Happened to come across this video. Thanks for sharing your experience. Been thinking for awhile now of making a switch from my first job as a mechanical engineer to computer science. While I don't really hate my current work per se, I don't foresee myself in this role in the long term compared to when I visualised myself as a mech eng during university. I'm gonna try to explore my options more.
i gave up my engineering degree for gender studies because the salary is just soooo much higher and such a great expertise. having the time of my life with my gender studies degree in the bahamas
Thank you so much man... this was literally life changing for me. Dude, you absolutely hit it on the nail. I have heard similar things from multiple people and through my own research. This seals the deal for me. I got accepted into my states university for Aerospace Engineering which is just a more specialized MechE. I had multiple people tell me do MechE do MechE but I am going to make the switch to computer science. I’m feeling good! My calculus 3 professor said something extremely similar once.... “do the job that creates what will replace human workers, not the jobs that will get replaced”
I don't think mechanical engineering will be replaced though. The truth is that everything is replaceable nowadays so it's kinda hard to choose what you really enjoy but you always gonna end gettin a job sooner or later. So do whatever you wanna do and whatever makes you feel more comfortable
@@slightlyaccurate8539 true, I’m more into computers and tech than I ever was engineering wise. I felt forced to go into engineering because my brother and dad do it. The one thing I like about computer science over mechanical engineering though is the amount of opportunities. They seem endless with CS, but with mechanical engineering.... I know too many people who never got a job or got fired and couldn’t find one for a good time. They also say it’s ridiculously stressful, like one of them drinks every night (he’s an aerospace manager). I’d rather just do some interesting stuff without as big of stakes, but make great compensation for it lol. Also, working from home isn’t for everyone but that’s super appealing to me!
@@ChiefLunar Yeah I'm gonna try going into mechanical engineering and If I don't like it I know I can just change my way of life and try something new. It's all about trying. We all make mistakes. Don't expect to be always right about your decisions
@@slightlyaccurate8539 exactly man. Like I can say I’ve already tried that. I did community college for 2-3 years, dabbling in many different areas of classes. I’m finishing my 3rd year now after having decided to go the STEM route. I was lined up for mechanical engineering, so the pre reqs for that are pretty universal for all STEM classes so it’s nice because I don’t have too much to do for CS now.... just some coding specific classes basically. But engineering is tough, but it’s definitely doable. I personally feel that anyone can do any college major, if they put in the time. What I didn’t like about engineering was all the CAD homework and rigorous math like differential equations, but I liked the coding homework’s the best
4th year Mechanical Engineering, and I do like programming microcontroller and computers. But I also like designing parts and calculating loads and stresses and sometimes building stuff. So Mech Eng is perfect for me.
@@ChiefLunar yeah but I also didn't want to limit my options. Since mechanical engineering deals basically with all other types of engineering disciplines on basic level; Structural, Material, Chemical, Electrical, etc. I wanted to learn bit of everything.
@@aimless-drifter I feel that. I am a 2nd year aerospace engineering student and I’ve had plenty of people tell me to do MechE instead (broader scope of study, more job opportunities, etc)... I just have found I can’t do the endless hours of CAD homework or using differential equations to solve problems it’s soooo dry and rigorous, I have really enjoyed my programming classes though so I am thinking about switching to computer science
Oh man, this hits hard. I graduated in December 2019 as a mechanical engineer with a good GPA from North Carolina and as of today no work. depressed and looking for something else
Brother, I feel. I am in my 2nd year of aerospace engineering. I am switching to computer science!! Much much more job opportunities and higher pay even!
Thank you soo much!! I am in Freshmen year and from your point of view.. I will confidently take CS as my major!! (First, I was thinking about Automobile engineer) Drop that shit and now I will be focusing on CS as my career!!👍🏻❤
I am graduating next year, it is too late for me.. However, education system is on strike in my country(Nigeria) and I am thinking of transferring abroad to continue and I will definitely try switching then
I've been doing mechanical engineering for 10 years and am so done with it. Always was more interested in coding and data and debating going to get a masters in cs. You're definitely helping me take the plunge! And you're so right about the good ol boys environment. I've even been at some product development startups and there is still this weird old school feel and up tight vibe. Seriously gets soul sucking.
I was a mech eng major, I completed my freshman and sophomore year, so i was worried about switching to computer engineering as a rising junior because i would lose almost an entire year. But i did it, and im so happy i fk did, mechanical engineering was a lil too boring for me, but i was good at it.
As someone with a Mechanical Engineering background who has started to do more CS stuff, I think this is very accurate. I thought ME was really interesting when I studied it, but I haven't really enjoyed the working environment or my colleagues too much. And I also agree that if the goal is self-employment, CS makes much more sense. You can build a lot of cool stuff without a lot of funding and hiring a bunch of people.
I have ME background, and I m a machinist. I have the ability to build, but I don’t have the mean to buy materiel to do so. Meanwhile, I just start self learning Programming online, with 1k laptop I start building some programs. So, you are right on about funding.
Exactly. The subjectatter has so much potential and is itself interesting. But it took me many books to get into engineering although it took only 1 book to get me into physics; Hawkings Brief History of Time.
Im senior mechanical engineer student rn and when i was freshman-sophomore i was thinking a lot about switching to electronical engineering or programming.Although i was really good in programming,i decided not to leave my program.Which now i glad that i didnt.I got used to it and liked more and more by time.
I appreciate this video man! I saw the same things in M.E. and decided the work life, opportunities, and pay of Mech Eng. weren't worth finishing the degree for. I knew I was a problem solver I think my brain works best with the type of problem solving that developing/programming calls for.
I’m a sophomore going for mech engineering and I’m having similar thoughts of my degree. I like the cad stuff but my CS class has me interested. Considering I only picked this degree because it’s “flexible” I’m really considering changing to CS. -good video and unique viewpoint
I'm currently majoring in ME but also just started minoring in CS as well. I'm starting to wonder if I should just fully switch to CS but I feel like I don't have enough personal experience to make the decision, but it feels like I'm running out of time to decide.
Just graduated from Mechanical Engineering and now I have to decide whether I should go for the mechanical engineer position or the software engineer position. Such a dilemma.
@@justinjj9592 I just applied into a local university, they don't require a really technical IT background. I think you can self learn data science too, doesn't really need to enroll into university
Hey man I can totally relate. I did my first Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering. I realized a little too late that I didn't like it. So I stuck it out being rather miserable, and then I went for a second one in Computer Science which took me 2 years to complete. I am done with that one now, and I am ready to hit the market..
@@HassanKhan-ei2wh I would say you should think in terms of what you want in the long term. I was attracted to the idea that Computer Science offers more opportunities to be independent and work remotely than Mechanical Engineering. Plus there are going to be a lot more (and higher paying) jobs for Computer Science in the future. If you are attracted to some aspects of Mechanical Engineering, say automotive or aerospace, then go for that, and learn programming on your own. Just follow your heart in deciding between these both fields, because they are both good and well-paying fields. But also consider the fact that with Computer Science you can work in literally any field, because every one needs programmers nowadays
@daniel hernandez I enrolled for a second bachelor's because I wanted to learn all the things about CS properly, and also because I wanted to boost my grades for grad school (cuz I actually had pretty bad grades from my MechE degree :p ). Anyway, I don't think you'll need to go for a second bachelor's degree if you're already learning data structures, algorithms and OOP. Plus, consider going to grad school for CS if you have the grades..
