Might switch from Petroleum to Fire protection engineering.

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<p>I am going into my 3rd year of engineering but I may not continue with Petroleum engineering any more. I am looking into transferring back to my old university in Maryland to study Fire protection engineering.</p>

<p>I have found fire protection engineers can potentially work on Arson forensic investigations for the government. Forensics and investigation is where my interests lie.</p>

<p>My questions are:</p>

<p>What sort of technical subjects & knowledge do FP engineers rely on or use?
What are the job duties of a FP engineer?
Is there a good job market for FP engineers and are they well paid? (especially in forensics)</p>

<p>Any FP students or graduates have any other advice for me?</p>

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<p>You were all about Alaska… why the change of heart?</p>

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<p>I hate to say it but “i told you so” =) With all being said, make sure they accept your credit transfer. Go with what you really want while you are still young.</p>