Linear Programming -OR- Engineering Economics?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the choice between taking a course in Linear Programming or Engineering Economics as an elective for undergraduate Chemical Engineering students. The scope includes considerations of practical application, mathematical background, and decision-making relevance.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that understanding economics is important for decision-making in engineering contexts.
  • One participant argues in favor of Engineering Economics, stating that Chemical Engineering majors likely have sufficient mathematical skills to handle Linear Programming independently.
  • A participant mentions prior experience with Macro Economics and expresses a preference for Engineering Economics, anticipating it to be more practical.
  • Another participant notes plans to take a math course to apply learned tools to practical problems, indicating a focus on practical application of skills.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing opinions on the value of each course, with no consensus reached on which is definitively better for Chemical Engineering students.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about prior knowledge in economics and mathematics are present, but these are not fully explored or agreed upon.

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As an elective for undergraduate Chem Engineer, which would be better to have?

Thanks.
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Well you should have an understanding of economics. This plays a role in decisions making.
 
I say Eng Econ. If you're a Chem Eng major then you are going to have plenty of math under your belt, and you should be able to digest linear programming sans probleme. I never took linear programming, and in the space of an hour I learned enough of it to tutor a kid who was taking the class.
 
Thanks, guys. I have taken Macro Eco already, but it has been a while. I was not a huge fan, but I think this course will be more practical.

I am also planning to take a math course to help me use the tools I have learned in practical problems. [Math for physical sciences].

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