“The ideal engineer is a composite … He is not a scientist, he is not a mathematician, he is not a sociologist or a writer; but he may use the knowledge and techniques of any or all of these disciplines in solving engineering problems.” — Nathan W. Dougherty, American Civil Engineer The world needs more […]
Biology is a hugely important field dealing with everything from the identification of plants, to the study of genetics, to the relationship between the climate and organisms. Though Aristotle is said to be the “father” of biology, it hasn’t been until the last two hundred years that the true importance of the science has emerged. […]
This post expands on our query titled-How much Science is in Fire Science Degree? We focused on subjects in the vein of science, whereas this query addresses the other courses you can expect. As explained in the other article, there are science courses, particularly chemistry. To understand the science of fire, you need to have […]
Certificate vs. Certification There is a difference between a fire science certificate and a certification offered by a professional organization. Certificate programs are available at community colleges, online universities, and fire schools. One of the features of a certificate is that provides a concentrated amount of knowledge in much less time and expense than it […]
IMAGE SOURCE A master’s degree in fire enhances a bachelor’s degree in a related field. It also complements experience in a fire department, fire protection, fire investigation, and leadership in an emergency management role. Current professionals in the field of fire safety will learn about finance, performance evaluation, and management techniques. Also, through different areas […]
If laboratory science classes are among your least favorite courses, you might wonder how you would fare in business school. While the amount of science coursework you need to graduate is minimal, studying the life and physical sciences can help you develop important skills you need in the business world. Science in an Undergraduate Business […]
You’ve always wondered how the world works. Why star patterns change throughout the year. Or how trees change their colors in the Fall. Or perhaps, what would happen if everyone on Earth jumped up and landed at the same time. This scientific impulse — to question how the world works, and proceed to find answers […]
Many potential students are innately drawn to psychology. Obtaining a degree can already be a journey of self-discovery. And to many, it just makes sense to couple this journey with a literal study of self-discovery: a study of the human mind. Thinkers and artists have speculated about psychological questions for all of time. And many […]
Most of us want to help others. Physical therapy is an excellent way to heal people while making a good living. If you’re great at making feel comfortable, interested in the human body, and want a fulfilling job that will allow you to work throughout the country, physical therapy might be right for you. In […]
There are many factors to living a long and healthy life, but nutrition is often one of the most important and changeable aspects of a healthy lifestyle. The right food for the right person heals naturally, prevents disease, and promotes fully functioning bodily systems. The “blue zones” are great examples of this. This term, coined […]
