Last year I choose it as my major. I am only on the Second Precalculus course, I will start calculus next quarter. There is so much classes to take ahead of me. Please let me know if it is worth the struggle. And how do you like your major? Do you regret that you took this major? Also did you switch your major from engineering?
2007-09-24 12:54:52 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
Is it worth the struggle:
I would say yes, absolutely. I would put my education in electrical engineering against any other field in terms of depth and flexibility. There are many, many, many specific fields you can go into from there. I also feel it's more respected, after all it is extremely difficult. I was offered many jobs after graduation, although I'll admit I'm not in the field I want to be in specifically. I have learned to think analytically and the only limitation is how I apply my knowledge in the real world.
How did I like it:
Hated it while I was there, too much pressure. You will do countless numbers of math problems, spend way too much time on the little things and will have disappointments (social life).
Do I regret it:
If I had to do it again I'd consider the Electrical Engineering Technology degree....although I enjoy being a real engineer. The tech degree requires about 1/4 the math and is very hands on from what I heard at the time. My plan was simple, if I was failing as an engineer I'd switch to the tech degree.
Did I ever switch my major:
Never. If you feel you are intelligent enough and have a good work ethic then you will succeed. Remember this: even your teachers never got a 4.0.
Other Suggestions:
Use friends to compare answers with.
Don't memorize, you'll get in a "Cookie-Cutter" situation where you won't be able to think outside the box.
Try to figure out the specific field you want, then concentrate all efforts on that.
Learn to use a calculator efficiently, don't let it solve equations for you.
Take a break now and then, perfect scores don't matter in the long run.
2007-09-24 14:38:42 · answer #1 · answered by muffin xl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Electrical engineering is mostly math and the science behind circuits & electronics. I believe it is a field for those who are interested in it and not for those who just want to find something to major in.
It isn't easy, you have to be motivated and interested in it, because it is a major investment in time, energy, and with many hurdles to over come. You have to also be very good in math or be very interested in math or motivated in learning it.
Is it worth it? The answer is to look for employment opportunities and see what is available right now and do some research to see if the jobs are out there. Most jobs for electrical engineering expect years of work experience and would not even bother with recent graduates.
Just so you know, there are people who majored in electrical engineering who are unable to find jobs in this field and have gone into other fields.
So, basically it is a lot of hard work and there is a possibility for all that hard work not to pay off. You should definately research the job market right now, by pretending you have the degree and you just graduated and do job searches.
In your job market research, also remember that there may be dozens or hundreds of people that could be applying for the same positions you are. Meaning that you are not alone and that just because there are a few entry level positions available does not mean there are not dozens of people applying for those same positions.
To answer your remaining questions: Yes, I enjoy electrical engineering and math very much.
I regret and do not regret at the same time. I do not regret majoring in it due to what I've learned, which is knowledge that is better to have than not to. I regret it because I am not being rewarded for all my hard work and wish I majored in something more lucrative. I am currently working in another field.
2007-09-24 14:17:32 · answer #2 · answered by nathan 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I graduated 15 years ago, but allow me to chime in.
Yes, it is well worth it, despite the hard work. Stick it out and you'll be rewarded in many way; the jobs are out there, pay is pretty good. Yes, it is hard seeing the business and education majors out partying when you're studying your *ss off or heading to the lab until 1:00 am.
You'll also find that very soon, non-EE classes will be a breeze.
Bottom line: hang in there and good luck!
2007-09-24 14:49:39 · answer #3 · answered by Dee B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
truthfully, you would be the two very under pressure out or in school for a protracted time. there is no longer somewhat some overlap between the two (different than math and physics), they are the two very vast and diverse fields. that are you greater excited approximately? i'm an EE, engaged on my PhD. I do issues with statistical sign processing. in case you like differential equations and are sturdy at differential equations ---mechanical engineering is powerful for you. in case you like different aspects of math, like risk, fourier prognosis--EE gives you you somewhat some that. undergo in recommendations, EE is much better than circuits. seem into it. some areas are.. Circuits indicators processing administration Robotics
2016-10-05 07:28:55 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey, well im not a graduate yet, but this i am on my last year of electrical
Ill just say this without trying to discourage you, be prepared to give up your social life, cus it will consume all of your time
hint: V=IR
2007-09-24 13:54:37 · answer #5 · answered by dragongml 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