Electromagnetics or Digital Signal Processing

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When choosing between Electromagnetics, Digital Signal Processing II, and Semiconductor Physics and Theory for the spring semester, the decision hinges on future work relevance. Electromagnetics and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) both cover essential concepts like Fourier transforms, wave propagation, and wave scattering, which are crucial for new techniques in the field. However, DSP may not provide extensive knowledge about wave phenomena. For those focused on building instrumentation, DSP offers more practical applications. Ultimately, the choice should align with career goals and the specific content of the courses.
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I have three courses that I can choose from: Electromagnetics or Digital Signal Processing II or Semiconductor Physics and Theory for my spring?

Which do you suggest?
 
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Firstly I do not work directly with radar/sonar so I'm shooting off the cuff here, and very much depends on the details.

If you are going to be working on new techniques three things you will need to be familiar with are Fourier transforms, wave propagation and wave scattering. Fourier is a part of all good courses on either EM or DSP, but I don't know about your specific courses. I don't think DSP will teach you much about waves.

On the other hand if you are involved in building instrumentation DSP will be more practical.
 

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