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Hello everyone, I'm Eric and I'm looking at Ph.D programs. Looking at MITs page (my dream school) I jotted down the classes I'd want. My questions are: 1.Is my list thorough enough?too thorough? 2.How many years will they take? 3.Dissertation ideas? The classes: Quantum Theory I+II...

Hi folks. Just looking for some input please. I have a dataset containing interval data (one dependent and 6 independent variables) and taken a random 90% sample (approx 300 observations). I've performed a linear stepwise regression on the 90%, in order to obtain a model to predict the...

Hello everyone! A little background story here. I am 19 in jc. Had many health problems my junior and senior year in high school (4 surgeries) and this caused me to be very lazy with my school work. I basically bs'd my way through algebra 2, had a terrible chemistry teacher, and bs'd my way...

Hey guys, just thought i'd ask for some advice from you for my decision. Well I've been accepted to my top choices of u of t and waterloo co-op for physics for my undergraduate degree. Can you give me some opinion on which one i should go with? I am planning on continuing in a physics related...

I am using Solidworks to model the pressure distribution of air around a large fan. The fan is 10' in diameter and moves 94,000 CFM. I need to know the effect adding a large duct around the inlet of the fan would have on the pressure. If the duct causes a huge pressure drop then we can't use it...

Hi. I'm building a small automated robot that will only work with 2 motor, 2 wheels, and 2 sensors. My goal here is for this little robot to make through a track without falling off. Here's a little sketch I drew on Paint to help understand what I'm saying. Each sensor will be connected to a...

Hi i am new to this forum so i apologize if I've posted this in the wrong place. I have brought my first telescope: http://www.celestron.com/astronomy/telescopes/celestron-skyprodigy-130.html I have a puzzling problem though witch I am sure u guys will know the answer to. I paid a lot of...

First off, let me explain why I am posting here and not some MA forum, or similar. I love physics; I love science; I love mathematics. My biggest role-model (or hero!) is the late Richard Feynman, I've read both his books and love thinking how he thought about the universe (and art xD ). I...

Hi, I am applying for a post in Medical Physics and supporting documents is required. I actually did a final version but still need advice/opinion from people who works in the field of Medical Physics on my statements. So, if anybody interested, please PM me and I will send you the...

I don't happen to have any welding equipment available to me, so I have decided to make an oxyhydrogen welding torch. That basically involves splitting water by electrolysis, running it through a tube with a blowback arrestor and burning it on the other end. I have read that the voltage should...

Hy I have to make a decision and this is my dilema: Let's say this is my top3 :D Bachelor's Degree: 1.Engineering Physics(45%) 2.Physics(40%) 3.Applied Mathematics(15%) Master's Degree: 1.Interdisciplinary Science: Integrated approach to Natural Sciences(60%) 2.Renewable and alternative...

I'm majoring in electrical engineering right now. My GPA is currently at around a 3.0-3.15. I lacked motivation all throughout my entire academic career. It's only been recent that I have been trying harder. I applied to many UC's already, but I know there isn't really much hope there since...

I am currently a freshman at the University of Houston as a Physics and Mathematics double major. From what I understand, UH isn't the most reputable university; however, I am dead set on doing whatever it takes to get into a top graduate school for anything Math or Physics related. My...

URGENT - Need advice on what to do about exams I am prescribed dexedrine for ADHD but for some reason it has been making me feel like crap for the past week so I couldn't study at all for my last 2 exams. Theres not much point in me even showing up for the exams because I won't be able to do...

Hi all. Need Advice. Thank you :) Hi all. Sorry if this kind of question has been posted but I try googling my question, so here is where I end up. Most of the threads that I read didn't actually specifically answer my question. Anyway, my question is, "How do I study and become a...

hello guys! This semester I was ruthlessly gutted in my Differential Equations class and it has been stressing me severely. I shamefully made a D in the class... I know this is my fault, but at the same time I feel as though the professor teaching it had much to do with it also. He was...

