The Civil Engineering Academy Podcast

By Isaac Oakeson

Welcome to The Civil Engineering Academy Podcast - your ultimate guide to everything related to civil engineering! Our goal is to support you at every stage of your journey to becoming a successful pr... more

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July 05, 2024Building Dreams With Project Schoolhouse With Renata Aleman
1.8 million. That’s how many people in Nicaragua (alone) still don't have access to clean, drinking water. 😲 In this episode, we interview Renata Aleman from Project Schoolhouse, a nonprofit that helps bring clean water and schools to remote areas in Nicaragua.

She shares the harsh reality of many others that we tend to overlook, and the many ways people, especially engineers, can get involved to help the cause with their knowledge and experience.

Tune in to Learn:
What Project Schoolhouse is all about

Nicaragua’s harsh reality without clean water

How engineers and firms can get involved to help the cause

What does the volunteer work look like in Nicaragua

Project Schoolhouse's ambitious goal (+ its huge price tag)

Her most favorite aspect of working at the organization

The second branch of Project Schoolhouse’s mission

🤝 OUR PARTNER:
Audible - https://civilengineeringacademy.com/audible

✅ RESOURCES MENTIONED:
"A Long Walk" Short Film - https://www.projectschoolhouse.org/a-long-walk
CEA Episode #149 (Isaac’s Trip with CHOICE Humanitarian) - https://youtu.be/0xs8Qx4M-pE?si=EE6uNkx7ZMfAkvtv

📧 CONNECT WITH PROJECT SCHOOLHOUSE:
Volunteer - https://www.projectschoolhouse.org/careers-and-volunteer-opportunities
Donate - https://projectschoolhouse.org/donate
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/project-schoolhouse
Instagram (@projectschoolhouse) - https://www.instagram.com/projectschoolhouse
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ProjectSchoolhouse
Newsletter - https://www.projectschoolhouse.org/newsletter-signup
Contact Page - https://www.projectschoolhouse.org/get-involved
Email - [email protected]

📧 CONNECT WITH RENATA:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/renataaleman

🎁 FREEBIES:
The 5 Best FE Resources - https://civilengineeringacademy.com/feguide
The Civil PE Startup Guide - https://civilengineeringacademy.com/peguide
FREE CFM® Course Module - https://floodplainreviewcourse.com/freemodule

📚 EXAM PREP RESOURCES:
Main Website - https://civilengineeringacademy.com
Civil FE Review Course - https://civilfereviewcourse.com
Civil PE Review Courses - https://civilpereviewcourse.com/home
Civil PE Depth Review Courses - https://civilengineeringacademy.com/civil-pe-depth-review-courses
Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course - https://floodplainreviewcourse.com
FE Practice Exams - https://civilengineeringacademy.com/fe-exam
FE CBT Exam Simulator - https://civilengineeringacademy.thrivecart.com/cea-civil-fe-cbt-exam-simulator/
PE Breadth Practice Exams - https://civilengineeringacademy.com/breadth
PE Depth Practice Exams - https://civilengineeringacademy.com/depth-exam
PE CBT Exam Simulator - https://civilengineeringacademy.thrivecart.com/cea-civil-pe-cbt-exam-simulator
Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Practice Exam - https://ioakeson.gumroad.com/l/wyeljy

📱 CONNECT WITH CEA:
Free Newsletter - https://civilengineeringacademy.com/newsletter
Free Facebook Community - https://ceacommunity.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theceacademy
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/civil-engineering-academy
Email - [email protected]
...more
27min
June 28, 2024An Engineer's Guide to a Purpose Driven Life with Jeff Perry
Picture this: You have a good engineering job. You make decent money. Your family is fine. So, why do you feel unsatisfied with your life and career? 🤔 The answer…you’re not being intentional with either of them.

In this episode, we interview Jeff Perry, a career coach and the author of The Intentional Engineer book. Based on his own life experiences, he’s been working one-on-one with engineers and tech professionals to help them find and build a career that aligns (keyword there!) with their life visions.