@@zeeshanayub9706 Hey there. Am in my third year in Mechanical Engineering. I really cant say am into it. My overall grades are bad though I was really good in math and Physics in high school. I have a pretty hard time reading and my head just cant get into it. It sucks! However, I feel Engineering is a pretty good field but my passion rests on programming. Am learning C++ and I am really liking it and would like to change to Comp Scie. However, I feel Comp Sci isnt as marketable in companies like Tesla, SpaceX etc compared to Mech Engineering. I want to do more coding.
@@louisuchihatm2556 Well, I can't say I blame you for having a hard time reading. Engineering text books are long and dry. The best way to learn the content I would say is to find video resources on youtube, mit opencourseware and the like. You know if I could go back, I'd tell myself this: Make the best of the situation you are in. Programming is an awesome interest to have, and one that can be pursued on the side with MechE. You'll be surprised how many people I know have done that. My advice is to you is this: If you have decided that you want to switch, and if you think you can still switch, all the power to you. If not, you still have some time to improve your grades since you're still in your 3rd year. Employers appreciate that you actively pursued an interest outside school (in your case programming). Try to improve your grades, you may be able to do Comp Sci in grad school. Hope that helps.
Yeah I definitely agree with him on paper. CS grads generally get better pay, less likely to be unemployed and less restrictions, which is great. But if you’re really into physics, engineering, 3D modeling, testing and many other thing that MECHE includes then the choice is obvious. Coding is fun and cool, but not for me long term 🤷♂️. Ngl I do wish I preferred it, but an avg of 90k or 95k(with PE license) is not bad at all. And I kinda like a traditional work environment with structure and schedule, but that’s just me
Is not bad at all... until I found out my dad makes $250,000 a year as a computer scientist for Microsoft... he’s been working from home for the past 10 years too. And no drug tests. It’s a win win situation here....
I totally agree with you. I have a bachelors and a masters of science degrees in mechanical engineering and if I go back in time I would do either software engineering or CS
thank you for sharing important knowledge. I agree with you when it comes to Mechanical engineering ,its not about your knowledge , its about who you know . I did Mechanical Engineering and I have so many ideas yet i cant even execute even one of them . its too dependent on other professionals. I am considering computer science now . Thank you man for sharing . I love it .. thanks alot
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thank you for this video! Im gonna start school soon and have to choose a major and the way you describe how the me job environments, and opportunities are not great is useful to know.
I started out as a civil engineer student. switch to mechanical engineering. Now that I am about to transfer out of cc to a cal state, I am thinking computer science 😔 I need guidance
I kinda feel the opposite, right now studying software engineering but I feel like I'm missing out on a lot of physics and mechanics which I really enjoy, also discrete math is really killing me. any advice?
Change your major if its possible. Remember that you can always go for programming and software after mechanical but the other way round is not possible.
@@MdSaif-jp5rc Of course it's possible, it's just that someone who is in a large area of computer science, making a lot of money, is not going to spend their time learning CAD, CAM, statics, thermodynamics or materials to get a job that they don't even like to a ME.
I'm a mechanical technician and I was thinking for a long time to get a bachelor degree in mechanical engineering until I got a task to work in the sun for 8 hours (in the middle east 50c weather) then I decided to change my mind and get a computer science degree because working under this heat will not be good for my health and I know I will regret not switching in the next few years but I think not all engineers get to work on the field of power plant or any where under the heat they normally give tasks to the technicians and thats boring to just set and wait for the result and if any thing wrong happen to the technicians injurers or stuff like that its on you most of the time and discuss about things for the next day with team leader its just boring job
It’s the same situation in Taiwan. The worst thing is Folks look down people who repair machine,car...anything else making hands dirty.Maybe you need to change to other field related to Computer or you may not enough money to your wife,parents....
Wait so what have you done with mechanical engineering? I’m barely starting college and the one thing that is making it really hard for me is that I don’t have a main goal. I have somewhat of and idea that I want to make thing like robotics but all that seems way to hard.
The older I get, the more I realized that every industry is the same. It really is who you blow. Every olace i have worked at shows favoritism although my newest job isnt as bad.
It’s funny how the world works aha, I’m studying computer science in my second year and I feel like I’m more of a hands on, mechanical engineer type of person. I hate programming haha
I am a graduating this next semester with a degree in Outdoor product design and development. Started in mechanical engineering, but found it was mostly just throwing numbers around. I had to do some programming, and failed that class three times so... Probably not for me. Luckily my wife is a pretty good coder and just got a job as a software engineer right out of college. In the end I just want to make cool stuff. I am starting a new job with a mountain bike components design firm next month, so hoping that pans out and get my career kick-started. Lucky for my my new boss has founded like 10 companies and has his hands all over the industry, so I should get some good contacts at least.
@s v i didn't know actually, well Ok so the ans is, I chose mechanical because i loved to 'create stuff', most of the times when I looked around me, the cool things like automobiles, planes etc were made by mechanical engineers! I thought, yes, this is what I'll do... I'll choose mechanical engineering and I'll learn physics (i loved physics and mechanical engineering course seemed the closest to physics, fluid mechanics, mechanics, thermodynamics, one quantum physics and relativity class etc) and I'll make stuff. I was bedazzled by how they show a 'mechanical engineer' in promotional videos, working on a CAD software, making a model and creating great stuff on his own. But, in reality, its...... boring. You can't create stuff on your own if you don't have a lot and lot of cash, those CAD models are nothing actually, just an improvised way of 2d Drawing, just a fancy way of drawing. The manufacturing process is whole another thing, no matter how good CAD model you make, it all depends om how good it can be manufactured. It takes a lot and lot of time, and experience in industry for anyone to take you serious, where you will lead teams and then actually make something. Most of the time and most of the jobs are in maintenance, quality check and overall management. What you can produce on your own without spending millions is something that is no better than a toy that you could have made without a degree. The job growth isn't much, at least in my country, a good mechanical engineer with 10 years of experience earns what a talented software engineer earns straight out of college. Even if I don't count money, leaving out some exceptions, mechanical engineering is boring overall.....all people don't work in making sports bikes or Jet engines, the field is so old that almost everything is standardized, no low hanging fruits, very very less scope of innovation (if you don't have millions for research), You can't do much on your own. I wanted to make stuff, I can't actually make anything on my own, what I can, is nothing better than a toy. I now do music production and computer science, both fields are where you don't need to spend millions to make a complete, meaningful, useful and working product on your own.
@s v also in computer science, you just need a good laptop, internet connection, zeal to learn and work hard and you can be on the forefront of human knowledge in that field, sitting in your bedroom. You can do research on your own without asking a committee for funding grant for years, you can do all kinds of interesting stuff all on your own, you can live anywhere and do freelancing work and earn on yoir own, Its a field where you can compete with the best in the world just with a laptop. And what you'll make on laptop will be as good and legit as it can be, Not like mechanical engineering where what you make on a laptop is just a better way to draw and look at things. If it can't be manufactured cheaply, easily, without using a lot of raw material, its no good. You need a $400 laptop with cloud computing to create a piece of software that can help in finding cure for new strains of novel viruses, You need a 6000$ lathe machine to make a bolt.
