Trouble deciding a major ME or MET

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The discussion centers on a college sophomore's dilemma between pursuing a Mechanical Engineering (ME) degree and switching to Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET). The individual struggles with calculus and calculus-based physics, leading to thoughts of changing majors due to the perceived difficulty of ME courses. Insights from peers indicate that while both paths can lead to careers in design, ME may offer a more direct route into high-level design roles, particularly in industries like weapons design.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Mechanical Engineering principles
  • Familiarity with calculus and calculus-based physics
  • Knowledge of career paths in engineering and technology
  • Awareness of the differences between ME and MET programs
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  • Research the curriculum differences between Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology
  • Explore resources for improving calculus skills, such as Khan Academy or Coursera
  • Connect with professionals in both ME and MET fields for career insights
  • Investigate job opportunities and career trajectories for ME and MET graduates
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College students considering engineering majors, academic advisors, and individuals exploring career options in mechanical engineering and technology.

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I'm currently a second year sophomore in college. I've had my heart set on being a mechanical engineer for some time with wanting to design weapons ect... but recently I have really had some trouble with the pre classes right before you get into your major concentration classes. Calculus two has really got me down I am not doing very well in it same for calculus based physics. I just recently started to really understand some of my physics and started making some B's and C's on quizzes. But other than that i still feel a little lost in some areas of the work. This has really got me thinking of changing my major to an MET ( Mechanical engineering technology) since it has less math and its more of a hands on major. I really want to stick with ME though i just don't know if i can keep up with the classes. I do hours of math and study weeks in advance for tests and sometimes only can pull out a D or F on it. I'm just curious on what some other people that have had those upper level classes like thermodynamics and things would tell me. Should i try to tough it out and push on for ME or change to an MET?
 
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While I only happen to know one person with something similar to an MET he actually happens to work for raython as kind of a weapons designer.I also know a few ME's who do not work for the weapons industry and one that does. I guess I am trying to say it is really possible to do it from either side. I would suspect it is much easier to do it from an ME though. The MET guy had to work his way up while the other started out right in the design aspects. I wish you luck.
 

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