Best double major for Electrical Engineering? CS or Physics?

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The discussion centers on the optimal double major for an Electrical Engineering (EE) student aspiring to work in an Astronomy-related field, particularly at NASA. Participants concluded that a Physics double major is advantageous for those interested in RF engineering or chip design, while a Computer Science double major is more suitable for careers in computer engineering or control systems. The choice ultimately depends on the specific job roles within NASA that the student aims to pursue.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Electrical Engineering principles
  • Knowledge of RF engineering concepts
  • Familiarity with chip design processes
  • Basic principles of Computer Science and control systems
NEXT STEPS
  • Research RF engineering applications in NASA projects
  • Explore chip design methodologies relevant to aerospace
  • Learn about computer engineering roles at NASA
  • Investigate control systems used in aerospace engineering
USEFUL FOR

Students in Electrical Engineering, aspiring aerospace engineers, and individuals interested in pursuing careers at NASA or in related fields.

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I'm hoping to work in an Astronomy-related field. My dream would be NASA, but I'm not holding my breath.

I'm currently working on my Electrical Engineering BS.

What would the best double major be to compliment my end goals, Computer Science or Physics?

Thank you!
 
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I'm just speaking from what I know here (which is remarkably little), but I presume it depends on what kind of job you'd like to have at NASA. Electrical engineers work in a wide variety of situations at NASA. For example, a physics double major would probably be more useful to an EE interested in RF engineering or chip design, whereas a computer science major may be useful to someone in computer engineering or (I presume) control systems.
 

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