What about learning cs without college beside studying ME in college is it possible I saw many self taught developers or software engineers in the market I think ME degree it's something strong and gives you more knowledge and you can't learn it by yourself Any advices I'm just heading to college this month and I'm confused
Why would u spend 5,6 or 7 years studying ME if u love software? Software is hard work. Thats why u must choose one of them, because no one wanna average software devs, u must be so good at it
I'd like to ask a question for anyone who can answer me in the comment section: I'm planning on studying mechanical engineering because it's the only thing that I think I can get through. Since I'm in my last year of highschool and other than literary subjects physics is the thing I excel at. Is it possible to do a game design masters after getting my bachelor's in mechanical engineering? Crossing my fingers that someone has gone through this to tell me 😅
So I have an interest in cnc machining and programming and all that kinda stuff and would like to own my own shop one day would computer science be a better way to go then mechanical engineering ?
I worked after school 2 year as mechanical and 1 year as software before deciding my degree it helps alot like when ur 18-19 or what ever and cant decide i suggest talk to the companies ask for an intern ship see how it is real life doesnt really matter ur age or degree. The company i work with in Automotive we get tons of people age 35-40 from university with tons of discipline and past experience funny as hell to work with cuz they dont quit
got any pointers how to get an Engineering Job in automotive industry? I'm 4th year ME student, captain of the Mini BAJA team, have designed and build part for the race, work on my own car. But I just don't see that many engineering opportunities in automotives, do I have to move to Detroit or do I have start building connections first?
Glad I came across your channel. I've been a Civil Engineer now for a few years very similar background to yours. Teaching myself Java since that's what we learned at school but man there is so much information and so many routes to go with. How did you go about switching with your Mechanical Engineering Degree? There are so many different pathways and information out there it's quite overwhelming.
Just get your PE in civil, plenty of government civil engineering jobs pays six figures with practically no deadlines. Deadlines are suggestions lmao. You just assess design plans and make sure they satisfy criteria. It is a chill job. You gonna get burned out from a coding job, trust me I been there.
what about future proofness? harder it seems to automate engineers out of a job than it is to automate coders right? thats my immediate intuitive sense of it anyway
Here's my main doubt when choosing,i've used glasses my whole life and i'm afraid if i pursue a CS degree my sight will be significantly affected.However,would this really change if i pursue a Mechanical Engineering degree? Or will it be about the same when it comes to affecting my sight? I feel like Mechanical Engineering is not only harder,but more time-consuming and you earn less money at the end of the day.Could someone please give me some advice on this? I'd greatly appreciate any input so thanks in advance!!
@@josephi00 Hi,at this point now i'm considering the time-consuming factor.Now I want to know which one of these would be the less-time consuming and less hard.I know it depends but is also another factor that could help me out as well.Appreciate the help
@@diegocastaneda2505 Hello. From my research, both are very time consuming fields and would require a lot of effort and a great time investment. I'm also looking into both courses, but in terms of requirements they seem to be similar, so that should be a hint as to how much work you'll be putting in for both, which is, again, pretty similar
My advice for poeple considering including a minor in cs witha major in mech eng, do not ! Why? Welp, mech eng focuses a lot in physical aspects and design while cs focuses purely on coding, and if you want to code, just switch your major, why get a minor in cs with a major in mech eng if you get a job the other one will be completely useless. Trust me, mech eng do not code, u dont need to, they know the basics but nothing else. I was a mech eng major, i was doing good but as I completed my sophomore year and became a rising junior I realized that mech eng was a bit too boring for me, so i switched to computer eng, and honestly, it covers all I always wanted with eng, software and Arduino. Basically robotics, and with my knowledge in mech eng cad i kinda build entire robots on my own now. Btw its never too late to switch, as I mentioned i was a rising junior and lost a full semester so what, my school told me “that is normal” and many people change their majors all the time so an extra semester or year is within the expectations and you will not lose much.
I want to be a Network Engineer, is it better to do Computer Network and Security, or Integrated Electronic/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering? There is a Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering degree near to me, but it's a new course that is yet to receive accreditation and the University isn't that good. Thanks
Not sure if you have made a decision yet, but you don’t need a degree to be a network engineer. CCNA/CCNP certifications + IT experience is what you’re looking for. Maybe a two year vocational degree in networking. If you want to get into a management position someday, typically you’ll want a bachelor’s (Comp Sci, IT, Information Systems are all good choices for that).
Hi, I’m a mechanical engineer 1st year and not sure if I continue with it or change to Software Engineering. I was taught C language and really liked it, so that’s why I thought of moving to Software; however I feel I have no information or don’t know if I have the abilities to be a good Software Engineer, pls, it takes me a lot of time to solve a task because I’m new to this field. So the only reason I chose Mechanical is because I have some background in Physics from high school although I hate physics problem solving, but I feel I can understand it faster because of the demonstrations of Phy concepts in real world. Right now, I’m really confused should I do Software or do Mechanical? Please give me your advice. Thank you.
Do you want to do powerpoints and excel sheets? Do you like classic 9 to 5s? Do you enjoy a good ol boys mentality at work? Mechanical engineering. If you wanna work remote and make more? Software
@@JoshuaFluke1 Thank you for the reply, really appreciate it. Honestly, I fuckin hate excel but the rest were okay. However, I feel Software will fit me after reading your reply but at the same time, I’m scared that I can’t fit into Software field because it’s always changing, new technologies and so on, and I’m sitting here barely know how to solve my hw in C language. So that’s why I’m scared from Software and feel like I will have to work crazy all day night to be someone that can earn money from coding
@@rokstinn I choice to change my major . I'm currently a software engineering student and I'm happy with my major now. University is always hard but honestly I saw a huge difference when you go to uni and hate your field and when you go to it and love your field. So Eray, choose what you love
@@Aimenxo First of all thank you for your reply and i would like ask one more thing. you said that you felt like you would have to work all the time because you thought that it would be hard to fit in since it is an always changing field and you werent sure whether you had the abilities to be a good Software eng. I am kind of feeling the same now. Does that still affect you or did you find out that it wasnt like that at all.
3:20 Precisely why I, a mechanical engineer, am trying to figure out a way to transition into the tech industry at the moment. Cause this ain’t it for me. Lol
Moner Droning I enjoyed the subject. I definitely enjoyed the courses I took in college and the projects I’ve got to work on so I don’t regret that. I still do like physics and have a curiosity for how things are built and designed. I got to work on cool manufacturing projects, aero thermal lab assignments that analyzed air flow over wings, heat transfer class taught me to design a heat sink for computers for efficient heat reduction. Etc. The industry however, isn’t as exciting. At least not the places that I’ve worked in. Also many of my classmates what work in aerospace and design turbine blades and all this other cool stuff, still say that the industry is dominated by older folks and the work culture as a result kind of sucks. Also not to mention the demand isn’t as high so getting a job, let alone the “ideal” job is not as easy. But that’s from my perspective. Others can have a completely different outlook on the industry depending on their experience.
sakif7 thank you very much for you response, it’s extremely helpful. I am, this week, finishing off my senior year in HS, and will be majoring in MECHE the upcoming fall. I also love physics very much and enjoy its application. The work culture and less than moderate demand (for mech engineers) will definitely be something I’ll have to prepare myself. Once again thank you for your detailed response!
