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The discussion revolves around the scope of mechanical engineering, specifically whether mechanical engineers are limited to classical mechanics and the ease of obtaining faculty positions in engineering. Participants explore the application of various physics theories within the field, including modern physics concepts.

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  • One participant questions if mechanical engineers only deal with classical mechanics.
  • Another participant asserts that mechanical engineers apply a variety of physics theories, depending on their specific area of design, such as HVAC systems or car engines.
  • A participant suggests that while mechanical engineers generally do not work with elementary particle physics, they do engage with concepts like heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
  • There is a suggestion that particle accelerators typically involve physicists rather than mechanical engineers, although some engineering principles may still apply.

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Participants express differing views on the scope of mechanical engineering and the relevance of modern physics, indicating that multiple competing perspectives remain unresolved.

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The discussion does not clarify the definitions of "classical mechanics" or "modern physics," nor does it address the specific criteria for faculty positions in engineering.

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1. Do mechanical engineers only deal with classical mechanics?

2. Is it "relatively" easier to get a faculty position in engineering?
 
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No and no.
 
hmm, so do they apply theories of elementry particle physics or other modern physics?
 
l-1j-cho said:
hmm, so do they apply theories of elementry particle physics or other modern physics?

Like the other guy said it's a broad field so the question becomes very vague. Different types of mechanical engineers apply different types of physics, depending on what they are designing. Mechanical engineers that design HVAC systems apply heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics. Mechanical engineers that design car engines apply machine theory and material properties.
 
No, unless you're apart of a team that is building a particle accelerator but they usually have physicists for those concepts. Mechanical engineers also deal with heat transfer, fluid mechanics, aerodynamics etc.
 

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