The discussion centers on the advisability of adding a physics major alongside a mechanical engineering degree for students aiming for graduate studies in nuclear engineering. The participant is currently managing their mechanical engineering coursework and is considering the additional 18 credits required for a physics major. Key recommendations include taking nuclear physics and advanced mathematics courses, particularly those covering differential equations and vector analysis, which are essential for understanding transport theory in nuclear engineering.
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If one can handle the load/work, then yes, I strongly encourage a adding the physics. Engineers should take as many physics courses as possible.Fusiontron said:I'm currently doing mechanical engineering and doing pretty well in it. Adding physics would require me to take 18 credits a couple semesters but it's pretty doable for me. I plan to go to graduate school for nuclear engineering. Would this idea be advisable or should I simply take additional math and physics classes and what should they be?