The discussion centers on the perceived inadequacies of the Mechanical Engineering (M.E.) undergraduate curriculum, with specific courses like Mechanics of Materials, Thermodynamics, and Fluid Dynamics being criticized for their lack of depth and practical application. Participants express frustration over the emphasis on rote memorization and formulaic problem-solving rather than a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles. The conversation highlights the disconnect between academic training and real-world engineering challenges, suggesting that true expertise requires additional self-directed learning beyond the undergraduate experience.
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Antiphon said:Curl, you're in the right degree but the wrong college. One of the big ten or PAC ten or ivy league engineering schools would have done right by you.
any tips on improving my general knowledge, as well as my job prospects?
best case scenario- I want to have my own shop, where I develop soft robots, UAVs, and whatever else interests me. I know I'll need more than a basic Mechanical Engineering degree for that!
worst case scenario- I make sketches in solidworks/ all day for 40 years. I wouldn't be ok with that!
I definitely want to get my EIT and PE!
I guess my question is, how do I know what I need to know?
jehan60188 said:best case scenario- I want to have my own shop, where I develop soft robots, UAVs, and whatever else interests me. I know I'll need more than a basic Mechanical Engineering degree for that!