Careers in Engineering for Math & Physics Majors - Keene State College

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Math and Physics majors from Keene State College can pursue careers in electrical engineering, leveraging their strong analytical skills. The discussion emphasizes that physicists are valuable in design engineering roles, as they approach problems differently than traditional engineers. It highlights the importance of interdisciplinary knowledge, suggesting that physicists can excel in environments where detailed engineering expertise is complemented by theoretical understanding. The conversation also touches on the potential for transferring to a more specialized program if desired.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of electrical engineering principles
  • Familiarity with design engineering processes
  • Knowledge of physics concepts applicable to engineering
  • Analytical problem-solving skills
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  • Research the role of physicists in electrical engineering design
  • Explore transfer options to specialized engineering programs
  • Investigate interdisciplinary career paths combining physics and engineering
  • Learn about the skills required for design engineering roles
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Math and Physics majors considering a career in engineering, students evaluating transfer options, and professionals interested in interdisciplinary applications of physics in engineering fields.

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I am currently a Junior at Keene state college majoring in Math and physics.. would i still beable to become an electrical engineer? or if not, what sort of careers could be looking at in the future?

should I try to transfer for my last year in college?
 
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See my thread "Physics or Engineering, which way to go" at General Discussions.
If you are a good Physicist then you can be a good design engineer. My experience says that engineers are not expert in details of a design. A Physicist`s work starts where engineers can't survive. All of the good electrical designing organizations have Physicists with them. A small organization can't afford u.
 
If an engineer walks into a room and sees a fire in the middle and a bucket of water in the corner, he takes the bucket of water and pours it on the fire and puts it out.

If a physicist walks into a room and sees a fire in the middle and a bucket of water in the corner, he takes the bucket of water and pours it eloquently around the fire and let's the fire put itself out.

If a mathematician walks into a room and sees a fire in the middle and a bucket of water in the corner, he convinces himself there is a solution and leaves.
 

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