Have you considered working in the tech industry as a mechanical engineer? Im a mech eng student trying to look into that but i dont know if there’s a lot of opportunities
Imo mechanical engineering careers seem depressing. Yeah its cool and all but a ton just work for others and stuck with no creative(imo). Computers seem more like freedom outlets
@@jesper9622 i do like physics but more the ideas and stuff because i feel like itd be more satisfying to develop ideas from the base up than "company wants this" idk im just a confused HS senior
What if your really good at physics? I'm kinda stuck between mechanical engineering and computer science. I got a 2 on my computer science AP exam in 10th grade and a 5 on my AP physics exam in 11th. But at the same time, I got a lot more disciplined from 10th to 11th grade. I went from 3.03 GPA in semester 2 10th grade to 3.914 GPA in semester 2 11th grade. I'm also going to take AP physics 2 and AP calc in 12th grade. Any advice?
Totino's Pizza Rolls how has ap calc been treating ya? I had no idea I was into meche, and took APP2 for an extra AP credit I needed to graduate and fell in love with physics.
You make it seem like mechanical engineering is useless. The Mechanical engineering profession may be getting old but as long as they adapt then everything will be alright. It's clear that it was just not right for you and you chose to continue with it. There are plenty mechanical engineers out there who love their job. People who are actually have a passion for it and don't care who's making more money then them. It's appreciated that you're giving advice for people like me. But you come across as if you are trying to persuade people out of it. Rather than trying to be helpful.
Hello I'm interested in computers and seeking for change of branch in 2nd year should I do it?? As of now I'm mechanical engineering student just completed 1st year According to u wt is the best advise for me whether I should continue to be in mechh or change the branch to CSE What if I do CSE and aim to be have a socially respectful government job... whether such kind of job is available for me
if you look at those revenues in two different environments such Mec and CC. when you get a Mec degree, you can work for companies like Toyota, VW, GM, Boeing, NASA, Google, Chevy, or Siesmen. and their revenue combined is about 5,000 bilion dollars. But, companies like you can can work for like Microsoft, Apple, Microsoft, SAP, or small starrtups like Airbnb have quite a bit small section of market. I am sure the market for CC will grow larger and larger but I don't really see when i see the revenues of the microsoft, apple, and other companies right now compared to those companies like shipbuilder, motors, energy, construction, and tools in which mechanical engineers are highly required with mathematical and skills. and Mechanical engineering itself sound sexy af lol
Louis UchihaTM agreed, my response was mainly to his last sentence. If I chose CC it wouldn’t be because that’s my passion, but because of job growth and salary, those things are good but they are solid enough in mech to where I will follow my passions which is mech. I’m also thinking about just going for a minor in CC so I can know how to code better.
What if Mechanical Engineering is the only degree I've seen that interests me but I'm not at all a person who fits (or can live with) the good ol' boy norms and old-fashioned structured 9-5 settings? I'm 32 and have done everything from the Marine Corps Infantry to teach to paint to build houses to cook to fly airplanes to photography to consulting, etc etc etc. I need variety rather than structure, and challenge/growth over monotony. I've considered Industrial Design for the extra freedom in design and company culture, but I care about function > fashion in design. Help!
Hello i liked your explanation on your video But i want to combine 2 fields Computer Engineering & IT with Automotive engineering since i have passion for tech and cars in the same time Computer & Car enthusiast so i wanted to ask like are there any people like me on this situation and if so what are your thoughts on this one that i want to do since i love em both Tech & Car
I feel you. I am majoring in mech. with minors in comp sci and physics, I plan to do masters in mechatronics. mechatronics is basically robots and cars plus tech equals mobile robots
I quit school after 2 years of learning M.E and started working at Warehouse and had the chance to see real engineers and technicians work in real field. Now, I would be going with C.S or IT route. M.E is something I chose because close people told me to do so.
Junkers josh fluke has some good points about the job on paper, but for a lot of ppl engineering is so much cooler, and fascinating. To be apart of creating, building, designing, testing. There’s more than the 15k more in cs on avg, and sometimes non-traditional work environment
Mechanical has more calculus, linear algebra, diff equations etc whilst computer sconce is a lot of discrete maths. Although I’m studying computer science but the maths is quite tough
I myself personally think underwater basket weaving is the best degree out of college. Six figures(of debt) basically guaranteed. What about you guys?
if i want to work as "computer hardware engineering" do i take mechanical or computer engineering
+Manolo Ortiz
You will need a Computer Engineering
Happened to come across this video. Thanks for sharing your experience. Been thinking for awhile now of making a switch from my first job as a mechanical engineer to computer science. While I don't really hate my current work per se, I don't foresee myself in this role in the long term compared to when I visualised myself as a mech eng during university. I'm gonna try to explore my options more.
A major in gender studies is your best bet for a guaranteed job out of college.
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i gave up my engineering degree for gender studies because the salary is just soooo much higher and such a great expertise. having the time of my life with my gender studies degree in the bahamas
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Thank you so much man... this was literally life changing for me. Dude, you absolutely hit it on the nail. I have heard similar things from multiple people and through my own research. This seals the deal for me. I got accepted into my states university for Aerospace Engineering which is just a more specialized MechE. I had multiple people tell me do MechE do MechE but I am going to make the switch to computer science. I’m feeling good!
My calculus 3 professor said something extremely similar once.... “do the job that creates what will replace human workers, not the jobs that will get replaced”
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I don't think mechanical engineering will be replaced though. The truth is that everything is replaceable nowadays so it's kinda hard to choose what you really enjoy but you always gonna end gettin a job sooner or later. So do whatever you wanna do and whatever makes you feel more comfortable
@@slightlyaccurate8539 true, I’m more into computers and tech than I ever was engineering wise. I felt forced to go into engineering because my brother and dad do it. The one thing I like about computer science over mechanical engineering though is the amount of opportunities. They seem endless with CS, but with mechanical engineering.... I know too many people who never got a job or got fired and couldn’t find one for a good time. They also say it’s ridiculously stressful, like one of them drinks every night (he’s an aerospace manager). I’d rather just do some interesting stuff without as big of stakes, but make great compensation for it lol. Also, working from home isn’t for everyone but that’s super appealing to me!
@@ChiefLunar Yeah I'm gonna try going into mechanical engineering and If I don't like it I know I can just change my way of life and try something new. It's all about trying. We all make mistakes. Don't expect to be always right about your decisions
@@slightlyaccurate8539 exactly man. Like I can say I’ve already tried that. I did community college for 2-3 years, dabbling in many different areas of classes. I’m finishing my 3rd year now after having decided to go the STEM route. I was lined up for mechanical engineering, so the pre reqs for that are pretty universal for all STEM classes so it’s nice because I don’t have too much to do for CS now.... just some coding specific classes basically. But engineering is tough, but it’s definitely doable. I personally feel that anyone can do any college major, if they put in the time. What I didn’t like about engineering was all the CAD homework and rigorous math like differential equations, but I liked the coding homework’s the best
4th year Mechanical Engineering, and I do like programming microcontroller and computers. But I also like designing parts and calculating loads and stresses and sometimes building stuff. So Mech Eng is perfect for me.
Sounds like you should’ve done robotics engineering 😁
@@ChiefLunar yeah but I also didn't want to limit my options. Since mechanical engineering deals basically with all other types of engineering disciplines on basic level; Structural, Material, Chemical, Electrical, etc. I wanted to learn bit of everything.
