. There are a lot of options...those are just off the top of my head.
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5 years in Canada.  3 years for you first undergrad and 2 years in an education program.  But, it's well worth it.
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It’s about 5 years of college, then you work an internship under a certified architect for another 3. After that you take the PE exam and if you pass it. Viola, you're an architect.
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In the US it can be military training, a two year technical school, or a two-year Associates Degree college program to become a technician. A minimum four year Bachelor's Degree program is required to become a licensed engineer. Becoming a licensed ham radio operator or an active member of a robotics hobbyist club will help you to become an exceptional engineer.\n\nWK
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1.  If it is about civil engineering then it would be to finish getting my bachelors faster rather than go to school and pursue a dead end relationship during my college years.\n\n2.  I've noticed that civil engineering jobs are becoming more and more strict in terms of allowing people to practice in the field.  If you only have an associates, you might not even get a job in civil engineering.  Perhaps only as a drafter or something similar and the pay will not even be close to an entry level civil engineering position.\n\n3.  After college, 4 years to become a Professional Engineer (PE).
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What is your MS in?  If it's remotely related to anything to do with education or research, I could pass your resume around here, a Canadian University.\n*edit* a followup now that I know your degree- I would contact the companies that are involved in the Oil Sands exraction in Alberta- they are desperate for engineers and environmental experts, and they are in short supply- The pay is excellent, and it is likely to be stable because of oil prices...It's a bit isolated, but fantastic experience and pay-
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College - 4 years\nMed School - 4 years\nResidency - 3+ years
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Save your money.  An engineering degree isn't worth anything.    Especially for software, computer and electronics.  The average carreer lasts about 5-7 years at low pay which isn't long enough to recoupe what it costs to go to school.  \n\nYou could try appplying for a Pell grant.  But its still a waste of time.  Once you get an engineering degree, this closes the door and opportunity to get scholarships in other fields.\n\nSorry, but there just aren't any jobs out there right now for engineeers.
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Unless you get a scholarship or assistantship, unfortunately it will cost you more than $10,000/year. Check out University of Miami and UCLA - those universities are located in the places where you want to be.
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college- 3-5 years\ngraduate school (masters)- 2-4 years\ngraduate school (PhD)- approx. 4 years\n\nHowever, I believe you can become a Marine Biologist with merely a college degree but to really know a subject you should get a PhD.\n\nGood luck!
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Degree in Biology, Chemistry or Environmental Science and then either join the Meat Hygiene Service or the Environmental agency. Would recommend doing a masters in Environmental management or biochemistry.\n\nI
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Well, my dad is a computer professor! You can become an engineer if you want. Just make sure that the job you choose is a job you can put up with for about 15 years. Good luck!
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If you want to be some kind of technician or police officer, two year is fine. If you want to learn a lot and have a more interesting job with more money, you have to go to a 4-year college. Get as much education as you can.
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An actual degree is not necessary, but there is a certificate program.  It cost money too.  Sometimes if you hook up with a real estate company they will help supply the cost for the program.  Once you are certified you will also have to keep your certificate updated by attending I think it is 20 hours of seminars per year.  This helps keep your license up to date.
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First thing would be to apply to every Geologic, Environmental, and Environmental Engineering company that you know of.\nSecond, try not to be tied to a certain location.  There are tons of geology jobs out there, but unless you live in the American Southwest, most of them will require you to move away from home.\nThird, have your professors refer you to former students from the department who are working in the field.