Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the comparison of Aerospace Engineering programs at UC Davis and San Jose State University (SJSU). Participants are exploring the differences in educational quality, research opportunities, and potential career outcomes, particularly in relation to working at Boeing after graduation.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant questions the assumption that state universities do not conduct research, noting that SJSU offers only a master's program and lacks a PhD in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
- Another participant expresses a belief that SJSU does not engage in research, although this claim is not substantiated with evidence.
- Participants are interested in understanding how the educational experiences at UC Davis and SJSU differ, particularly in relation to their future career aspirations in aerospace engineering.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
There is no consensus on the research capabilities of SJSU compared to UC Davis, and participants have differing views on the implications of these differences for undergraduate education.
Contextual Notes
Participants have not provided detailed comparisons of specific program curricula or faculty qualifications, and assumptions about research opportunities are not fully explored.
Who May Find This Useful
Students considering transferring to aerospace engineering programs at UC Davis or SJSU, as well as those interested in the implications of university type on educational quality and research opportunities.