@@aimless-drifter I feel that. I am a 2nd year aerospace engineering student and I’ve had plenty of people tell me to do MechE instead (broader scope of study, more job opportunities, etc)... I just have found I can’t do the endless hours of CAD homework or using differential equations to solve problems it’s soooo dry and rigorous, I have really enjoyed my programming classes though so I am thinking about switching to computer science
me to having the same issue what can I do?
Oh man, this hits hard. I graduated in December 2019 as a mechanical engineer with a good GPA from North Carolina and as of today no work. depressed and looking for something else
Good luck man
all the best man im a student of mechanical engineering too thinking of changing my career path
Brother, I feel. I am in my 2nd year of aerospace engineering. I am switching to computer science!! Much much more job opportunities and higher pay even!
@@ChiefLunar btw can i knowhow old are you ?
Bro send a Lot of cv, try getting an internship. Also, updates?
Thank you soo much!! I am in Freshmen year and from your point of view.. I will confidently take CS as my major!! (First, I was thinking about Automobile engineer) Drop that shit and now I will be focusing on CS as my career!!👍🏻❤
Funny how this is my life now.. Studying mechanical engineering but more interested in programming which we don't touch at all in mech
Switch majors man, I did it. I was studying aerospace engineering but decided to switch to computer science!
I am graduating next year, it is too late for me.. However, education system is on strike in my country(Nigeria) and I am thinking of transferring abroad to continue and I will definitely try switching then
@@kevinandeleven that’s the move🤙🏼
I'm majoring in cs and I would like a more hands-on experience, any info?
@@bassemsalman4315 go into computer engineering
I've been doing mechanical engineering for 10 years and am so done with it. Always was more interested in coding and data and debating going to get a masters in cs. You're definitely helping me take the plunge! And you're so right about the good ol boys environment. I've even been at some product development startups and there is still this weird old school feel and up tight vibe. Seriously gets soul sucking.
How are things going?
I was a mech eng major, I completed my freshman and sophomore year, so i was worried about switching to computer engineering as a rising junior because i would lose almost an entire year. But i did it, and im so happy i fk did, mechanical engineering was a lil too boring for me, but i was good at it.
As someone with a Mechanical Engineering background who has started to do more CS stuff, I think this is very accurate.
I thought ME was really interesting when I studied it, but I haven't really enjoyed the working environment or my colleagues too much.
And I also agree that if the goal is self-employment, CS makes much more sense. You can build a lot of cool stuff without a lot of funding and hiring a bunch of people.
Dude I feel this so much. I got accepted into my universities aerospace engineering program, but I am declining and switching to computer science
I have ME background, and I m a machinist. I have the ability to build, but I don’t have the mean to buy materiel to do so. Meanwhile, I just start self learning Programming online, with 1k laptop I start building some programs. So, you are right on about funding.
Mechanical engineering is more fun when taught practically
Agree 100%
Exactly. The subjectatter has so much potential and is itself interesting. But it took me many books to get into engineering although it took only 1 book to get me into physics; Hawkings Brief History of Time.
Im senior mechanical engineer student rn and when i was freshman-sophomore i was thinking a lot about switching to electronical engineering or programming.Although i was really good in programming,i decided not to leave my program.Which now i glad that i didnt.I got used to it and liked more and more by time.
@@JacobianMatrix9 Yildiz technical university
I’m in that position now. I don’t really care for/like my statics or thermo class and im thinking about switching to cs.
I appreciate this video man! I saw the same things in M.E. and decided the work life, opportunities, and pay of Mech Eng. weren't worth finishing the degree for. I knew I was a problem solver I think my brain works best with the type of problem solving that developing/programming calls for.
Jesse Russo I need to create. I can't just be an employee number badging in and badging out
I’m a sophomore going for mech engineering and I’m having similar thoughts of my degree. I like the cad stuff but my CS class has me interested. Considering I only picked this degree because it’s “flexible” I’m really considering changing to CS.
-good video and unique viewpoint
What did u do I'm really interested in what happened?
Do both :)
Zuhaib lmao fuck CS. Maybe it’s for you but not for me
Zuhaib nope, nursing
@@rileyharper4477 so what happened?
I'm currently majoring in ME but also just started minoring in CS as well. I'm starting to wonder if I should just fully switch to CS but I feel like I don't have enough personal experience to make the decision, but it feels like I'm running out of time to decide.
You'll be more powerful if you combine the two.. You can create/invent some awesome stuffs.
Mechatronic Engineering?
Jason daddy chill
Basically Tony stark 😂
That's what I''m doing now. Mech e undergraduate but ventured into C++ and Python. Now interning as a robotics engineer using both skills
@@kevins6728 i 'also confused what to do?This problem depress me lot😥
Just graduated from Mechanical Engineering and now I have to decide whether I should go for the mechanical engineer position or the software engineer position. Such a dilemma.
Same situation for me too. What u have decided
@@justinjj9592 became a mechanical engineer, resigned, now doing masters of data science to become a data scientist.
@@teohxuhao3289 that's great ! Can u tell me how did u managed to get into data science. I would be really helpful for me . I'm so confused
@@justinjj9592 I just applied into a local university, they don't require a really technical IT background. I think you can self learn data science too, doesn't really need to enroll into university
@@teohxuhao3289 got it👍
Man I really appreciate this video as there is no vedio in u tube in this topic
Hey man I can totally relate. I did my first Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering. I realized a little too late that I didn't like it. So I stuck it out being rather miserable, and then I went for a second one in Computer Science which took me 2 years to complete. I am done with that one now, and I am ready to hit the market..
i am having touble deciding what to do. I am confused between the same fields. Can you help sir?
@@HassanKhan-ei2wh I would say you should think in terms of what you want in the long term. I was attracted to the idea that Computer Science offers more opportunities to be independent and work remotely than Mechanical Engineering. Plus there are going to be a lot more (and higher paying) jobs for Computer Science in the future. If you are attracted to some aspects of Mechanical Engineering, say automotive or aerospace, then go for that, and learn programming on your own. Just follow your heart in deciding between these both fields, because they are both good and well-paying fields. But also consider the fact that with Computer Science you can work in literally any field, because every one needs programmers nowadays
@daniel hernandez I enrolled for a second bachelor's because I wanted to learn all the things about CS properly, and also because I wanted to boost my grades for grad school (cuz I actually had pretty bad grades from my MechE degree :p ). Anyway, I don't think you'll need to go for a second bachelor's degree if you're already learning data structures, algorithms and OOP. Plus, consider going to grad school for CS if you have the grades..
@@zeeshanayub9706 Hey there. Am in my third year in Mechanical Engineering. I really cant say am into it. My overall grades are bad though I was really good in math and Physics in high school. I have a pretty hard time reading and my head just cant get into it. It sucks! However, I feel Engineering is a pretty good field but my passion rests on programming. Am learning C++ and I am really liking it and would like to change to Comp Scie. However, I feel Comp Sci isnt as marketable in companies like Tesla, SpaceX etc compared to Mech Engineering. I want to do more coding.
@@louisuchihatm2556 Well, I can't say I blame you for having a hard time reading. Engineering text books are long and dry. The best way to learn the content I would say is to find video resources on youtube, mit opencourseware and the like. You know if I could go back, I'd tell myself this: Make the best of the situation you are in. Programming is an awesome interest to have, and one that can be pursued on the side with MechE. You'll be surprised how many people I know have done that.
