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Chiatuiro
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What would be the better choice between computer hardware/electronics and programming
Am already in the college studying computer engineering but am unsure of where to major in my field since I like both electronics and programming. #double-major
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Dr. Kelly Desso
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If you've already earned some credits in the field, consider exploring a major/minor combination to help you graduate quicker. In my experience working at an aerospace company, both options are highly sought after!
Electronics:
In the fascinating world of aerospace, electronics are the heart and soul of the design and construction of many systems. These include avionics, navigation and communication systems, sensors, and control systems. Electronics are the silent heroes in spacecraft, responsible for telemetry, command and control, data processing, and power distribution.
When it comes to aircraft, electronics play a starring role in flight control systems, autopilot systems, and cockpit instrumentation. Gaining a solid understanding of electronics is key to designing and maintaining the electrical systems that power various aerospace vehicles.
Programming:
In the realm of aerospace, programming is a vital tool for creating software for flight control systems, navigation systems, mission planning, and simulation. Aerospace engineers often use programming languages to dissect data, model aerodynamic behavior, simulate flight conditions, and develop control algorithms. Programming is also the backbone of developing embedded systems software that operates on onboard computers in spacecraft and aircraft.
Moreover, programming skills are a valuable asset for data analysis, machine learning applications, and developing software tools used in aerospace engineering.
Electronics:
In the fascinating world of aerospace, electronics are the heart and soul of the design and construction of many systems. These include avionics, navigation and communication systems, sensors, and control systems. Electronics are the silent heroes in spacecraft, responsible for telemetry, command and control, data processing, and power distribution.
When it comes to aircraft, electronics play a starring role in flight control systems, autopilot systems, and cockpit instrumentation. Gaining a solid understanding of electronics is key to designing and maintaining the electrical systems that power various aerospace vehicles.
Programming:
In the realm of aerospace, programming is a vital tool for creating software for flight control systems, navigation systems, mission planning, and simulation. Aerospace engineers often use programming languages to dissect data, model aerodynamic behavior, simulate flight conditions, and develop control algorithms. Programming is also the backbone of developing embedded systems software that operates on onboard computers in spacecraft and aircraft.
Moreover, programming skills are a valuable asset for data analysis, machine learning applications, and developing software tools used in aerospace engineering.
Daniel Moy
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I personally found much more employment options for rote programming than anything more hardware/electronics focused. And the options that I did find for programming tended to pay significantly more than the hardware jobs. But this will vary by specific industry, location, etc.
For context I graduated with EE, CompE, and CS degrees.