Preserving the environment is one of the most critical issues we are facing today. How we act now will determine the fate of future generations. What really inspired me to consider environmental engineering as a profession was my Advanced Placement Environmental Science class in high school – it opened my eyes to global issues such as overpopulation, loss of biodiversity, inefficient energy sources, irresponsible waste disposal, etc. - and it motivated me to want to do something about it. What I want to ultimately accomplish in this field of work is facilitate the growth of the use of renewable energy sources, support responsible population reduction initiatives, and develop agricultural practices that ensure food and water security for every single person on the planet. The nature of the work varies depend on what one wants to specialize in. Many engineers work in office settings (with a great deal of operational record keeping, paperwork, and technical reports), but it often requires hands-on work and on-site oversight, especially when working in construction, ecosystem remediation, natural resource cultivation, or waste management. Oftentimes, engineers work over 40 hours a week in order to meet deadlines and finish all their tasks. On average, daily face-to-face, email, and telephone communication, and group collaboration with contractors, staff, and clients are necessary for careers offered to environmental engineers. At the same time, independent work is emphasized.
I have attended the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh for the last two years. I will be entering my junior year pursuing a Bachelor Degree of Science with a major in Environmental Studies. My career interests entail green energy and natural resource management. I was a young child when I started attending a summer camp program that emphasized nature and environmental conservation—ever since I have made outdoor activities into hobbies and continued interest in environmental sustainability. The University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh focuses on sustainability through green building, alternative and solar energy, and curbing pollution.
I chose this program as my research because it is related to my major, and I can use this knowledge to further my mastery of environmental engineering. Nowadays, many people have a responsibility to take care of the Mother Earth, and “green” activities must take action from now onwards because actions speak louder than words.
The way I see it with the constant problems we have surrounding our earth, a career involving the environment will always be increasing in the jobs demand. With the problems we have here today, such as our ice caps melting, meteors getting crashed into us, our sun potentially exploding, or our ozone layer simply evaporating, I hope I will be someone who can contribute to stopping a disaster such as those from happening. I don’t know much of the career I would have to go into to begin these goals of mine, but I do know that all these different careers involve a lot of studies, and classes like environmental studies, and other science classes.
We have one Earth and we need to protect it. We have been ignoring the consequences of pollution for too long. We produce over a billion pounds of waste and 40 billion metric tons of human-made CO2 pollution a year. I work well with others and I plan to use that skill in my career as well. I plan to work with environmental scientist, engineers, and others who have a similar passion about protecting our environment as myself.
Science is in my blood. I grew up always being fascinated in science both physical and environmental. My love for science started early when I was able to play outside every day and performing my own experiments in the backyard. Throughout middle school and high school, I took every available science course, I simply just wanted to know more. I did not know my exact path of study until my senior year in high school. I enrolled into an AP Environmental Science class, a brand new test run course at my school. Thinking back to AP Environmental Science, it was not just the material that directed my study. Ultimately it was my teacher, Mrs. Andre, who strengthen the flames of desire and intrigue to continue along the environmental studies path. Her drive and passion every day is what inspired me to focus on environmental education and communication.
However, while many small efforts are necessary, large changes can be accomplished when individuals have the intent, knowledge, skills, and credentials to initiate, plan, and carry out projects designed to solve these issues. Environmental Studies would prepare me to be one of those people. After completing my degree I will be able to participate in efforts to solve many of the environmental problems Hawaii now faces.
It is especially important for environmental engineers to stay up with the latest advancements as it allows a more efficient way of protecting the environment as well as to give the client the best possible solution to their problem. Lifelong learning not only leads to a better environment, it also leads to adaptability among workers in new situations, increased competitiveness within the job sector and personal development.
Being an environmental science students will allow me to continue acquire and share my knowledge and experience, coming from a country that is still deeply struggling with social, political, and economic problems. I could sense it the humanity of the academic and professional community, as if it were a parent, nurturing its child scholarly. Right now, I am that child determined to pursue a dream in spite of multiple past challenges, persevering in seeking ways to better my life, to challenge the status quo and the world around me.
I will graduate from AHS with over one hundred hours of community service. I have gotten most of my hours by volunteering for the Anacortes Parks and Rec, as well as doing volunteer work through my high school. For the APRD, I have been a volunteer coach for volleyball and basketball for many years. I have also gotten some of my community service hours by collecting canned food for local food banks with my different sports teams. Three times a year, my teammates and I go out into the community and collect canned food to help fill the local food banks. The AP Environmental Science Class has allowed me to do volunteer work through the Green Club at AHS. I have gotten community service hours from the Green Club by helping build rain gardens in
Environmental engineering is a topic that I have only been introduced to this year, as I decided to take an online course in Environmental Science. Throughout my class, I learned the various positions offered in this field of science, and this particular one caught my attention. I particularly liked the fact that it used the principles of various sciences such as biology and chemistry and the engineering aspect of being innovative appealed to me as well. Throughout my shadowing experience, I had trouble taking pictures on my own due to an extensive photo release form; however, the woman I shadowed was kind enough to work around that by taking pictures for me and then filling out the release form after. The only other issue that I had with
I would like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to write my desired future based Master Program in Software Engineering. I feel that a higher education for Masters enable me to approach to the most recent technologies and to practice myself in a competitive environment and learn more skills in the field of Software Engineering.
Jobs require many things, for example,Industrial engineering deals with the organization of materials, people, and equipment in the production process. Environmental engineering is a field that has and manages the public's demand for clean air and water and listens to their concerns over the damage being done to the earth and ecological systems from pollution. Architectural engineering is closely related to architecture. Whereas architecture emphasizes the aesthetics, design and function of the built
Personal Statement: Twenty years of education have brought me a deep appreciation for the study of the Power systems, Controls systems and Telecommunication. When the time came to specialize, my decision to major in Electrical Power Engineering was motivated by the hope of achieving a strong opportunity of creativity, research, and development. Electrical Engineering, with its myriad sub-domains and multi-faceted nature is a natural amalgamation that allows me to express my creativity and innovative power to bring about works that offer benefits to society. The tools and aims may be different, but designing and developing software/hardware or devising a novel mathematical proof is relatable to the work of artists in their shared spirit of creating. I view my decision to study Electrical Engineering as a natural means of fulfilling my need to create since it equips me with tools for the job: the ability to devise, test and evaluate Power systems and the programming knowledge required to implement them.
The development of every nation hinges on the effectiveness of their transportation systems. Movement of goods, services and people to and from work is made possible by transportation systems. The importance of effective transportation systems cannot be over-emphasized. A lot of countries are facing Transportation problems and my country Ghana is no exception. A trip of about 30 minutes can take about an hour or more due to traffic jams. This is seriously impacting productivity and has been a topical issue in the country. The situation is the same in Uganda where I currently work. To this end, Transportation Engineers are needed to design roads/ highways that will stand the test of time, plan effective traffic management systems to reduce travel
I feel greatly pleased in presenting myself as Environmental Engineering student. It was the first time I had seen a board with slogan ‘Garbage is Penny', when I was in grade five. My childhood brain could not understand the chemistry behind garbage being money. Following basic the concept of compost manure, I then realized garbage can be converted into money if recycled as compost manure.