Poll: Astronautical Engineering Guidance

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The discussion centers on selecting a dual major to complement aerospace engineering, with a focus on preparing for graduate school. Emphasis is placed on the importance of mathematics, which is deemed essential for grad school success. Participants suggest that while math is critical, students should avoid overextending themselves to maintain a strong GPA. Physics is mentioned as a beneficial alternative due to its mathematical applications in engineering. Additionally, there are references to previous discussions about minors in engineering, indicating that those interested in options beyond grad school should explore those threads for further insights.

Which one will be the most useful? You can select more than one if you wish.

  • Physics

    Votes: 4 80.0%
  • Electrical Engineering

    Votes: 1 20.0%
  • Engineering Technology - Design

    Votes: 1 20.0%
  • Mechanical Engineering

    Votes: 2 40.0%
  • Math - Engineering Track

    Votes: 1 20.0%
  • Math - Computational Track

    Votes: 2 40.0%
  • Management

    Votes: 1 20.0%

  • Total voters
    5
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I changed it to a poll lol. Lots of people were looking only one replied.

What would be the best choice of a dual major to complement aerospace engineering? Refer to this course catalog if needed:
http://www.catalog.sdes.ucf.edu/UCFUGRDCatalog0910.pdf

By the way I Plan on going to grad school not immediately to employment. If you want to expand on your answer with a reply that would be awesome. Thanks !
 
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osnarf said:
I changed it to a poll lol. Lots of people were looking only one replied.

What would be the best choice of a dual major to complement aerospace engineering? Refer to this course catalog if needed:
http://www.catalog.sdes.ucf.edu/UCFUGRDCatalog0910.pdf

By the way I Plan on going to grad school not immediately to employment. If you want to expand on your answer with a reply that would be awesome. Thanks !

For grad school there's no question that math is most important. You'll want to make sure you don't overextend yourself and lower your GPA as a result though. Usually grad schools will recommend certain math courses, so you might want to check that out too. Physics is the closest alternative, but in engineering it's mostly valuable for its mathematical methods.

There have been a few other posts asking about minors with engineering. If you're interested in anything besides grad school you might want to check those out.
 
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