Ee Definition and 550 Threads

I'd like to learn about how the fundamentals of how power works and how circuit theory works, while actually keeping a continuum between the fundamentals. In otherwords, I have a BS in physics, and am MSEE, picked up a book on circuit theory, and it was filled with rules with no physics-backed...

I am currently a dual degree major in Physics and Electrical Engineering at Towson University. Well I really should say Physics because my dual degree adviser has been telling me the wrong information about how the program works but that is another story. This is my 5th year and will be...

Hi! I want suggestions/guidence about how to carry out research in Electrical engineering at undergrad level? What constitutes for being a good research student in this field? I need detailed guidence. Thanks.

Feel Free to give tips or answers to any or all of these questions Homework Statement 1. Two Point charges qa and qb are located on the x- axis at x=a and x=b on the graph of E the x-component of E. a) What are the signs of qa and qb? b)What is the ratio of|qa/qb|? c) Draw a graph of...

EE -- Effective Resistance Homework Statement I don't know how to post schematics so I hope this makes sense. There are four resistors in the circuit. An 18 Ohm resistor is the first resistor out of the 5V voltage source followed by three resistors hooked up in parallel. They have a resistance...

Dear all, Unfortunately, we have just learned of the death of one of our members, negitron. Since he was a valuable contributor in this forum, I am posting this announcement for those who might not have seen it in the General Discussion forum. Feel free to add your thoughts, if you wish...

Homework Statement http://rsteiger.is-a-geek.com:81/homework%20question.jpg The question for me is merely conceptual. I'm really good at math (not that a lot would be required here) but I don't even know where to start, hence the lack of an attempt. I'm not looking for the answer (I already...

Hi all, I will get my B.Sc. in Electrical and Computer Engineering in Jan 2010, I want to do graduate study in either Theoretical Physics or Mathematics. My GPA is 3.34 With Honor, I have Most Bs in Mathematics, but low physics grades. Am I allowed to do so, If yes what to do to...

I need a book for EE because the only thing I know is the word "volts" Hey guys I'm just started my freshman year in college and I chose EE as my major because its cool. But I realized that not only do I don't know a thing, but it seems that everyone in classes knows the material and knows...

I currently attend a community college and am enrolled in the electrical engineering program, which has been great so far, electricity is extremely interesting to learn about and I assume the same thing about working with it. Anyway, I was just wondering tho if it was realistic to think I could...

Given the current state of the jobs market, would the current Electrical Engineers still encourage new Engineering majors to select EE? Thanks!

Chemistry or EE? How do they differ?

Deciding between 2 senior project areas -- switching from EE to physics Hi, I'm a final year EE undergrad who has taken senior level physics courses on quantum mechanics, electrodynamics, relativity and quantum field theory (next semester). I'm considering a switch to physics, and I'm...

Well, to get straight to the point, I've got a BSc in electrical engineering and have developed an interest in theoretical physics. Since string theory and theoretical physics in general is heavy on math I was wondering if a possible way into the field of theoretical physics might be an MSc in...

From EE to Applied Physics...grad school app, undergraduate courses, no research Hi, I'm a senior undergraduate majoring in Electrical Engineering with a CGPA of 3.84/4.0 (normalized to a scale of 4 -- at my college its on a scale of 10). I'll be entering my final year in a few weeks from...

Hi all, I am posting because I am having difficulty differentiating the fields of optics/photonics which one may study and be employed in. Ultimately, I am trying to figure out: 1)What are the current applications of this science in industry (and current fields of research)? 2)Per field...

Ok I have been accepted by university of michigan (ann arbor) as well as george tech(atlanta) for EE. Any advise to choose one from the other is welcome. Thanks.

Hi, I'm going to be entering my senior year of undergrad and I'm pursuing a math and physics degree. I've got a good, high GPA, and really enjoy all of the math classes I've been in. Physics, however (especially particle physics and classical mechanics) were not so enjoyable. With respect to...

Greetings to all, I am a new member and I am hoping to grab the attention of people who might have passed through the same route that I am on or people in similar situation. I'm an EE junior and I am thinking about adding another major; I am in doubt, however. I am not very picky about my...

Hello, This fall I will be starting my B.S. in Electrical Engineering. Here are the required math courses at my university I must take for this degree: MATH 181--Calculus I (4 credits) MATH 182--Calculus II* (4 credits) MATH 283R--Calculus III* (4 credits) MATH 285--Differential...

Im right now entering my third year in Electrical Engineering and I've grown some interest in the area of Power Engineering. For me it's intriguing to know what's behind designing the wiring of a house or a commercial building and how all of the distribution works. Not only in buildings but in...

Hello Guys, I have my Masters in EE and have been working for a 3 years. I am thinking about going for Phd in EE from UAH?? Does anyone know if its a good school for EE? Thanks

Well it's a relatively old question, but I think most people asked about two bs' in EE and Physics. What are peoples opinions on BSEE and a BA in physics? After reading and doing research I don't think it behooves one much to have a bs in both fields, but as for myself I am still very...

I came across another good search engine today looking for a datasheet, so I thought I'd try starting this thread for folks to post useful links. The links should be to technical content, and not to paid services. Good free datasheet search engine: http://www.datasheetpro.com/ Good way to...

I'm an international and was admitted to the Electrical Engineering programs at the four universities. Any suggestions about which I should choose? I want to go to graduate school so I need letters of recommendation and undergraduate research opportunities. I've got several questions...

