I’m a sophomore in College with an undeclared major. I will most likely major in Mathematics or Civil Engineering.
Which major do you think is more valuable nowadays ?
Which do you find more interesting?
I’m very interested in both fields.
In Mathematics, I’m considering becoming a College Professor or doing Research.
In Civil Engineering, I like the fact that most of the projects you will work on as a Civil Engineer, you can actually see them in real life; unlike other disciplines.
So you’ve completed your college Freshman year? Note that it may take a little longer to finish in Engineering, unless you’ve already taking many required engineering courses.
Tell us which courses you’ve taken so far and what you liked/disliked.
Your odds of becoming a practising civil engineer are much better than those of becoming a research mathematician in academia. You can do lots of other things with a math degree, but make sure to be realistic about your abilities vs. your goals.
@colorado_mom
I’ve taken so far Calculus I , Calculus II , University Physics I , General Chemistry I and Introduction to Engineering.
I’ve liked all of them and got A’s in most of these classes.
If by value you mean career earning potential I would think civil engineering is greater than pure academic mathematics. But if you are considering applied mathematics in the private sector I think your earnings and career flexibility will be greater.
If you want to “see” your work, ME is an option too. Then it’s a matter of deciding whether or not you like thinks that move, ME, or things that don’t, civil.
I know math moves me. :-*
That was not the emoticon I was looking for!
@smokinact
Thank you. I’ve completely forgotten about Applied Mathematics. I’ll start considering it, especially Statistics
@eyemgh
I know for a fact that Mechanical Engineering is the broadest and most versatile sub-discipline in Engineering.
I’m considering Civil Engineering because I’ve already taken some courses in Surveying and Construction Science.
And yes, that’s a good comparison between M.E. and C.E.
@smokinact, if this was Facebook format, I would have “liked” that post. :))
You are right that ME is broader. 30+ years ago I switched from Civil/Environmental Eng to ME, partly based on discussions with CE alumni during a fundraiser phonathon. However, CE is a great field if that is what interests you.
Original post was Mathematics vs CE. That’s interesting because more commonly I’ve met students on the fence EE/Math/CS or ME/CE or ME/EE.