Is this physics course helpful for Electrical Engineers?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the relevance of a physics course on vibrations and mechanical waves for electrical engineering (EE) students. Participants explore the potential benefits and limitations of studying this course in relation to their engineering education and career paths.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes the absence of a course on vibrations and mechanical waves in their electrical engineering curriculum and expresses interest in self-study.
  • Another participant suggests that while waves are important in EE, the specific course may have limited usefulness for their studies, though it could still be enjoyable.
  • A different participant contemplates redirecting their study time towards linear algebra or programming instead of the physics course.
  • Another viewpoint emphasizes that all information can be valuable, as career paths may change unexpectedly, citing personal experience in electromagnetics.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing opinions on the relevance of the course to electrical engineering, with some suggesting limited applicability while others advocate for the intrinsic value of broad knowledge.

Contextual Notes

Participants do not reach a consensus on the usefulness of the course, and there are varying perspectives on how to prioritize study time.

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http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Physics/8-03Fall-2004/CourseHome/index.htm

I know after Electricity and Magnetism there's Electromagnetic Waves, but I never encountered any course on vibrations and mechanical waves in my school's catalog for electrical engineering.

So I'm thinking of studying this on my own, just for fun. However, I'd like to know how relevant it is to EE so I thought I'd ask here. :)
 
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FancyNut said:
http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Physics/8-03Fall-2004/CourseHome/index.htm

I know after Electricity and Magnetism there's Electromagnetic Waves, but I never encountered any course on vibrations and mechanical waves in my school's catalog for electrical engineering.

So I'm thinking of studying this on my own, just for fun. However, I'd like to know how relevant it is to EE so I thought I'd ask here. :)

although waves are important to studying EE, this particular course looks like it has somewhat limited usefulness for your studies. it does, however, look like it might be fun.
:cool:
 
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Limited huh..

I'm thinking now I should devote the time for that course to study linear algebra (there are also mit video lectures on it) or pick a self-learning book for C++. Man if only I used my time in high school well.
 
I feel that all information is good information. you never know what direction your work will take you. if you had told me I would be working in electromagnetics when I was in college I would have laughed it off, but here I am...
 

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