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What is the primary difference, whether it be course work and classes or what kind of study each are, between a applied physics/ engineering physics major versus a mechanical engineering major? What career opportunities do each of the majors give?
I am confused between applying to college for an applied physics and engineering physics major or simply a mechanical engineering major without clearly understanding what each major entails. I don't know the specific differences between the two majors and it would definitely help if someone...
Is there a merit selecting an Applied Physics/ Engineering Physics major over a mechanical or aerospace engineering major career wise in the future? Which offers more critical problem-solving requirements for these jobs?
As a student primarily interested in math, physics, and engineering, I constantly wonder which major I should decide. I have loved the necessary logic and problem solving required in some of the math and physics courses I take in high school but always consider if engineering is the right major...
What is an example of the work load a Civil Engineer would on a daily basis? How about a Chemical Engineer? Whats the difference?
I'm asking this question because Civil and Chemical Engineering both caught my eye when choosing what to major in. I know both of these occupations involve a lot of math and scientific knowledge. But is it really something that would interest me on a day to day basis? What would a Civil or...
Women in stem, how do you know when your cheated?
Trying to become a woman in stem, what are some tips that will not get me cheated from the benefits of my work ethic compared to male counterparts. There's always been a difference in pag wages between men and women, but how I can I better prepare myself for this reality? I mean I could just be...
If you have a degree in Computer Science, what kind of jobs will you be able to get?
Will you be able to travel across the country? I have only seen a couple of movies where a person works with computer science but to be completely honest I don't know that they do, it seems as hacking is the only excitement that they get? What are the fun aspects of this major and what is the...
If a person wants to be like, say, a cardiac surgeon, how many years if extra training does he/she need to go through?
I was just wondering actually...I know that if you want to go into like a specific area of surgery, then you would need extra training in that field. #medicine #surgeons #us #cardiac
What are the pros and cons of a bs/md program?
I'm a senior and I have been thinking about working in the medical field for a land time. I heard about the bs/md program and I though it was pretty cool, but I'm not sure #college #medicine #surgeons #boston #bsmeprograms
What would you recommend a college student do to prepare for working in the real world?
I'm going into college and want to make the most of my time. #engineering
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