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What are the job prospects for physical electronics in the U.S.?
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Testing Is the REA Book Effective for Physics GRE Prep?
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Schools Pursuing Graduate School in Physics After English & Music Major
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Schools Getting first 60 at community college. Good or bad?
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Can Physicists Transition to Engineering Jobs Despite Being Overqualified?
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Should I become a Classical Physicist?
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Best Physics Books for College Students Struggling with Calculus-Based Course?
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NSERC Research Awards in Canada - Great Experience!
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Nuclear Engineering: Is the Job Outlook Worth the Risk?
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Schools Relearning high school math & physics
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How Do I Know My Career Path After UF Business Degree?
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How Do UT and UCF Compare for Physics/Optics Studies?
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Is Independent Study a Viable Path to Success in Math and Computer Science?
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Studying What Physics Topics Should I Study Before College?
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Schools Can I get a loan for university in Canada?
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I feel like I waste too much time on the wrong parts of lab reports
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Good Grades for Engineering Degree: Job Impact?
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I love to build things out of scratch
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Schools Embry-riddle aeronautical university
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Schools Online Schooling: Is it the Right Option?
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Undergraduate Math & Physics: Applied or Pure?
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Is a low grade in physics enough reason to give up on pursuing engineering?
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Missing Lab Report Pages- Why Me!?
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How can I improve my physics skills for my upcoming exams?
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Consequences of Honor Code Violation for Georgia Tech Student
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Grants for MSc on plasma physics
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Understanding Calculus: Is it OK to Just Memorize Theorems?
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Divisions of applied mathematics
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Programs Major Fields of Physics: Learn Here!
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Is Electrical Engineering Employment as Stressful as Schooling?
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Studying Are the GRE books and aids worth it?
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GRE Subject Test: Nov vs. Dec - Which is Best?
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Admissions Oxbridge Admissions 2007/2008: Deadline Mid-October
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Is it normal for 13-15 year olds to be doing early calculus?
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I Got a Scholarship: £1000 Savings for the Year
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Studying Book Suggestions: History of Maths & Learn Maths from Axioms
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What can we do to improve Science Education?
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I need practice problems-Waves and Vibrations
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How to Improve My Study Habits and Concentration
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Programs Should I Major in Physics or Minor in Computer Science?
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What type of sciences I would need to be an archaeologist?
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Future engineering student seeks advice
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What Programs Can I Take at College for Grade 12 Science?
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Programs Is It Bad to Earn All Degrees at the Same School?
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Programs Is a Masters in Physics Enough for a Fulfilling Career in Industry?
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Relative Difficulty of Math classes
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What is it like to be a physicist and study nanotech engineering in university?
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Is Pre-Calculus Harder Than Calculus?
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Schools Should I Switch from Mechanical Engineering to Physics with Astrophysics?
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What computer skills are required for physicists working in the field?
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Programs PHD in biomedical engineering? Or just MAsc
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Schools Advice on Universities in Canada for international students.
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I'm a "Licenciaat"! Celebrating My Graduation
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Schools How are withdrawals looked at for graduate school/employment?
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McNair Scholars Program: A Physics Major's Perspective and Dilemma
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CCIE Salary vs EE Salary: Why the Difference?
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Programs Finding the Best Path for Aspiring Theorists: My Oxford Story
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Should I Continue with a Math Major After a Tough First Week?
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Schools College Essay Help: Jumpstarting Ideas for Early Action
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How Hard is it to Get Into a Math/Physics PhD Program?
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Questioning U.S. Education Requirements & Wars Abroad
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Helicopter Parenting Effect on University Education
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Schools Comparison of students from Great Universities and Normal Universities
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What should I study to pursue a career in physics?
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What Do I Need to Own a Casino?
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What math background do I need before delving into Jackson Electrodynamics?
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Places to study theoretical physics
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Calc physics vs. algebra physics
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Schools EE jobs that pay for grad school
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Classical Mechanics/Math Methods project
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Schools Open Style University in US: Are There Any?
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Finding a Job After Being Fired - Engineer's Tips
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Which South Carolina School is Best for a Master's in Electrical Engineering?
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Any thoughts on Oak Ridge Laboratories?
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TA work mandatory for grad students?
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Why Are Infinite Concepts Misunderstood in Math Education?
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Learn Physics for Free in the Philippines: Theoretical Physics Resources
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Studying Digital Communications textbook?
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Testing Preparing for Physics GRE: Scoring, Timing, and Review Material
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Math knowledge used in theoretical physics
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Studying Looking for the answer book to a calc textbook
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GRE Test Information: Registration, Dates & More
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Traffic cones and supermarket trollies breathe a sigh of relief
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Schools Is Open University the Right Choice for Aspiring Maths Students?
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Maximizing Learning: Textbook Strategies for Studying Effectively
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Please yield me some recommendations
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US Community Colleges: Are They Really That Bad?
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I want to get into game programming, and I have some questions
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PDEs for EEs: Signal Processing R&D
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DiffEq vs. Biology: Which to Choose?
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Testing How Do You Prepare for Theorem Proofs in Math Exams?
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Math Typing: Freeware Win32 Program for Equations/Proofs
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Programs Need help planning math courses for physics major
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Schools Grad School Applying: How Do Different Tier Schools Evaluate?
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Is Axler's Determinant-Free Approach to Linear Algebra Worth Studying?
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My University Classes: Too Many Hard Courses on Same Day
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Which West Coast College Offers the Best Physics Program for Transfer Students?
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Will Dmitri's Thesis Defence Be a Success Tonight?
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Schools Finding the Right College for Physics & Engineering in California
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To chancer, on physics in physical therapy
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