A Comprehensive "Map of Electronics Engineering"

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A comprehensive map of electronics engineering is sought, similar to existing resources for physics. The desired map should encompass the fundamentals of the field, including underlying physics concepts, applications in industry, subtopics with explanations, and prerequisite mathematics for each area. It should also highlight interdisciplinary connections with fields like computer engineering and biology, as well as emerging frontiers in electronics engineering. The discussion emphasizes the need for a resource that organizes this information clearly for beginners, along with recommendations for introductory readings that provide an overarching view of the field. Participants are encouraged to share links to existing resources and contribute information to help compile a useful guide.
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Summary:: I was wondering if there was a map of electronics engineering much like this does for physics (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZihywtixUYo).

I realize that looking at undergrad course outlines should give a decent picture of the field. However I am looking for a more comprehensive map which also includes the following :

  1. Fundamentals of the field (down to the underlying physics concepts)
  2. Extends to areas of application/ industry
  3. Sub topics and their categorisation
  4. A basic explanation of what each sub topic is about (for instance I was looking up a course outline and topics like "Signal Processing and Linear Systems" etc hardly ring a bell for a complete beginner like me much like "Interference" or "Network Analysis" would not ring a bell if I were to open a high school physics textbook before high school...)
  5. Possibly even a list of best resources to learn each subtopic from...
  6. In a parallel list prerequisites from mathematics for each area
  7. Highlights interdisciplinary areas (with computer engineering/ biology etc) as well as the 'frontiers' of the field...

I would be grateful if you could :
  • Link such a resource if it exists...
  • Give as much information as you can and I will try to compile it ( assuming this would be useful), although this would take me a while as I am a complete beginner...
Additionally, are there any introductory/casual reads which give an overall perspective about the field (much like Bill Bryson's A Short History of Nearly Everything)?
Thank you for your help!
 
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Since you want to map to guide you to choose courses, I moved this thread to academic guidance.
 
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