Anyone here working in AI or research? I might've stumbled onto something weird (and kinda amazing)

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Sorry for the disappointing findings, but it is better to know now than ten years from now. I wasted over a decade pursuing an advanced propulsion concept only to find the inventor had been lying about his results in the lab. That was a costly 15 years to throw away. Much better to know early, and learning Mathematica is way handy. You are quite marketable now.
 
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Just so you know, I've been lurking in this thread, Jolly. Just want to say this:
It's never too late to learn something new. You *are* making an incredible foundation for a science education. Also, keep up with Python as you progress through your journey, it's a useful tool in almost any science.
 

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Just so you know, I've been lurking in this thread, Jolly. Just want to say this:
It's never too late to learn something new. You *are* making an incredible foundation for a science education. Also, keep up with Python as you progress through your journey, it's a useful tool in almost any science.
Thanks vav, that means a lot. I really am self teaching myself up to pre calc now and am planning on going to florida polytech fall of next year. I looked into it and i have the financial aid to do so. I just got to put in the work!
 

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Sorry for the disappointing findings, but it is better to know now than ten years from now. I wasted over a decade pursuing an advanced propulsion concept only to find the inventor had been lying about his results in the lab. That was a costly 15 years to throw away. Much better to know early, and learning Mathematica is way handy. You are quite marketable now.
Yeah all the time wasnt for nothing. It was an absolutely weird and new rabbit hole that helped me learn.
 
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Kudos on school! Florida has at least one unique educational resource you may want to investigate. The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory in Tallahassee is world renowned for its work—something any science geek should check out. Keep in mind the world is still looking for a practical magnetic field transistor.
 
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Kudos on school! Florida has at least one unique educational resource you may want to investigate. The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory in Tallahassee is world renowned for its work—something any science geek should check out. Keep in mind the world is still looking for a practical magnetic field transistor.
Yeah ive seen cool videos on that place. Really neat. Im hoping to go for the physics degree and figure out exactly what i want to study when i actually start school you know? Physics is an all rounder. I'll post the curriculum below:







🎓 Program Overview:
The Florida Poly Physics program blends deep theoretical physics with hands-on computing and design. It’s structured to build scientists who can apply physical principles to solve real-world tech problems—think of it as a bridge between pure physics and engineering.
Graduates go on to:
  • Grad school (Physics, Engineering, etc.)
  • Engineering roles
  • Research tech positions
  • Data analysis
  • Teaching
🚀 Program Objectives:
By the time you graduate, you're expected to:
  • Synthesize knowledge of math and physics
  • Apply engineering design principles
  • Run and interpret experimental research
  • Use computational methods to solve problems
  • Communicate clearly
  • Be job-ready
  • Pursue knowledge with passion and boldness
⚖ Total Credits: 120
✍ General Education (38 credits)
  • English Comp & Technical Writing
  • Humanities: Pick from Philosophy, Art, Music, etc.
  • Social Sciences: Includes Econ, History, Gov’t, Psych
  • Math: Calc I, II, III
  • Science: Chem I + Lab, Physics I + Lab
🔢 Advanced Math & Science (6 credits)
  • Differential Equations
  • Linear Algebra
💻 Computing and Design (27 credits)
  • Programming (Intro + OOP)
  • Experimental Techniques
  • Modern Physics Design 1 & 2
  • Computational Physics 1 & 2
  • Internship (required, 0 credit)
⚛ Core Physics (25 credits)
  • Physics II + Lab
  • Modern Physics
  • Classical Mechanics
  • Electricity & Magnetism (I & II)
  • Quantum Mechanics (I & II)
  • Thermal & Statistical Mechanics
🔧 Capstone (6 credits)
  • Capstone Design 1 & 2 (Real-world problem-solving)
✔ General Electives (6 credits)
  • Anything 1000-level or higher that fits your interest
🔎 Concentrations (12 credits)
You can choose from different specialty tracks, like:
🔬 Advanced Topics
Pick 2 courses from upper-level physics or astronomy, plus 2 technical electives from fields like circuits, dynamics, fluid mechanics, materials science, orbital mechanics, etc.
🌌 Astrophysics
Courses include:
  • Intro to Astrophysics
  • Stellar Physics
  • Galaxies & Universe
  • Special Relativity
  • Orbital Mechanics
⚛ Applied Quantum
Courses include:
  • Laser Physics
  • Quantum Info & Computing
  • Semiconductor Physics
  • Nuclear & Subatomic Physics
  • Solid State Physics
 
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