So, what did you do today?

[kbrewmr2]

congrats Glenn!

[BlueFirePony]

I signed up for my last class I need for my AAS. I know that is small potatoes to pretty much everyone here, but I am pretty glad about it.
I am thinking about my BS now. Just not sure where to start and how big a task I am biting off. I would love to get some input from those who have done it the hard way like i am.

Good for you Glenn. Completing goals related to education, skills etc. - nothing small about that and it sounds like you are stoked! I'd offer you advice but I've had everything handed to me....

[GlennCMC70]

I am really not sure what to do next. This degree really gets me nothing at this point in my life other than I can say I have it instead of I almost have it.
Do I go for some type of management degree or is it worth working on an engineering degree.

[Pranav]

Engineering, specifically engineering technology. I think with your background you could do well with one of the Engineering technology programs out there; anyone near you offering a good engineering electronics technology program?

[GlennCMC70]

Engineering, specifically engineering technology. I think with your background you could do well with one of the Engineering technology programs out there; anyone near you offering a good engineering electronics technology program?

That is what I need to figure out. Not really intrested in a EE. I've had electronics repair training and was trained down to the component level. Not fun stuff.
When I first enlisted I was suposed to be a jet engine mechanic. At the last minute I changed my path to electronics repair. I know w/ 100% certainty I would have been more successful as a mechanic as it comes really easy to me. I also know I would have had to do much more physical work as well. Pretty much why I ended up in electronics.
My age is something to consider. At best I'll be 45-46 if I work my ass off to get my BS (in anything). Where does that put me carre wise w/ an ME? I'm really thinking some type of buisiness managment would be better, but I'm worried about my intrest level.
Good stuff Pranav. Thanks.

[Pranav]

Yeah that's why I suggested engineering technology; compared to the full-on engineering degrees the pre-req requirement/load is much lighter; you aren't stuck taking a bunch of extra match/physics/chem/thermo junk so I assume you should be able to get thru it quick. Those guys are still finishing school and getting some good salary numbers; I know a couple that are doing pretty well for themselves right now.

There are different variants of this kind of program; at A&M during my time they had three: mechanical/manufacturing, electronics, and industrial distribution.

[kbrewmr2]

Of course the entry level engineer is going to push entry level engineering. Seems like it'd be a reboot / change of carreer paths to me....

Aren't you starting to oversee people Glenn - you know, manage them - in your current role & path within your company? Even if you changed companies wouldn't you be at a similar level & overseeing people?

[Trublu]

With your background I'd be seriously considering an Oilfield position, particularly in the subsea discipline. The business is booming and the discipline is the most in demand with one of the highest pay. Besides that you've already got plenty of contacts.....

[marshall_mosty]

UNT has a good Engineering Technology program. We've picked up a few good engineers (both mechanical and electrical) from their program.

[marshall_mosty]

Got the transmission pulled and front cluster gear race resealed. Also pulled the rear diff cover pulled and reinstalled. Hopefully no more leaky rear... That's embarrasing.