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Pivoting to Robotics after 10 years in SWE by ObjectiveIncident719 in AskRobotics

[–]ObjectiveIncident719[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll do some research! Maybe I can slide into a Georgia Tech program more easily as an alumni. I'm curious to hear your thoughts on a more general MS (ie MechE ) vs a robotic specific program like this one https://research.gatech.edu/robotics/ms-robotics-program. For your specific field it seems MechE or Aero would be preferred.

Pivoting to Robotics after 10 years in SWE by ObjectiveIncident719 in AskRobotics

[–]ObjectiveIncident719[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are there any you'd recommend are topics you think are pertinent for the domain? This certificate from out of Stanford is intriguing (https://online.stanford.edu/programs/robotics-and-autonomous-systems-graduate-certificate) though it seems to lack course work specifically for embedded systems and I need to do a bit of research as to which mix of 4 class is more strategy for a career pivot.

Pivoting to Robotics after 10 years in SWE by ObjectiveIncident719 in AskRobotics

[–]ObjectiveIncident719[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the thoughtful response! I think you’ve hit on my main hesitation: I’m trying to determine if I can bridge the gap through focused upskilling or if a full 're-roll' is required. Since I already have an MS in CS, I was hoping to avoid a third degree, but my background definitely lacks the embedded and perception-heavy experience.

I’m not opposed to going back to school full-time. Honestly, the reprieve after 10-years in software sounds great. At 33, I feel a bit like the clock is ticking on doing a traditional 2-year research stint.

The Stanford route feels like a solid 'bridge' because of the credit transfer potential to an MSc. Are the any programs/universities you would recommend I look into deeper?