Now, he’s put all his frameworks and step-by-step processes to do this into a book. With actionable exercises, the book helps you take a hard look at your life and finally find “career-life fit,” no matter what that looks like to you. 👷

Tune in to Learn:
The common themes among engineers who feel unsatisfied with their careers

2 problems with the current view of "work-life balance”... and the right way to look at it

A real-life example of being an intentional engineer

Why you don’t need a new job with a higher salary to find “career-life fit”

How the book is structured to force you to act on it and find the life and work you want

The surprisingly simple, top-secret tool to being intentional (+ 2 reasons why it works)

What the “zone of genius” is…and how to find yours

Why feedback is a gift and how to process the harsh ones — plus why you should

🤝 Our Partners:
Audible
Builtbar

✅ Resources Mentioned:
The Intentional Engineer Book
The International Engineer Website
The Intentional Engineer LinkedIn Newsletter
CEA Podcast Episode #104 (Jeff Perry)
7 Habits of Highly Effective People, by Stephen Covey
Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

📧 Connect With Jeff:
LinkedIn
Website

🎁 Freebies:
The 5 Best FE Resources
The Civil PE Startup Guide
FREE CFM® Course Module

📚 Exam Prep Resources:
Main Website
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Courses
The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses
The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course
FE Practice Exams
FE CBT Exam Simulator
PE Breadth Practice Exams
PE Depth Practice Exams
PE CBT Exam Simulator
CFM® Practice Exam

📱 Connect With Us:
Free CEA Community
YouTube Channel
Instagram
LinkedIn
[email protected]
...more
29min
June 21, 2024Blueprints and Passports: Samia’s Engineering Expedition
From Bangladesh to a P.Eng. in Canada to a PE in the US…Samia Bhuiyan has been proving all the stereotypes wrong across the world! 🌎

In this interview, she shares her incredible journey to become a woman Structural Engineer (we know that’s rare but shouldn't!) and pass her PE Exam as a working mom of two kids! 👶 😲

Any women engineers out there with kids? International women engineers coming to the US? Then give this a listen! 😉

Tune in to Learn:
Her journey to become a PE from Bangladesh to Canada to the US

Coming to the US as an international Structural Engineer

Are the requirements to get the PE the same if you already have the P.Eng.?

Why she failed the PE 1st time…and what changed everything for her 2nd try

3 surprisingly simple exam prep tips to breeze through the PE Exam

How to prove international education and work experience to be able to take the PE

Her strategy for taking practice exams….include The Ultimate CBT Exam Simulator

How to handle “Test questions” on the PE the don’t count toward your score

How to prepare for theory questions on exam day

3 reasons why she recommends The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course

What the PMP certification is and when it may be a good addition to your career

Her #1 advice for those preparing for the PE Exam (and it’s not related to studying)

🤝 Our Partners:
Namecheap
Builtbar

☑️ Resources Mentioned:
The Ultimate Civil PE Structural Review Course (Waitlist)
PE CBT Exam Simulator
PMP® CertificationSE Exam, by NCEES
P.Eng Licensure in Canada
University of Alberta

📧 Connect With Samia:
LinkedIn

🎁 Freebies:
The 5 Best FE Resources
The Civil PE Startup Guide
FREE CFM® Course Module

📚 Exam Prep Resources:
Main Website
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses
The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course
FE Practice Exams
FE CBT Exam Simulator
PE Breadth Practice Exams
PE Depth Practice Exams
PE CBT Exam Simulator
CFM® Practice Exam

📱 Connect With Us:
Free CEA Community
YouTube Channel
Instagram
LinkedIn
[email protected]
...more
23min
June 14, 2024DeFEating the Odds: A Student’s Battle with the Civil FE Exam
Failed the Civil FE Exam once? Twice? Five times? Well, "don't waste a failure." That’s a mantra Ryan Turley adopted to pass this thing on his 5th attempt! 😲

In this episode, Ryan shares his emotional story of perseverance, from hitting rock bottom and doubting if he was “good enough” for engineering to finally becoming an EIT. If you've been struggling with the FE, Ryan's journey speaks directly to you…and he offers invaluable tips to overcome these repeated setbacks.