Hi all, I am a new member here, firstly I want to thank the whole community for rendering this service, its priceless. So, the thing is, I have an undergraduate degree in Business, but I realized I am interested in Economics/ Finance (I don't know if I want to do research, so I'm just looking...

OK... This is a going to be a LONG post. My apologies for that, and anything that seems contradictory right now. I am probably going to change what I think(I am 18), so take all of this with a grain of salt. I probably don't even know what I talking about. I am not thinking straight. I really...

I am currently in the military, so most of the time a traditional classroom setting is not appropriate for me. I was wondering if any of you have any recommendations on an online college (or a college that offers distance learning) that I can start an A.S. in Physics, thus putting me closer to a...

With graduate school applications due soon, I'm looking for some advice on where to apply and what to do after I graduate. I have a strong academic background with a high GPA from a good school. I am a bit light on research and work experience, but my professors seem to think that this won't...

hello all! i will use super computer after 1 year from now to do some thing related to my experment and a friend told me to learn C++ and don't waist my time on the C is that right ...i am new to this ...i know only physics and MATLAB C or C++ any good books for HPC

Hi all, I'm from Argentina, and I'm currently needing some kind of advice over a possible job opportunity that I would have soon. I am an Electronic Engineer, I graduated on 2008 and have been working for 3 years at the global leader telecomunications vendor, as a Support Engineer for the...

I am finding that I like CS, even though my first exposure to it was only one year ago at the age of 26 in a C++ intro class. I've managed to land myself a part-time job with a start-up; I am doing research for the company, working on scripts in Cygwin and Groovy, both of which were totally new...

Hi, I am currently completing my degree in Applied Physics (starting 4th year) with the hope to work in Semi Conductors industry and computer world (research or engineering or both). My school is offering the following courses for my degree...

I'm intending on creating a solenoid that will project a bb for a class project. I'm using a flash capacitor from a disposable camera as my current source. Here is my question...what is the best "setup" for the solenoid to increase the magnetic force on the bb without increasing its current...

I know there must be thousands of threads like this describing the exact same situation I'm in, but here's my shot at getting the words of wisdom I need. Like most people here, I enjoy physics. A lot. I'm only a college freshman taking physics II, but I really think physics is my favorite...

Hello, My current approach is obviously not working very well so I would like to hear from others who have done well in their classes. I do not feel that I will benefit much from the reading because I find it a bit confusing. Consequently, I do not read the text very much, but I develop...

I'm dealing with a situation where my fiance's parents are not setup for retirement at all and I'm afraid that it's going to fall back on us to be paying for all of the expenses throughout their retirement. Her mother is 48 and doesn't have a job. She doesn't speak english so it's very difficult...

So I am a pretty normal grade 11 kid, I have good grades (92.5% average and all level 1 courses), I'm a natural at maths and physics and I'm already weeks ahead of my physics class. My true talent is probably with computers, I taught myself a bunch of languages, like Python, Java ... I'm...

I recently inherited a cabin that is very close to an old mine. There is an air vent that is constantly (24 hrs) blowing a steady, high volume of air from a 3.5 ft hole. I would like to harness that air. I was thinking about taking a 3 ft diam PVC pipe and affixing it into the shaft, with 4 fans...

Hi all. First off, don't bother wasting your time reading this if you have never in your life considered medicine as a career choice. In this case, please read and answer my questions that are bolded at the bottom. I am currently a high school senior and am currently in the process of...

Hi, I have just got my Bachelor's Degree in Physics. I would like to pursue a career in Physics, preferably in the field of quantum technology or nanoscience. Right now, I can't continue my studies due to financial reasons and family problems. So, I'm thinking of getting a job first as a...

Hi pf, I am currently a fourth year student who has recently switched majors from biochemistry to EECS (so I'm going to get my bs sometime around 2013-2014). And since I'm pretty much back to square one, I am in need of some basic advice with regards to how to get into a top tier EECS program...

