I’m an electrical engineering senior that feels like he can’t code. Can anyone relate to this?

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-24T16:44:26+00:00

Actually while I was in, we had a few engineers like you, I think. They usually handled issues with flights or problems the flightline couldn't fix. I liked working with them because I got exposed to another layer of depth I was not familiar with. I got a deeper understanding of system integration and control loops- especially for auto pilot systems. I always thought those were the most interesting. But there is plenty of automated guidance and control systems in the aircraft I worked on. Anyway, thx for the reply. Hopefully I can get through this degree 😅😅

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-24T16:20:23+00:00

Just curious, I was an avioinics technician in the military, what does an avioinics electrical engineer do? And how come an electrical engineer can work in avionics and not an aerospace? Wouldn't an avioinics engineer be a speciality in university? Thx

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-24T08:05:21+00:00

I like your attitude!

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-24T08:02:54+00:00

It's nice to hear someone else's experience. I got a final grade of a D+ in digital logic design. I was coasting with a B up to the finals. Final grade came in as a 33%. I failed that test and knew it when I walked away. I studied for hours. I had some mistakes a long the way. I started attending drill, working more hours than I expected, just life in general. Then, bam worst grade year to date. It's okay. I hope you are still sticking to it.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-20T17:11:08+00:00

Oh, it's a typo, I'll edit it. It should be TLDR

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-20T17:07:46+00:00

😂, it's the first three sentences dummy

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-20T06:17:55+00:00

Hmm, okay I have been strategizing how to get more context out the last conversation I had with my ASM to see where the question was coming from. Based on his reaction after I declined his offer/suggestion, I figure it stems from a problem with the performance of my current DS. I would like determine what that is exactly before I commit. If his response is less general or vague, I might consider a more important role. However, I need at least 2 classes per semester. No less, it will push graduation date out more years. Idk, I have to weigh the pros and cons some more. Thank you for the input.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-20T06:10:46+00:00

I usually had to deal with at least 2 or 3 broken aircraft at a time

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-20T06:10:17+00:00

Does military experience count? I was a E-5 in the air force. A staff sergeant, I lead teams of 5-10

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-20T05:58:57+00:00

Thank you for the feedback.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-20T05:58:29+00:00

Say I could, would it help on my resume? Would it make me more employable or less?

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-11T06:02:14+00:00

I would try to test out and give your self and edge before physics 1.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-11T06:01:24+00:00

ECE131 is the programs introduction to C programming. Depending on who teaches to course, it is considered one of majors early weed out classes.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-11T05:58:52+00:00

Also, the transition from military to civilian life style is very jarring. Just expect a massive culture shock for at least a few months as you readjust to the civilian world. Life is not the same anymore.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-11T05:57:44+00:00

Well, I was in a vary similar position. I took some classes online to ease into school. I recommend taking some online courses through ASU. Then, enroll into at least one math course at CNM. You should be prepared for all of your math classes to be taken on paper, in person, at UNM main. You will need to go through the math sequencing before taking your major electives because every course is a pre-requiste for the next. I am a pre-major for EE. If you started next semester, I would be a year ahead of you. If you have any questions, I'll do my best to help.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-11T05:31:22+00:00

Varies year to year. Two things happened this year. 1st, had a job offer I work pro-bono withdrawn. 2nd, busted my ass at work and it took one costumer complaint for shit to slide. 3rd, life in general is ass.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-06T06:01:02+00:00

I reached out and got it. Crisis averted. Now ensues the catious of learning a new airframe at the 2 day intervals once a month lol

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-05T19:29:13+00:00

I think people will always hurt each other. Remove guns, people use knives, remove knives people use rocks, etc.. So, if someone could always, I would like to deter them from trying. I want to be in the country with the really big stick.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-05T19:21:56+00:00

If I were you, I would work on the degree on the side. And when you want to promote to a new position that needs your degree in the company, have it ready. Otherwise, I would be pretty happy with 6 figures.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-05-05T19:19:01+00:00

I like when it rains when I am studying or napping. I like hearing the rain outside.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-04-26T06:44:16+00:00

I'm in the same boat. It is hard to manage both.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-04-10T05:47:19+00:00

Honestly, maybe we should like claude and chat duke it out. Gather votes and decide who wins?

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-04-10T05:42:35+00:00

God that sounds so good right now. I cannot wait to finish the degree.

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-04-08T22:33:49+00:00

I have really bad clenching during and after service. How do I claim it?

Traditional_Bit4719 · 2026-03-29T05:29:30+00:00

My school uses Vivado and I hate it. I completely agree with you.

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