Tune in to Learn:
His experience failing the Civil FE Exam 3 times while still in school

Reaching rock bottom after failing it the 4th time around

His successful 5th attempt (and how to get back on your feet after a failure)

3 top-notch tips for repeat takers to get over this hump

The mindset you should have when answering the exams questions

What changes should you make in your studying after a failed attempt?

His strategy for taking practice exams (and what they help you with)

Why is the Civil FE Exam so difficult?

Are the FE Exam questions tricky…on purpose?

What he enjoyed about The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course

What having the EIT initials does for you and your career

Why does he recommend The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course?

How much prep do you need for the FE, and how decides it?

🤝 OUR PARTNERS:
Audible
Built Bar

☑️ Resources Mentioned:
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
Civil FE Practice Exams (Vol. 1 & 2)
FE CBT Exam Simulator
Civil PE Review Course Update
FE Civil Exam, by NCEES
"Don't Waste a Failure," by Nick Saban
Harding University

📧 Connect With Ryan:
LinkedIn
Instagram

🎁 Freebies:
The 5 Best FE Resources
The Civil PE Startup Guide
FREE CFM® Course Module

📚 Exam Prep Resources:
Main Website
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses
The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course
FE Practice Exams
FE CBT Exam Simulator
PE Breadth Practice Exams
PE Depth Practice Exams
PE CBT Exam Simulator
Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Practice Exam
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📱 Connect With Us:
Free CEA Community
YouTube Channel
Instagram
LinkedIn
[email protected]
...more
34min
June 09, 2024The Civil Side of Silicon: A Civil Engineer’s Transition to Tech with Stefanie Reichman
Feeling trapped by “traditional” engineering roles? Do you want a way out to a career you truly enjoy? 🤔 Well, meet Stefanie Reichman, PE!

In this episode, Stefanie shares her journey from dissatisfaction with both the design and project management aspects of engineering to discovering her dream career at Bluebeam that aligns with her life goals. If you’ve been considering a career pivot, whether within the industry or moving to something totally new, this interview has all the guidelines you need to do it right. 😉

Tune in to Learn:
Why she took the FE Exam while in school (Hint: not what you think)

Her journey to pass the PE Construction Exam in the pandemic

From engineering to tech: Her career pivots to find a job she liked

How her application process went and what she does at Bluebeam today

Is the AEC industry good for soon-to-be mothers?

Tips and advice if you’re considering making a career change

The pros and cons of working in the tech industry as a PE

Do you need PDHs even if you don’t use your PE license at work?

What she enjoys the most about her work in tech

Is working at a tech company as good as it’s advertised?

How to start your search for engineering tech jobs the right way

Her resources to help you make a career pivot

🤝 OUR PARTNER:
Audible

☑️ Resources Mentioned:
Free Career Pivot Checklist
Career Pivot Guide
Bluebeam
FAA's Drone License

📧 Connect With Stefanie:
LinkedIn

🎁 Freebies:
The 5 Best FE Resources
The Civil PE Startup Guide
FREE CFM® Course Module

📚 Exam Prep Resources:
Main Website
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses
The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course
FE Practice Exams
FE CBT Exam Simulator
PE Breadth Practice Exams
PE Depth Practice Exams
PE CBT Exam Simulator

📱 Connect With Us:
Free CEA Community
YouTube Channel
Instagram
LinkedIn
[email protected]
...more
29min
May 31, 2024Crushing the PE Construction Exam and Project Management with PJ Rosowski
Taking the PE Construction Exam? Then our interview with Paul Rosowski is for you! He passed one of the most brutal PE civil exams…without a Construction background and specialized in the Renewable Energy field. 😲 In this episode, he dives into his exam prep to help you pass this brutal exam too — plus some tips if you want to go down the Project Management route based on his own experience. 😉

