Which Electives Should I Take for My Engineering Degree?

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The discussion centers on elective course selection for an engineering degree, specifically focusing on mechanical engineering. Key recommended courses include Statics, Mechanics of Materials, and Thermodynamics, all of which are essential for a mechanical engineering curriculum. Programming in C is noted as beneficial, particularly for those interested in robotics. Participants agree that while all listed courses are valuable, Statics serves as a foundational subject for advanced mechanical engineering studies.

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  • Understanding of mechanical engineering principles
  • Familiarity with programming concepts, particularly in C
  • Basic knowledge of physics, especially mechanics
  • Awareness of engineering elective requirements
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  • Research the curriculum requirements for a Mechanical Engineering degree
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  • Investigate programming in C for engineering applications, particularly in robotics
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I'm currently in a transfer program at my local college. I have a few choices on what electives to take for my engineering degree, and I'm looking towards mechanical engineering (I'm fairly sure it will be mechanical but it's possibly I may go for electrical in the future). I was wondering which of these classes would benefit me the most?

9-12 credits from the following:

Programming in C for Engineering ... 3 credits
Statics ........ 3 credits
Mechanics of Materials ... 3 credits
Thermodynamics ...... 3 credits
Dynamics ........ 3 credits
Circuit Theory ...... 4 credits
Digital Logic Design ..... 4 credits
General Physics 3 ...... 3 credits
 
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All of the classes you have listed (except for digital logic maybe) are absolutely required for an ME curriculum. So take your pick...
 
I have touched on all those topics during my time at University. Apart from programming in C (which I believe I will touch upon during my final year as I'm going into robotics.
 
Personally I would take statics because it provides the fundamental basics for many of the upper level ME classes.
 

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