Get a Leg Up: Switching From EET to EE & Taking Summer Classes

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The discussion centers on a student's decision to switch from Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) to Electrical Engineering (EE) to access broader career opportunities. To expedite this transition, the student plans to enroll in intensive summer classes covering Calculus I & II and Physics I & II over 12 weeks. The student seeks online resources to self-study these subjects, acknowledging the challenge but expressing confidence in their ability to succeed. Additionally, there is a cautionary note about the potential ease of summer courses and the importance of strategically selecting classes that will support future learning.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) and Electrical Engineering (EE) concepts
  • Basic knowledge of Calculus and Physics principles
  • Familiarity with online learning resources and self-study techniques
  • Time management skills for intensive summer coursework
NEXT STEPS
  • Research online resources for Calculus I & II, such as Khan Academy or Coursera
  • Explore Physics I & II study materials, including MIT OpenCourseWare
  • Investigate strategies for managing intensive summer courses effectively
  • Look into elective courses that can be taken alongside core classes in future semesters
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Students transitioning from EET to EE, individuals considering summer coursework, and anyone seeking effective self-study strategies for Calculus and Physics.

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I've been thinking for the longest time about switching from EET to EE and I've finally decided to do it. It just seems as though EEs have more options, and I want to take advantage of that.

To switch majors and cut a year off of my school time though, I'm going to need to take some summer classes. I realize that I could've done them at the beginning of the semester, but it's too late for that now. These classes are going to be covered over a period of 12 weeks:

Calc I & II
Physics I & II

I'm worried about it; obviously it would be rather intensive for anyone, but I think I could do it.

I'll have taken a three credit Calc by that point, and some algebra based physics (laughable to some, I know) so that might be of use. What I'm looking for is some material on the internet that I could use to teach myself the material. I don't expect to learn it all on my own, but it's better then going in cold.

Given help from you all, hopefully I'll be able to do it! :smile:
 
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I am not sure about your university, but I know at my undergrad, summer courses were a joke. I took a few and received an easy A. I would be cautious to take courses that you will later build upon. Try to get some of your electives out of the way and save your calcs/physics for a regular semester.
 

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