Tune in to Learn:
How he got started preparing for the PE Exam
How long your exam prep should be
His tips for those taking the PE Construction Exam
What he enjoyed the most about The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
His strategy for taking practice exams
A study tip to predict questions that may come your way
How many theory and AIT questions can you expect on the PE Exam?
How getting his PE helped him move up at work, from Engineer to Project Manager
What new professional skills does it take to be a project manager?
Why he recommends Civil Engineering Academy to future PE test-takers
Tips for those interested in getting into the Renewable Energy Industry

☑️ Resources Mentioned:
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
Westwood Professional Services
University of Wisconsin

📧 Connect With Paul:
LinkedIn
Instagram

🎁 Freebies:
The 5 Best FE Resources
The Civil PE Startup Guide
FREE CFM® Course Module

📚 Exam Prep Resources:
Main Website
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses
The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course
CA Seismic & Survey Courses (Waitlist)
FE Practice Exams
FE CBT Exam Simulator
PE Breadth Practice Exams
PE Depth Practice Exams
PE CBT Exam Simulator

📱 Connect With Us:
Free CEA Community
YouTube Channel
Instagram
LinkedIn
[email protected]
...more
28min
May 25, 2024Under Oath: Unraveling Civil Engineering Depositions
Ever got called up to testify in court after a project turned into a legal war? 🤔 Yeah…depositions in Civil Engineering are more common than you think, and you need to be prepared. Today, Mark jumps on to share his firsthand experience with his most recent deposition, plus the key takeaways for both navigating them and safeguarding your career. ⚖️

Tune in to Learn:
What are depositions in Civil Engineering projects?

The best thing to do when "invited" to testify

How do you prepare for a deposition?

What it's like to be in a deposition for a project issue

What should you do if you give a wrong answer?

Why your firm's layer's objection can't save you from giving an answer

The right way to avoid legal issues in your career

Key principles to successfully navigating a deposition

Our Partner:
Audible
Built Bar

OUR Freebies:
The 5 Best FE Resources
The Civil PE Startup Guide
FREE CFM® Course Module

Our Exam Prep Resources:
Main Website
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses
The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course
CA Seismic & Survey Courses (Waitlist)
FE Practice Exams
FE CBT Exam Simulator
PE Breadth Practice Exams
PE Depth Practice Exams
PE CBT Exam Simulator (Updated for 2024 Specs)

Connect With Us:
Free CEA Community
YouTube Channel
Instagram
LinkedIn
[email protected]
...more
22min
May 17, 2024A Tale of Civil Engineering and Global Pursuits with Pei Huang
Are you a foreign woman civil engineer in the US looking to get your PE? 🤔 Then our latest episode with Pei Huang is for you! She came to the US from China for her Master’s, got her PhD too, and passed her PE exam on the first try — while pregnant and working full-time! 😲 In this episode, she reveals her international journey from Environmental to Water Resources to Transportation…all the way to doing real estate on the side (No, not a typo. 😂)

Tune in to Learn:
Why she switched from Water Resources to Transportation Engineering

Why did she go for her PhD (and should you)?

How a PhD eliminates one step on your journey to becoming PE easier

Her exam prep strategy to pass the PE on the first try, pregnant and working full-time

Why working full-time while prepping for the PE Exam is actually a good thing

Challenges and cultural differences she faced being an international woman engineer

Advice for women engineers to thrive in the field

Her two-word piece of advice for young engineers, both men and women

The importance of mentors and the many different ways to find one

The BIG lie of “work-life balance”...and what it truly is.

