Mechanical Engineer interested in Boat Design

Discussion in 'Education' started by rg171352, Apr 30, 2008.

  1. rg171352
    Joined: Apr 2008
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    rg171352 New Member

    Hi

    I am a senior mechanical engineering student trying to figure out where to go after graduation. I have always been interested in power boats and have been considering the field. My school offered a very vague curriculum which is fortunately very adaptable to future endeavors. My interests primarily lie in powerboat/speed boat design. What route would I need to persue to enter this field? I have taken fluid-mechanics, but neglected to take the aerodynamics course as it didn't fit in my schedule.

    Thank you in advance for your help.
     
  2. lazeyjack

    lazeyjack Guest

    if I were in your shoes, I would give boats a big fat miss and enter the field of mining in Australia You could then study yacht design on the side whilst having a real job(just joking)
    www.seek .com.au
    or careers at bhp billiton
     
  3. limeyus
    Joined: Apr 2008
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    limeyus Junior Member

    Take anything related to structures and materials, also CAD experience will help. Any project based classes, where you can work with a small group developing a 'real' product (not a process improvement) will also help
     
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