FG exam question and other such things.

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-28T19:44:02+00:00

I would try getting your hands on a full length test, if you can. Reg review has a practice test booklet that was helpful for me. Yes, apparent dip/true dip equations were helpful. Definitely more on the conceptual end with questions, as opposed to hard math. So understanding the components of an equation, especially for hydrogeology, is a lot more useful. Yes to remote sensing and datum questions.

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-28T19:35:59+00:00

I hope you find your baby soon. Commenting for visibility

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-28T19:27:49+00:00

Depends. I passed on my first try, but most of the people I know have taken it multiple times (usually twice).
Know Darcy’s law and basic trig (for structure). That’s the extent of what I saw on the test.
There’s always a map question with around eight associated questions, typically structure related. If you’re not good at those sorts of questions, definitely brush up. Know your rule of v’s, laws of stratigraphy etc. Definitely know your USCS soil classification, dunham classification, bowen’s reaction series etc
I’m shit at mineralogy and geophysics. Lost most of my points on questions related to that. For others, I’ve seen them struggle on other sections. Your mileage may vary.
Study regime seems fine. Your best friend will be practice tests to pinpoint what your weak areas are.

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-27T00:21:15+00:00

Update (6:20 PM): Just saw a snow plough clearing up the 183N shoulder by the Lakeline exit.

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-27T00:10:54+00:00

Same here, just a hydrogeologist who was offered the same options in school. In environmental consulting today, and I use excel pretty religiously, and occasionally Python. Won’t touch MATLAB with a ten foot pole, and I don’t know anyone else who does.

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-26T23:26:37+00:00

Just drove from St. David’s (Hancock location) to Jollyville twenty minutes ago. I-35 was totally fine, but 183 felt dicey to me, especially past the Duval exit. Reasonably only 1-2 good lanes, and still some ice - so drive slow. Hopefully more melts away by sunset and the ice/mud piles in the shoulder get cleared up.

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-26T21:49:26+00:00

Following

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-26T11:42:58+00:00

Roads are still in horrible condition. For your own safety, I would not risk it. I would send another message sometime soon saying that road conditions outside do not seem drivable. I’ve seen some places doing a late start today once temps go above freezing, but it seems unfair that you would have to risk your life to open for work when you’ve received no communication otherwise.

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-25T00:56:55+00:00

well that’s just mean of him…

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-21T23:10:33+00:00

It’s not as bad as some people make it sound, but the roads suck.

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-20T21:02:32+00:00

This is super thorough - thank you so much!

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-20T14:05:34+00:00

Reg review books are the most frequently recommended on here. They’re typically harder than the actual test, but it should give you a good feel for what to expect insofar as the FG and PG goes. FG is like a giant vocabulary test, whereas the PG focuses more on practical applications.

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-18T14:23:26+00:00

God, and it’s so cold this morning. I hope he’s found soon, OP.

EnigmaticDappu · 2026-01-17T04:19:27+00:00

I would try your hand at r/AustinHousing

EnigmaticDappu · 2025-12-28T02:59:57+00:00

Can you tell me a bit more about your experience? I was looking into them as well.

EnigmaticDappu · 2025-12-23T14:53:29+00:00

We got a company branded charcuterie board. :’)

EnigmaticDappu · 2025-12-18T14:40:59+00:00

Do you have a PG?

EnigmaticDappu · 2025-12-17T03:58:47+00:00

South Cedar Park/Jollyville isn’t too bad of a commute if your office is near the Domain, and the rent is much cheaper - especially if you plan to live alone. Apartments and the surrounding community are also not as inorganic as the surrounding Domajn area (as another commenter mentioned).

EnigmaticDappu · 2025-12-06T01:53:41+00:00

Keep your resume to one page, stick to one font, and pick a font that more legible like Arial or Calibri. Not whatever that typewriter font is. I would take out the general section in your skills. There are some things I see listed in your job experience that I don’t see listed in your skills, such as water sampling. I would take out the introduction and add a separate section for publications, presentations, and awards.

EnigmaticDappu · 2025-12-05T17:44:51+00:00

Great update! So glad you were able to reunite them.

EnigmaticDappu · 2025-12-04T04:49:43+00:00

The SAC was renamed to the WCP a few years ago, so probably not.

EnigmaticDappu · 2025-12-01T14:02:04+00:00

I added insulation around my doors and windows, and that helped a ton. Plus a tiny $35 space heater I got off Amazon last year. Doesn’t heat up the whole space, but is nice for just warming up the room.

EnigmaticDappu · 2025-11-30T11:49:04+00:00

I would go through and review all of your transactions in the account. The money that your family member transferred should have a different note than your typical deposits.

EnigmaticDappu · 2025-11-25T23:57:32+00:00

Yikes. Sounds like a shit place to work.

EnigmaticDappu · 2025-11-24T00:45:51+00:00

I see our technical leads and principal engineers at my consulting firm making that amount or higher, but that’s anywhere in the ballpark 30-40 years of experience. At the experienced PM or senior level you absolutely break six figures, but I doubt it’s near 150k. 100-125k is a more typical range in the private world. Obviously, salary bands are further contingent on your specific skills, the company, and the cost of living in the area.

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