Hi there, I am going to start attending classes at the University of Ottawa starting from September and I am currently enrolled in their physics programme. The thing is, you have to register for your fall and winter courses at the same time and you have to do it quite early to get seats in your...

This is a follow-up to some of the advice I was given at the thread I created called "Shortest Path to a PhD in Math or Theoretical Physics" and here it is for reference: https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=521408 After looking around on the internet here is a path which I could...

Hello, I am a math and physics double major and a junior at Michigan State University. I have already taken introductory physics, the first semster of classical mechanics, a course in thermodynamics and modern physics, and linear algebra (along with the basic calculus and diff eq courses) I...

Heyyy So, here's my story: - Went to state school - Majored in a quantitative subject - Got a GPA in the range of 2.6 - 2.7 (literally never went to class, literally just scanned texts before exams =( god i was a ****ing idiot.) - Noooooooooooooooooooo OK, so, when I went to undergrad, I was...

For some years I have had an orion skyquest 4.5 inch reflecting telescope that I received as a gift some years ago. I have recently gotten back into astronomy and have discovered that my current telescope isn't quite as powerful as I would like. Does anyone know what size mirror would be...

Hello, I am an undergraduate going into my third year working on a double major with honors in Chemical Engineering and Physics and am trying to get a feel for my prospects regarding graduate school and beyond. I only declared my physics major this last semester so all I have taken are the...

Hi, I'm an undergraduate math major who needs some advice. I've been going to a local community college for the past 4 years and am just now getting enough credits for my associates. Now, I'm looking to transfer but I'm not really sure what I should do. You see, my GPA is laughably low (2.6...

Hello again, everyone. I got accepted to the University at Buffalo and I'm an out of state student. My tuition is already covered for the fall semester and I'm going to live in a dorm with three different people. I don't mind the people just the survival to get around and trying not to ruin my...

I have a 3 month holiday which I want to put to good use, after finishing my first year in the UK. But, I'm not entirely sure what I should do. I study physics at uni and I think I want to go into either research or engineering. Aside from programming, and finding out what I want to do as...

How do I go about getting a good grade in thermo? I'm a chemical engineering major and I am scared ****less about this class. I am taking it this fall. I've heard horror stories, and my cousin, who I consider to be a pretty sharp guy is having a really hard time with it. Any textbooks you...

Aside from some math courses I would be missing, would this degree suffice to get me into an electric engineering prog or something similar? http://www.apu.apus.edu/academic/programs/degree/1278/bachelor-of-science-in-information-technology

I am a student @ UK COE in Lexington. My original plan was to complete my sophomore year @ UK and then transfer to UT Knoxville to do NucE. I live about 60 miles south of Lexington and have come to realize I cannot afford the gas in the fall to go to UK. I have been forced to register at a...

Hello, I have constructed a 25 Led counter and am having a little trouble. I have cascaded 3 4017's with a 4011 according to how the data sheet shows. I have added a pushbutton along with a 4001 to debounce for a clean count. I get a good clean count with one push of the button from LED 1 to LED...

Long story short: I got admitted to a top 20 physics grad program. I'm thrilled about finally working towards my PhD in Physics, but I've been out of physics for nearly five years now. So, I'm looking for advice on what I can do between now and September to "catch up." My current game plan...

Hi there, I'm currently working on my BS in Physics with plans to do an Astrophysics grad degree. However, I'm not sure if I should go Astronomy or Astrophysics. My university I attend currently does not have an astronomy degree, so I chose to do physics. (I had to go to this university...

I study Mechatronics, but my dream is actually getting into brain-computer interfaces. I think that's more electronics, but I'm such a newbie that I have no clue what I should really study (probably takes a good chunk of neuroscience as well...). Now, don't ask me how, but I got stuck in...

Hello everybody out there! I've recently got a stroke of what is called 'brain fog' on other internet pages. The reason I take this up is that I need some help on my perspective conserning my studies. Besides I think there's many people out there that have the same problem as me. If you...