The discussion revolves around the comparative intensity and focus of Master's programs in Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Architectural Engineering (AE). Participants explore the academic rigor, practical applications, and personal experiences related to these fields, particularly in relation to physics and mathematics.
Participants express differing views on the intensity and focus of the two MS programs, with no clear consensus on which is harder or more practical. Personal experiences vary significantly, reflecting individual career paths and educational choices.
Participants' claims are based on personal experiences and perceptions, which may not represent broader trends or outcomes in the respective fields. There is an emphasis on the importance of educational background in career progression, but specific assumptions and definitions regarding the programs are not fully explored.
Mépris said:I'm afraid you probably know more about this than I do...
Your degrees do leave me very curious though: how did you end up working in architecture with a BS in Mathematics? I ask because it's very likely that I will be doing Maths or Physics.
timsea81 said:I work in Architectural Engineering, not Architecture. I started out as a CAD Operator (a position that does not require a 4 year degree) and worked my way up a little bit to where I'm doing design and basically the same thing a jr engineer would be doing, but my title is "designer" not "engineer". To move up any further, I need a degree in engineering, whence the MS degree I am working on now. I would not recommend this course of action to anyone who has not yet finished their first BS degree. If I had chosen engineering over math I would be in a much better position by now. Don't do it the way I did it.