Our Partner:
Audible

Resources Mentioned:
Silicon Slopes
University of Utah

Connect With Pei:
LinkedIn

Our Freebies:
The 5 Best FE Resources
The Civil PE Startup Guide
FREE CFM® Course Module

Our Exam Prep Resources:
Main Website
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses
The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course
CA Seismic & Survey Courses (Waitlist)
FE Practice Exams
FE CBT Exam Simulator
PE Breadth Practice Exams
PE Depth Practice Exams
PE CBT Exam Simulator

Connect With Us:
Free CEA Community
YouTube Channel
Instagram
LinkedIn
[email protected]
...more
32min
May 10, 2024How Drones Enhance Utility Asset Inspections and Benefit Civil Engineers with Erik Bitzko
Want to build a career in the drone industry…even as a civil engineer? 🤔 Chances are you already have what you need! In this episode, we interview Erik Bitzko, one of the first to ever fly drones (since the Section 333 days! 😲) who pioneered many of the techniques used in the utility world today. He’s now spreading the word all over the country as the Senior Vice President of Electric Utilities at Firmatek and teaches you how you can get into the industry as well.

Tune in to Learn:
How drones are being used in the utility industry and in civil engineering projects

3 interesting uses of drone you’ve never heard of before

How to stay up to date on drone tech and applications

How 3D printers are complement drone usage and application

What are the limitations of drones?

A day in his life as the Vice President of the drone program

The downsides of having working with drones

How you can get in the drone arena by accident” — just as Erik did

The future of drones: have they “crossed the chasm” already?

🤝 Our Partners:
Built BarNamecheap

✅ Resources Mentioned:
Remote Pilot Certificate (FAA's Part 107 Drone License)
Beginner Drone
Texas Memorial Day Floods
Firmatek

📧 Connect With Erik:
LinkedIn

🎁 Our Freebies:
The 5 Best FE Resources
The PE Startup Guide
FREE CFM® Course Module

📚 Our Exam Prep Resources:
Main Website
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses
Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course
CA Seismic & Survey Courses (Waitlist)
FE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam Simulator
PE Breadth Practice Exams
PE Depth Practice Exams
PE CBT Exam Simulator

📱 Connect With Us:
Free CEA Community
YouTube Channel
Instagram
LinkedIn
[email protected]
...more
23min
May 03, 2024The Foundation Repair Expert with RK Bob Brown
Calling all Engineers and homeowners out there! 🏠 Today’s interview is with none other than Bob Brown, the foundation repair expert who built, grew, and later sold Arizona Foundation Solutions. Bob’s spent years fixing all types of foundation issues you can imagine, and in this interview, he dives deep into it. From foundation maintenance tips to keep your house safe… all the way to how you as an engineer can carve out a lucrative career in the industry as well. ⛏️

Tune in to Learn:
His journey from a real estate development dream to the foundation repair industry

How he learned concrete foundations without a civil engineering degree

Tools he developed to help engineers in their foundation consulting business

One jaw-dropping aspect of the foundation repair industry you didn't know

A common foundation issue most people get mixed up all the time

Tips for engineers who want to start their own practice...from a guy who did it twice

Basic foundation maintenance tips for homeowners to avoid major headaches

Do cracks automatically mean foundation issues?

How a career in Geotech can be risk-free and lucrative

Our Partner:
Built Bar

Resources Mentioned:
Foundation Repair Secrets Book
Arizona State University

Connect With Bob Brown:
LinkedIn
Website
YouTube Channel
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
TikTok

OUR FREEBIES:
The 5 Best FE Resources
The PE Startup Guide
FREE CFM® Course Module

Our Exam Prep Resources:
Main Website
The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course
The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses
Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course
CA Seismic & Survey Courses (Waitlist)
FE Practice Exams
FE CBT Exam Simulator
PE Breadth Practice Exams
PE Depth Practice Exams
PE CBT Exam Simulator

Connect With Us:
Free CEA Community
YouTube Channel
Instagram
LinkedIn
[email protected]
...more
22min

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