My advice is to you is this: If you have decided that you want to switch, and if you think you can still switch, all the power to you. If not, you still have some time to improve your grades since you're still in your 3rd year. Employers appreciate that you actively pursued an interest outside school (in your case programming). Try to improve your grades, you may be able to do Comp Sci in grad school.
Hope that helps.
Yeah I definitely agree with him on paper. CS grads generally get better pay, less likely to be unemployed and less restrictions, which is great. But if you’re really into physics, engineering, 3D modeling, testing and many other thing that MECHE includes then the choice is obvious. Coding is fun and cool, but not for me long term 🤷♂️. Ngl I do wish I preferred it, but an avg of 90k or 95k(with PE license) is not bad at all. And I kinda like a traditional work environment with structure and schedule, but that’s just me
Is not bad at all... until I found out my dad makes $250,000 a year as a computer scientist for Microsoft... he’s been working from home for the past 10 years too. And no drug tests. It’s a win win situation here....
What is the chance of your job being outsourced to India or China in Computer related fields vs. ME?
Depends, if you are good in CS, you can't be outsourced, really good, down here we mostly do the "easy and tedious"
I totally agree with you. I have a bachelors and a masters of science degrees in mechanical engineering and if I go back in time I would do either software engineering or CS
Thanks so much you have no idea how helpful this video was
Enjoy your videos, thanks for taking the time to make them.
thank you for sharing important knowledge. I agree with you when it comes to Mechanical engineering ,its not about your knowledge , its about who you know . I did Mechanical Engineering and I have so many ideas yet i cant even execute even one of them . its too dependent on other professionals. I am considering computer science now . Thank you man for sharing . I love it .. thanks alot
In life, generally, relationships are what matter the most. Try to reunite with a team that has the same goal. Practice Your leadership. And some network!! I'll help You i'm any aspecto of life
thank you for this video! Im gonna start school soon and have to choose a major and the way you describe how the me job environments, and opportunities are not great is useful to know.
I started out as a civil engineer student. switch to mechanical engineering. Now that I am about to transfer out of cc to a cal state, I am thinking computer science 😔 I need guidance
lol i did exactly the same as you
Was in mechanical engineering and want to switch to civil 😂
Why did u change from civil
Why did you change from civil lol, I’m in computer science but wish I was in civil 😂😂
I kinda feel the opposite, right now studying software engineering but I feel like I'm missing out on a lot of physics and mechanics which I really enjoy, also discrete math is really killing me. any advice?
Change your major if its possible. Remember that you can always go for programming and software after mechanical but the other way round is not possible.
@@MdSaif-jp5rc what do u mean?
@@MdSaif-jp5rc Of course it's possible, it's just that someone who is in a large area of computer science, making a lot of money, is not going to spend their time learning CAD, CAM, statics, thermodynamics or materials to get a job that they don't even like to a ME.
Thanks for the advice!
4:22 couldn't have said that better myself. Screw that liability!
I'm a mechanical technician and I was thinking for a long time to get a bachelor degree in mechanical engineering until I got a task to work in the sun for 8 hours (in the middle east 50c weather) then I decided to change my mind and get a computer science degree because working under this heat will not be good for my health and I know I will regret not switching in the next few years but I think not all engineers get to work on the field of power plant or any where under the heat they normally give tasks to the technicians and thats boring to just set and wait for the result and if any thing wrong happen to the technicians injurers or stuff like that its on you most of the time and discuss about things for the next day with team leader its just boring job
It’s the same situation in Taiwan. The worst thing is Folks look down people who repair machine,car...anything else making hands dirty.Maybe you need to change to other field related to Computer or you may not enough money to your wife,parents....
Wait so what have you done with mechanical engineering? I’m barely starting college and the one thing that is making it really hard for me is that I don’t have a main goal. I have somewhat of and idea that I want to make thing like robotics but all that seems way to hard.
There is such thing as Mechatronics and Robotics
The older I get, the more I realized that every industry is the same. It really is who you blow. Every olace i have worked at shows favoritism although my newest job isnt as bad.
It’s funny how the world works aha, I’m studying computer science in my second year and I feel like I’m more of a hands on, mechanical engineer type of person. I hate programming haha
If we could switch places, I would like that.
I am a graduating this next semester with a degree in Outdoor product design and development. Started in mechanical engineering, but found it was mostly just throwing numbers around. I had to do some programming, and failed that class three times so... Probably not for me. Luckily my wife is a pretty good coder and just got a job as a software engineer right out of college. In the end I just want to make cool stuff. I am starting a new job with a mountain bike components design firm next month, so hoping that pans out and get my career kick-started. Lucky for my my new boss has founded like 10 companies and has his hands all over the industry, so I should get some good contacts at least.
Exactly at the same point right now, Wish I had taken computer science instead of mechanical engineering.
@s v 😳what do you mean how come?
I chose mechanical engineering to be my major and i shouldn't have.
@s v i didn't know actually, well
Ok so the ans is,
I chose mechanical because i loved to 'create stuff', most of the times when I looked around me, the cool things like automobiles, planes etc were made by mechanical engineers! I thought, yes, this is what I'll do... I'll choose mechanical engineering and I'll learn physics (i loved physics and mechanical engineering course seemed the closest to physics, fluid mechanics, mechanics, thermodynamics, one quantum physics and relativity class etc) and I'll make stuff.
I was bedazzled by how they show a 'mechanical engineer' in promotional videos, working on a CAD software, making a model and creating great stuff on his own.
But, in reality, its...... boring.
You can't create stuff on your own if you don't have a lot and lot of cash, those CAD models are nothing actually, just an improvised way of 2d Drawing, just a fancy way of drawing.
The manufacturing process is whole another thing, no matter how good CAD model you make, it all depends om how good it can be manufactured.
It takes a lot and lot of time, and experience in industry for anyone to take you serious, where you will lead teams and then actually make something.
Most of the time and most of the jobs are in maintenance, quality check and overall management.
What you can produce on your own without spending millions is something that is no better than a toy that you could have made without a degree.
The job growth isn't much, at least in my country, a good mechanical engineer with 10 years of experience earns what a talented software engineer earns straight out of college.
Even if I don't count money, leaving out some exceptions, mechanical engineering is boring overall.....all people don't work in making sports bikes or Jet engines, the field is so old that almost everything is standardized, no low hanging fruits, very very less scope of innovation (if you don't have millions for research),
You can't do much on your own.
I wanted to make stuff, I can't actually make anything on my own, what I can, is nothing better than a toy.
I now do music production and computer science, both fields are where you don't need to spend millions to make a complete, meaningful, useful and working product on your own.
@s v also in computer science, you just need a good laptop, internet connection, zeal to learn and work hard and you can be on the forefront of human knowledge in that field, sitting in your bedroom.
You can do research on your own without asking a committee for funding grant for years, you can do all kinds of interesting stuff all on your own, you can live anywhere and do freelancing work and earn on yoir own,
Its a field where you can compete with the best in the world just with a laptop.
And what you'll make on laptop will be as good and legit as it can be,
Not like mechanical engineering where what you make on a laptop is just a better way to draw and look at things.
If it can't be manufactured cheaply, easily, without using a lot of raw material, its no good.
You need a $400 laptop with cloud computing to create a piece of software that can help in finding cure for new strains of novel viruses,
You need a 6000$ lathe machine to make a bolt.
Hi, What did you do after two years(now)@@AshishSinghPaL777
Thank you so much!
