Social media influencers with thousands of followers are revered in modern society. Often they and their fans assume the influencers are experts in areas they know nothing, So when no one can call them out, what's left are innocent people being led to the slaughter.
Thought provoking. In the UK, I’m certified as a business analyst but there’s no legislation behind it. Makes me think what if there were to ensure a minimum level of knowledge, competence, and skills.
As for “Terry”, as the adage goes:
“Never Wrestle with a Pig. You Both Get Dirty and the Pig Likes It”
The engineering laws in Ontario were developed at a time when "engineering" referred to the "harder" forms of engineering, like: civil engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, etc.
Those forms of engineering always had a more direct impact on public health and safety. So, laws were enacted to ensure a minimum level of quality that engineers and their projects had to meet to provide a safety net for the public.
This isn't to say that a BA's work doesn't impact public safety, but as long as existing laws provide an adequate safety net, I'd rather we have fewer legislations, not more. Because legislations add red tape, which makes it harder to get things done. Not to mention, there needs to be enforcement, which means someone (usually the public) has to pay for it.
As for "Terry," I agree. I don't mind getting a little dirty just to get a sense of what the other person is like because I'm curious about human psychology. But, I don't care for online battles or "debates." I don't mind a friendly discussion, but if it quickly devolves, I'm out.
Interesting read,Alvin. By the way, also in Italy I had to pass a formal engineering exam after my Master degree to become an engineer. I was convinced this was only an Italian thing until today.
That's interesting, Franco! Though I'm not entirely surprised. It makes sense that engineers (especially those without prior experience) ought to be tested before they're sent to make change in the real world where there are real-world consequences that could (in some cases) affect public health and safety.
Thought provoking. In the UK, I’m certified as a business analyst but there’s no legislation behind it. Makes me think what if there were to ensure a minimum level of knowledge, competence, and skills.
As for “Terry”, as the adage goes:
“Never Wrestle with a Pig. You Both Get Dirty and the Pig Likes It”
The engineering laws in Ontario were developed at a time when "engineering" referred to the "harder" forms of engineering, like: civil engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, etc.
Those forms of engineering always had a more direct impact on public health and safety. So, laws were enacted to ensure a minimum level of quality that engineers and their projects had to meet to provide a safety net for the public.
This isn't to say that a BA's work doesn't impact public safety, but as long as existing laws provide an adequate safety net, I'd rather we have fewer legislations, not more. Because legislations add red tape, which makes it harder to get things done. Not to mention, there needs to be enforcement, which means someone (usually the public) has to pay for it.
As for "Terry," I agree. I don't mind getting a little dirty just to get a sense of what the other person is like because I'm curious about human psychology. But, I don't care for online battles or "debates." I don't mind a friendly discussion, but if it quickly devolves, I'm out.
Interesting read,Alvin. By the way, also in Italy I had to pass a formal engineering exam after my Master degree to become an engineer. I was convinced this was only an Italian thing until today.
That's interesting, Franco! Though I'm not entirely surprised. It makes sense that engineers (especially those without prior experience) ought to be tested before they're sent to make change in the real world where there are real-world consequences that could (in some cases) affect public health and safety.