Seda Serpin

AddedMonday, May 22, 2017 at 4:55 PM

I am currently a teacher in with a bachelors degree in math education.How can I go about getting another degree in engineering without completely restarting?What is the best engineering choice for me?

I am also currently doing my masters in STEM (science technology engineering math) education. I am considering studying engineering at the same time to complete both degrees. But I am unsure which engineering choice best suits me (math major) and how I can go about getting this degree now.
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  • Peggy Layne , Virginia Tech
    Answered Friday, June 9, 2017 at 2:28 PM
    I would recommend contacting some engineering schools near where you live. Some schools are more welcoming to part-time students than others. A math degree should be an excellent preparation for engineering, so you should not have to completely start over, but most engineering programs have fairly specific curriculum requirements. Which type of engineering you pursue really depends on your career goals - what do you want to do with an engineering degree? There are so many options. Are you interested in electronics, mechanical equipment, computers, buildings, roads and bridges, wastewater treatment, teaching, research? The profiles on EngineerGirl give many examples of the different things that engineers do. Some engineering programs offer introductory classes that give students exposure to the variety of engineering specialties. Best wishes!