Studying programming but more interested in mechanical🤔
What about learning cs without college beside studying ME in college is it possible I saw many self taught developers or software engineers in the market
I think ME degree it's something strong and gives you more knowledge and you can't learn it by yourself
Any advices I'm just heading to college this month and I'm confused
Why would u spend 5,6 or 7 years studying ME if u love software? Software is hard work. Thats why u must choose one of them, because no one wanna average software devs, u must be so good at it
Btw , After 2 years allot will change 😀
I haven't finished the video yet, but would you mind explaining more?
I'd like to ask a question for anyone who can answer me in the comment section:
I'm planning on studying mechanical engineering because it's the only thing that I think I can get through. Since I'm in my last year of highschool and other than literary subjects physics is the thing I excel at.
Is it possible to do a game design masters after getting my bachelor's in mechanical engineering?
Crossing my fingers that someone has gone through this to tell me 😅
You don't need a game degree to make games.
So I have an interest in cnc machining and programming and all that kinda stuff and would like to own my own shop one day would computer science be a better way to go then mechanical engineering ?
good work buddy!!! thnx tho
I worked after school 2 year as mechanical and 1 year as software before deciding my degree it helps alot like when ur 18-19 or what ever and cant decide i suggest talk to the companies ask for an intern ship see how it is real life doesnt really matter ur age or degree. The company i work with in Automotive we get tons of people age 35-40 from university with tons of discipline and past experience funny as hell to work with cuz they dont quit
got any pointers how to get an Engineering Job in automotive industry? I'm 4th year ME student, captain of the Mini BAJA team, have designed and build part for the race, work on my own car. But I just don't see that many engineering opportunities in automotives, do I have to move to Detroit or do I have start building connections first?
Thanks for sharing!
Glad I came across your channel. I've been a Civil Engineer now for a few years very similar background to yours. Teaching myself Java since that's what we learned at school but man there is so much information and so many routes to go with. How did you go about switching with your Mechanical Engineering Degree? There are so many different pathways and information out there it's quite overwhelming.
Just get your PE in civil, plenty of government civil engineering jobs pays six figures with practically no deadlines. Deadlines are suggestions lmao. You just assess design plans and make sure they satisfy criteria. It is a chill job. You gonna get burned out from a coding job, trust me I been there.
@@rodney5269 That's good to know. Thanks
Lol me too already 3 years in mechanical eng, gonna change to computer science
what about future proofness? harder it seems to automate engineers out of a job than it is to automate coders right? thats my immediate intuitive sense of it anyway
People say that because dont know how to code to a good level
Mechatronics Engineering!
Sir I am very very much confused between Computer Science engineering and Mechanical engineering.... Plz sir tell me which I should take
Here's my main doubt when choosing,i've used glasses my whole life and i'm afraid if i pursue a CS degree my sight will be significantly affected.However,would this really change if i pursue a Mechanical Engineering degree? Or will it be about the same when it comes to affecting my sight? I feel like Mechanical Engineering is not only harder,but more time-consuming and you earn less money at the end of the day.Could someone please give me some advice on this? I'd greatly appreciate any input so thanks in advance!!
I know there's a type of glasses you can buy that filters blue light (which puts strain on your eye), so those would probably help a bunch.
@@josephi00 Hi,at this point now i'm considering the time-consuming factor.Now I want to know which one of these would be the less-time consuming and less hard.I know it depends but is also another factor that could help me out as well.Appreciate the help
@@diegocastaneda2505 Hello. From my research, both are very time consuming fields and would require a lot of effort and a great time investment. I'm also looking into both courses, but in terms of requirements they seem to be similar, so that should be a hint as to how much work you'll be putting in for both, which is, again, pretty similar
Thank you for this video.
Mechanical engineering is best
My advice for poeple considering including a minor in cs witha major in mech eng, do not ! Why? Welp, mech eng focuses a lot in physical aspects and design while cs focuses purely on coding, and if you want to code, just switch your major, why get a minor in cs with a major in mech eng if you get a job the other one will be completely useless. Trust me, mech eng do not code, u dont need to, they know the basics but nothing else.
I was a mech eng major, i was doing good but as I completed my sophomore year and became a rising junior I realized that mech eng was a bit too boring for me, so i switched to computer eng, and honestly, it covers all I always wanted with eng, software and Arduino. Basically robotics, and with my knowledge in mech eng cad i kinda build entire robots on my own now.
Btw its never too late to switch, as I mentioned i was a rising junior and lost a full semester so what, my school told me “that is normal” and many people change their majors all the time so an extra semester or year is within the expectations and you will not lose much.
I want to be a Network Engineer, is it better to do Computer Network and Security, or Integrated Electronic/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering? There is a Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering degree near to me, but it's a new course that is yet to receive accreditation and the University isn't that good. Thanks
Not sure if you have made a decision yet, but you don’t need a degree to be a network engineer. CCNA/CCNP certifications + IT experience is what you’re looking for. Maybe a two year vocational degree in networking. If you want to get into a management position someday, typically you’ll want a bachelor’s (Comp Sci, IT, Information Systems are all good choices for that).
Never go for a degree thats not accredited. Your wasting your time and money.
you sound really biased
You forgot to mention that there will be very less number of girls at workplace for mechanical engineer compared to cs
EVERYONE: MECH IS FUN. COMP IS MORE FUN AND COMFORTABLE
ME: AHH BOTH HAVE MATHS.
Hi, I’m a mechanical engineer 1st year and not sure if I continue with it or change to Software Engineering. I was taught C language and really liked it, so that’s why I thought of moving to Software; however I feel I have no information or don’t know if I have the abilities to be a good Software Engineer, pls, it takes me a lot of time to solve a task because I’m new to this field.
So the only reason I chose Mechanical is because I have some background in Physics from high school although I hate physics problem solving, but I feel I can understand it faster because of the demonstrations of Phy concepts in real world.
Right now, I’m really confused should I do Software or do Mechanical? Please give me your advice.
Thank you.
Do you want to do powerpoints and excel sheets? Do you like classic 9 to 5s? Do you enjoy a good ol boys mentality at work? Mechanical engineering. If you wanna work remote and make more? Software
@@JoshuaFluke1 Thank you for the reply, really appreciate it.
Honestly, I fuckin hate excel but the rest were okay.
However, I feel Software will fit me after reading your reply but at the same time, I’m scared that I can’t fit into Software field because it’s always changing, new technologies and so on, and I’m sitting here barely know how to solve my hw in C language. So that’s why I’m scared from Software and feel like I will have to work crazy all day night to be someone that can earn money from coding
@@Aimenxo I am kind of in the same situation. What choice did you make?
@@rokstinn I choice to change my major . I'm currently a software engineering student and I'm happy with my major now. University is always hard but honestly I saw a huge difference when you go to uni and hate your field and when you go to it and love your field. So Eray, choose what you love
@@Aimenxo First of all thank you for your reply and i would like ask one more thing. you said that you felt like you would have to work all the time because you thought that it would be hard to fit in since it is an always changing field and you werent sure whether you had the abilities to be a good Software eng. I am kind of feeling the same now. Does that still affect you or did you find out that it wasnt like that at all.
I an ME engr trying to become an cse robat.
my kid loves his job but hates the people; he is a BSME 5 years now
The people I worked with lead to me quitting my job. Who you work with is who you'll be with like 70% of the day so you better like them.
