Is Data Science related to electrical engineering?

The field of Data Science is indebted to electrical engineering! Data science has adopted many techniques within the signal processing field ranging from signal analysis to neural network to deep learning and many more. Many consider machine learning as an outgrowth of statistical signal processing techniques.

What major should I choose for data science?

Pick a major that will translate to a data science career – Statistics, computer science, physical sciences, and social sciences are all good choices. The major doesn’t have to be specifically math-focused and data-focused, but you have to be able to apply data to the field you study.

Is there any relation between data science and electrical engineering?

There is little to no relation between data science and electrical engineering. As to why you should be a data scientist instead of an electrical engineer – you shouldn’t unless you are having difficulty finding a job as an electrical engineer.

What can I do with a degree in machine learning engineering?

Machine learning engineering is probably the closest adjacent data science-related role, which makes it an easier job to transition into. Target roles that emphasize deploying models, or integrating them into existing apps, since these will most effectively leverage your existing skillset.

Do electrical engineers work with big data and programming?

Electrical engineers can work in a variety of fields that require programming and math experience. I don’t like to talk about “big data”, because that term is rarely helpful, but the main thing you learn as an electrical engineer that translates to data science is the way you think through problems.

Is artificial intelligence/machine learning/data science a good career option?

As Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning/Data Science become so popular and demanding in the job market, a lot of people start to think about transition to this new field.