Seetha Raghavan
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Dr Seetha Raghavan

Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineer, University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
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  • Liana Wilfrid asked Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida

    Added Friday, April 23, 2021 at 6:51 AM

    Hi Seetha!! I'm a student in 12th grade with physics, chemistry, math and computers as my core subjects. I'm residing in India right now and would like to pursue Bachelors in Aerospace Engineering. However, Bachelor's in Aerospace isn't available in all colleges/universities here. There are other options like Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical and so on.

    Which branch do you recommend me to take up in case I don't get into Aerospace, to obtain Master and then PhD in Astronautical ...

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  • Reshma asked Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida

    Added Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at 5:14 AM

    Hello,my son has gained admission to UIUC for Aerospace engineering.As an international student what are his job prospects in the USA? Since most jobs are related to the Defence sector,international students don???t get internships & jobs.Should he change his major?

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  • Dylon asked Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida

    Added Friday, November 16, 2018 at 11:06 AM

    I am trying to show students how interesting Aerospace Engineering is.
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    Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida
    Answered Monday, December 10, 2018 at 7:16 AM

    Great question Dylon!

    When I was in elementary school, I found myself intrigued just watching airplanes take off and land. I lived close to an airport and went there every weekend just to watch - those were awesome days... I was curious about what made ...

  • aarushi

    Added Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at 9:46 PM

    i want to do aerospace engineering but i am stuck that should i go for B.eng in aerospace or should i go for bachelors degree in mechanical with specialisation in aerospace. At present, i m a grade 12 student n wish to apply for Sept 2018 intake. thanks!!
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    Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida
    Answered Sunday, September 17, 2017 at 9:34 AM
    Excellent that you have found a passion in Engineering and you’re being really proactive in thinking about the specific areas in Engineering to pursue. Both options you suggest are exciting and they both focus on solving engineering problems that are ...
  • Mehr, Montreal

    Added Friday, April 1, 2016 at 12:59 PM

    I have finished my first year in Mechanical engineering and I am switching to Aerospace Engineering. Thus, I have to choose between 2 options, A)aerodynamics and propulsion or B)structures and materials. I would like to know which option (A or B) has more job opportunities. Thanks a lot.
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    Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida
    Answered Friday, April 1, 2016 at 12:59 PM
    Dear Mehr,
    
    Great question! All the areas covered in your options -  Aerodynamics and Propulsion as well as Structures and Materials - are important when it comes to designing aircraft and working in the Aerospace Engineering field - they cannot exist ...
  • VAISHNAVI, BANGALORE, INDIA asked Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida

    Added Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at 3:40 AM

    I wish to do my B.Tech in Aerospace /Aeronautical Engineering from SRM U, Chennai. My apprehension is a bit manifold: 1) I am a girl, and will that hamper my progress as an aeronautical engineer? 2) The scope for AE in India seems limited, considering the global recession in the field. The pay also seems lesser in comparison to other B.Tech passouts. (IT, Mech. Biotech. etc). 4) I understand that Indians (non Americans) have lesser chance of getting lucratrive jobs with Boeing, Lockheed, ...
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  • Karla, Washington DC asked Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida

    Added Monday, May 26, 2014 at 11:12 PM

    Dear Ms. Seetha Raghavan, I am in a debate of whether or not to became a mechanical or aerospace engineer. As time passes by I feel that my heart goes for aerospace because one day, I would like to be a part of creating space shuttles or satellites... Anything space related! Yet my dilemma is that I know MechE's could do this as well, as they can also work not only in the aerospace industry, but in many other areas as well. I feel that after I graduate college, I will have a much more ...
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    Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida
    Answered Monday, May 26, 2014 at 11:12 PM
    Dear Karla,
    
    Both Aerospace and Mechanical Engineers have the ability to adapt to positions in the industry that require technical capability in either of these positions…with some work (courses). I’d like to think that as Aerospace engineers we design ...
  • Sydney, Atlanta asked Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida

    Added Friday, January 3, 2014 at 9:43 PM

    Hi! I want to be a design engineer for NASA. I already have started building robots to practice. Is there anything else I could do to prepare for designing space equipment? Seventh grader, Sydney
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    Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida
    Answered Friday, January 3, 2014 at 9:43 PM
    Dear Sydney,
    
    First of all I must congratulate you on two things: making goals and coming up with a plan to realize it. This is amazing! You have the makings of a successful design engineer and a great leader and all of this in the 7th grade. ...
  • kavitha, madurai asked Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida

    Added Tuesday, December 25, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    I am an Indian girl. Is there any scope for girls in aeronautical engineering? Can we do a specialization in aeronautical engg from any other branch like electronics, mechanical, electrical or computer? Please help me. I really want to do aero engg but my parents are against it.
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    Seetha Raghavan, University of Central Florida
    Answered Tuesday, December 25, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    Dear Kavitha, 

    I am glad you’re interested in Engineering and in Aerospace Engineering – I think it’s an amazing field and most of us who are part of it have so much passion for the science and technology of flight. From Sally ...