About Al Hall Expertise I can answer questions concerning: electric power generation, boilers, turbines, thermodynamic efficiency, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, computer modeling, PEPSE modeling expert
I can not answer questions regarding: electricity, generators, circuit analysis, controls, mechanics of materials, structural design, chemistry, and civil engineering
Experience I have 20 years experience working for electric power generators all over the US, as well as the world. I have taught courses in power plant performance testing, I have written subroutines for the PEPSE software (the Cadillac of the power plant modeling software). I have experience with fluidized bed combustion. I have experience with a variety of projects designing equipment, modifying processes, evaluating equipment life using NDT techniques.
Publications Presented papers at the performance software users group.
Education/Credentials Bachelors and Masters Degrees from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
Question What is the difference between a Bsc in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering? If I decide to do the B-Eng would I regret it? Is the B-Eng recognised in the Industries?
Answer Good question. I can answer you, but the one to ask this question is really the guidence councilor at your school. I will tell you my opinion, however, and this may only provide you with more questions for your councilor.
I have my Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering, and a Masters in Engineering. My Masters work was definately in Mechanical Engineering, but an Electrical Engineer or Chemical Engineer would also recieve the same Degree Title. A Masters of Mechanical Engineering was also available, but the requirements did not fit my research. ...
Having said that, I would guess that a Bsc, or Bachelors of Science in Engineering would be a little more intense in the math/physics areas (not knowing the program, I can only guess). It is probably not focused in any one area of engineering, but generally deals with all of them. I could concieve that a program for a Bachelors of Engineering could include non-calculus math, and non-calculus based physics, but it would NOT be nearly as good as one using calculus and physics as a foundation.
As far as your future is concerned, I think that you would certianly regret taking the easier path. The payback would certianly be different. The job market is pretty competitive these days, so you need every advantage you can get.
Again, as far as Industry is concerned, what you need to be concerned with is the schools accreditation. What is their reputation. These are more questions for your councilor.