Hi everyone, I have a question for anyone who considers themselves adept at designing circuits. I was wondering, how do you approach the design of complicated circuits? What stages do you go through to get from a concept to a real working circuit? I myself am not an electrical engineer...

First of all, I don't come here that often so I didn't know where to post this. I'm still in High School so my question is not really of big importance (yet). I just wanted to know if a triple major in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics is possible (And is it hard?). Thanks for...

hey I'm stumped with a question that deals with finding unknown node voltages as I only know how to complete part of the problem. here is the circuit, sorry for the crude MSPaint I do not have a working scanner here. http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/8730/circuiti.png the answers are v1...

Background info Long version: So I was just putzing around here on the web and started looking at this forum for kicks and giggles. The problem is it was making me a tad nervous so I figure I'll ask. I was originally going to go into mechanical engineering, then I thought EE. I applied and...

Homework Statement Find the net mag field at the points asked for. It is just a matter of getting the distances (r values) correct based on the points asked for relative for each wire. http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/5906/picf.th.jpg Homework Equations I think the relevant equation is: B =...

Hi, I am torn between these two majors that I will absolutely love. Here are the basics: CS: I think that I would enjoy programming (although at this point, all I really know is a little java), and I like solving puzzles. However, I think that CS might be a little too theoretical for me...

Hi, I am doing EEE at Adelaide University in Australia. I want to major in Micro-electronics. But all of my friends say it is better to major in Power Electronics as the mining industry is booming all over the world. Apparently it looks easier to get a job in mining. But i want to major in...

Hi, I am a junior electrical engineering major at University of Delaware. I want to get my PhD right after I graduate, and I'm not really sure what kind of schools I should apply to. I want to go to school in the northeast and not stray too far from that. Here are the credentials I will have...

Homework Statement Before drawing and simulating the circuit, use the steps given in the text to analyze the circuit shown in the figure below. Finish with a properly formatted state diagram with the state of the JK-type flip-flop designated as Q1 and the state of the D-type flip-flop as Q0...

Hey guys i was just wondering how hard is it to find a job after getting a BS in EE because today my professor said he has been in the industry for about 10 years and it isn't easy getting a job and he told us to just go to grad school instead, which is kind of discouraging so i was just...

I am a 2nd year physics undergrad and I am thinking about a switch to EE. I like the thought of grad school, maybe to be an engineer, so I want to know if my undergrad in physics is going to prepare me enough. Some of the upper year classes I will be taking are: (all 1 term classes): E&M I...

I am currently working on an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, but I think that for my graduate studies I would like to pursue a masters degree in Physics. Is this possible? My school (University of Waterloo) awards a Bachelor of Applied Science to its engineering graduates...

*I posted this in the EE forums... whoops :-p* Hey everyone! I've been going to a school for EET and I've been doing pretty well so far. Something clicked for me this semester and I started to enjoy the program more and the challenges it presents. I have to say, I love working with MCUs...

Hey everyone! I've been going to a school for EET and I've been doing pretty well so far. Something clicked for me this semester and I started to enjoy the program more and the challenges it presents. I have to say, I love working with MCUs and FPGAs; however, I do love my other course as...

Hi all, I am trying to solve numerically as well as model the electric field lines coming out of a electrode (not a point charge) in a dielectric medium. ANy suggestions would be greatly beneficial _________________________________________________ _ separated by d + separated by d _...

When I get my bachalor degree in EE how much knowledge will I know about making circuits and understanding things. I know they don't teach you anything but I know I would love to make all kinds of stuff in my spare time as a hobby. I plan to get a Masters also if that helps. Does anyone who...

Hey my name is Abdelrahman I've just graduated this year with a B.S in Electronics and Communication engineering (Egypt) which is basically the regular US EE track but with a special focus on digital and analog circuit design, communication systems and DSP. The problem I'm facing right now (or...

1- I'm currently an undergrad in Telecommunication eingineering. But I'm very much interested in theoretical physics. Can I go for MS and Phd in Physics after engineering? I've taken some physics courses during engineering and also done a lot of self study. 2- I would like to know some best...

I don't know what it is, but I seem to have the hardest time learning about testing equipment. When it comes to learning the material dealing with almost any EE subject I'm fine, but give me a logic analyzer I've never seen before and I can't figure how to use it. For example, I understand the...

Hello, I am going to be going into college in a year, and I am definately interested in becoming an engineer. I am not sure though, what type. I do not actually know a lot about what electric engineers do, and am interested in learning more. I tried to look on the forums about them, but most of...

First let me state I have absolutely no interest in going into academia as a career, just doesn't interest me. I am more interested in industry, not cause money, I don't want to be a professor. I plan on pursuing dual EE/physics major in undergrad, and plan to attend graduate school after. I...

I dropped out of an Electrical Engineering major in my old school, and now I'll be studying Computer Science in another school. Does this pretty much leave me stuck in CS for a Masters? I didn't even finish the basic EE stuff in my old school, like the introduction to circuit analysis stuff...

Hi all.. I am new here in USA...i have my associate degree from my country in Electronics and communication engineering... Right now i am taking classes from community college just core courses...now its time to decide Major but i am confuse, so many people tell me that in engineering u have...

I was just looking around for a forum to get some opinions and found you all. Is it feasible for a 41 year old to go to school for an EE degree. background: - HS diploma - A+ and Net+ certs - been working with computers since 1981 but havn't learned any current programming languages...

Considering the amount of electronic knowledge needed for an electrophysiologist is relatively high compared to the amount found in coursework for the average Biology and Biochemistry major, would anyone give me some advice on how to supplement my education with some fundamental ideas that can...