Swapped to CS from ChemE last semester. Pipes and pumps all day just wasn't for me.
HASSAN GAMAL LMAOOOO pipes and pumps. Cheme really do be like that huh
@@madlad1.
Idk man
3:20
Precisely why I, a mechanical engineer, am trying to figure out a way to transition into the tech industry at the moment.
Cause this ain’t it for me. Lol
Why did you enter meche to begin with, like what drew you to it?
Moner Droning I enjoyed the subject.
I definitely enjoyed the courses I took in college and the projects I’ve got to work on so I don’t regret that.
I still do like physics and have a curiosity for how things are built and designed. I got to work on cool manufacturing projects, aero thermal lab assignments that analyzed air flow over wings, heat transfer class taught me to design a heat sink for computers for efficient heat reduction. Etc.
The industry however, isn’t as exciting. At least not the places that I’ve worked in. Also many of my classmates what work in aerospace and design turbine blades and all this other cool stuff, still say that the industry is dominated by older folks and the work culture as a result kind of sucks. Also not to mention the demand isn’t as high so getting a job, let alone the “ideal” job is not as easy.
But that’s from my perspective. Others can have a completely different outlook on the industry depending on their experience.
sakif7 thank you very much for you response, it’s extremely helpful. I am, this week, finishing off my senior year in HS, and will be majoring in MECHE the upcoming fall. I also love physics very much and enjoy its application. The work culture and less than moderate demand (for mech engineers) will definitely be something I’ll have to prepare myself. Once again thank you for your detailed response!
Moner Droning no problem man best of luck! I’m glad I can offer some insight!
Have you considered working in the tech industry as a mechanical engineer? Im a mech eng student trying to look into that but i dont know if there’s a lot of opportunities
Hey what do you mean by “ ... and how i like to solve problems” 7:09 Im in uni rn and thinking of switching. Thanks for your help.
“No physical risk to computer programming”
Ask Sam Bankman Fried
Imo mechanical engineering careers seem depressing. Yeah its cool and all but a ton just work for others and stuck with no creative(imo). Computers seem more like freedom outlets
But do you like physics or just coding?
@@jesper9622 i do like physics but more the ideas and stuff because i feel like itd be more satisfying to develop ideas from the base up than "company wants this" idk im just a confused HS senior
no.. you can be creative in mechnical engineering.. you can design a machine, robots and a systems in manufacturing..
What if your really good at physics? I'm kinda stuck between mechanical engineering and computer science. I got a 2 on my computer science AP exam in 10th grade and a 5 on my AP physics exam in 11th.
But at the same time, I got a lot more disciplined from 10th to 11th grade. I went from 3.03 GPA in semester 2 10th grade to 3.914 GPA in semester 2 11th grade.
I'm also going to take AP physics 2 and AP calc in 12th grade.
Any advice?
Totino's Pizza Rolls how has ap calc been treating ya? I had no idea I was into meche, and took APP2 for an extra AP credit I needed to graduate and fell in love with physics.
Take all in one mechatronics
It's not the same.
Am in my third year. Am thinking of changing to Comp Sci
Don’t
You make it seem like mechanical engineering is useless. The Mechanical engineering profession may be getting old but as long as they adapt then everything will be alright. It's clear that it was just not right for you and you chose to continue with it. There are plenty mechanical engineers out there who love their job. People who are actually have a passion for it and don't care who's making more money then them. It's appreciated that you're giving advice for people like me. But you come across as if you are trying to persuade people out of it. Rather than trying to be helpful.
Some jobs are fine. Most jobs are excel sheets.
Hello I'm interested in computers and seeking for change of branch in 2nd year should I do it?? As of now I'm mechanical engineering student just completed 1st year
According to u wt is the best advise for me whether I should continue to be in mechh or change the branch to CSE
What if I do CSE and aim to be have a socially respectful government job... whether such kind of job is available for me
if you look at those revenues in two different environments such Mec and CC. when you get a Mec degree, you can work for companies like Toyota, VW, GM, Boeing, NASA, Google, Chevy, or Siesmen. and their revenue combined is about 5,000 bilion dollars. But, companies like you can can work for like Microsoft, Apple, Microsoft, SAP, or small starrtups like Airbnb have quite a bit small section of market. I am sure the market for CC will grow larger and larger but I don't really see when i see the revenues of the microsoft, apple, and other companies right now compared to those companies like shipbuilder, motors, energy, construction, and tools in which mechanical engineers are highly required with mathematical and skills. and Mechanical engineering itself sound sexy af lol
@@madlad1. Each of those company needs programmers
Louis UchihaTM agreed, my response was mainly to his last sentence. If I chose CC it wouldn’t be because that’s my passion, but because of job growth and salary, those things are good but they are solid enough in mech to where I will follow my passions which is mech. I’m also thinking about just going for a minor in CC so I can know how to code better.
I'm finna be homeless then
What if Mechanical Engineering is the only degree I've seen that interests me but I'm not at all a person who fits (or can live with) the good ol' boy norms and old-fashioned structured 9-5 settings?
I'm 32 and have done everything from the Marine Corps Infantry to teach to paint to build houses to cook to fly airplanes to photography to consulting, etc etc etc. I need variety rather than structure, and challenge/growth over monotony.
I've considered Industrial Design for the extra freedom in design and company culture, but I care about function > fashion in design.
Help!
I should add, I've tried coding and programming and I utterly despise it. It kills me inside haha. I love CAD and anything physical!
Hello i liked your explanation on your video
But i want to combine 2 fields Computer Engineering & IT with Automotive engineering since i have passion for tech and cars in the same time Computer & Car enthusiast so i wanted to ask like are there any people like me on this situation and if so what are your thoughts on this one that i want to do since i love em both Tech & Car
I feel you. I am majoring in mech. with minors in comp sci and physics, I plan to do masters in mechatronics. mechatronics is basically robots and cars plus tech equals mobile robots
@@benclark1482 yeah nice that sounds awesome i like that
@@DD-ow4or yeah, also I know some computer engineers that work on cars
@@benclark1482 really? Nicee
Same but the only difference is that i'm interested in many other machines like robots, drones and many others so we have things in common
I opted for mechanical engineering ✌️
You will regret it for sure , just wait till you enter the job market
@@herohamada9012 tf is wrong with you lol
I quit school after 2 years of learning M.E and started working at Warehouse and had the chance to see real engineers and technicians work in real field. Now, I would be going with C.S or IT route. M.E is something I chose because close people told me to do so.
@@cungtin7 "M.E is something I chose because close people told me to do so" there is the problem
Is it hard to get a job in automotive as a mechanical engineer?
It depends on where you live
Nice
Josh i want to become an electrical engineer
But i like mechanical and cs also
Computer Science or Machnical Engineer which will best
Mechanical engineering is best
Mechanical is best
@@nileshkumarsingh9803 any field experience?
Did you guys watch the video
Junkers josh fluke has some good points about the job on paper, but for a lot of ppl engineering is so much cooler, and fascinating. To be apart of creating, building, designing, testing. There’s more than the 15k more in cs on avg, and sometimes non-traditional work environment
CS is 1000 times better than mech
which has more math?
Mechancal engineering
Do Mechanical engineering has more math ?
@@itsanandd no cs
Mechanical has more calculus, linear algebra, diff equations etc whilst computer sconce is a lot of discrete maths. Although I’m studying computer science but the maths is quite tough