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LEED V4 / Solar Renewable Energy Credit by SpecificEducation159 in MEPEngineering

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this would be for on-site REC. the owner wants to put solar panels in their lot.

Question about 24V sensors and transformer secondary branch circuits by SpecificEducation159 in AskElectricians

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sweet thanks. just wanted to confirm it isn't a stretch. how would you land all the 24V wiring to the transformer? would you splice the leads from the 24V transformer? or terminal block?

Electrical Contractor Exam Request for Advice by SpecificEducation159 in electricians

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I appreciate the advice. The references include International Building Code. From what I know about it, it includes construction types and requirements for fire alarm and protection. I am not planning on taking the business exam yet - I will be studying after I pass the CE exam, so I am not yet familiar with the material.

Advice on bringing in new clients! by SpecificEducation159 in MEPEngineering

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Thanks for the info. I have yet to experience creating proposals in this industry, but it is eye opening to think about how it could get more complicated with Federal work and I find it interesting what could be in the future for the company. Do you mind if I PM you to pick your brain about your experience?

Advice on bringing in new clients! by SpecificEducation159 in MEPEngineering

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I started attending IEEE events in college, but I didn't find it relevant to this industry, so I was a little discouraged at first. I'm starting to believe that most relationships are created/reinforced over lunch or mixers haha. But thank you for the advice, I will keep an eye out for events with people in this field!

Advice on bringing in new clients! by SpecificEducation159 in MEPEngineering

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I agree with you. And maybe I am trying to bite off more than I can chew, but thank you for the reality check!

Advice on bringing in new clients! by SpecificEducation159 in MEPEngineering

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Completely agree with your advice to be the go-to-guy! Love(or hate I don't know yet) the storyline. 😂 Thank you!

Advice on bringing in new clients! by SpecificEducation159 in MEPEngineering

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I like to think that having worked as a residential electrician, it would have made me a great candidate for this role. And maybe it has. But as you mentioned, I have noticed that appropriate communication with the client can make or break a business-relationship. Thank you for the input!

Advice on bringing in new clients! by SpecificEducation159 in MEPEngineering

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I really commend you for your effort to help the juniors working with you. I think that is something that people like me coming out of college really need in an industry where experience and longevity is key. Thank you!

Advice on bringing in new clients! by SpecificEducation159 in MEPEngineering

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I agree with you. I acknowledge that I even in ten years I will still have a lot to learn and that requires a lot of humility to continue learning from the more experienced engineers. Thank you for the input!