Land surveying has been around for thousands of years — as long as land has been bought, sold, claimed or otherwise fought over. Surveyors once did their jobs using the unit of measurement made common by the Greeks and Romans — the foot. As anyone can imagine, this was rather imprecise, since feet come in…
DetailsFlorida architects face challenges that architects in some other parts of the U.S. don’t have to worry about as much, namely, hurricanes. Hurricanes can be catastrophically destructive, and Florida’s position in the Atlantic Ocean makes it particularly vulnerable. Hurricanes need warm water — at least 80 degrees — to form, according to the National Oceanic…
DetailsFlorida is one of the best places for architects to work. What makes it the best? Zippia, a website providing career guidance, rated job prospects for architects in Florida considering several criteria, including the average salary for architects in Florida as it relates to the cost of living there. For instance, you might make more…
DetailsMost states require professional development hours for architects seeking license renewal. The number of hours varies depending on the state. Florida is one of the more demanding states, requiring 24 professional development hours for a two-year license renewal, while some other states require 16, 12, 8 or even none. The Florida Department of Business and…
DetailsAn architecture degree is versatile, and continuing education for architects can open up more options for professionals in this field. The path to becoming an architect is long. Getting a bachelor’s degree in architecture does not make one an architect, although it’s good background. Architects must be licensed in all 50 states, and in order…
DetailsContinuing education for architects can provide these professionals with the skills necessary to take full advantage of their degrees and help maximize earning potential. It’s no small feat to become an architect. Years of difficult math classes combined with courses in design and construction challenge both sides of an architect’s brain. You must be able…
DetailsEnergy-efficient architecture is dynamic, and continuing education for architects can help professionals in the field stay abreast of important changes. Most people want to save energy, but not usually at the expense of their personal comfort. This conundrum has sparked creativity in the industry, creating a market for sustainable building materials and practices that meet…
DetailsWhen you’re an architect, continuing education is a must. In many states, it’s required to maintain licensure, and it’s also required for membership in the American Institute of Architects. But even if continuing education for architects was not required, it’s a critical component of staying marketable in your field. Architecture is a broad discipline with…
DetailsEngineering continuing education is important to advance in your career. What should engineers be learning and working on to put themselves at the front of the pack? Important skills for engineers to work on in order to better secure their futures can be broken down into two main categories: technical and soft skills. Devoting the…
DetailsEngineering continuing education classes have long been a requirement for licensing in many states. However, now it’s not enough to simply fulfill requirements if you want to get ahead in your field. Engineering is a competitive industry. According to typesofengineeringdegrees.org, the engineering field continues to grow, and students today can obtain one of 40 types…
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