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I've often considered going back to school for a MS in Robotics, but I wonder if it's possible to join an outfit like yours as a SW guy and "pick up" some of th

I've often considered going back to school for a MS in Robotics, but I wonder if it's possible to join an outfit like yours as a SW guy and "pick up" some of the prereq knowledge on the job? I'd probably stay more on the software side (state estimation, control theory, route planning, sensor fusion etc). If you are open to talking more over the phone or email or something I'd definitely appreciate it as I have wanted to break in to this field for a very long time and having some guidance on the actual ins and outs of the industry would be a great help. I know of WHOI and Scripps, who are the other big players in the scientific realm? I know Paul Allen did some exploratory stuff (not sure about r&d) and Ray Dalio with OceanX is doing something.

matt_the_bass 7y ago
Robotics MS programs generally have a lot of physics and mechanical engineering prerequisites. If you want to be on the software side, you should look at embedded and firmware technologies. It sounds like you’re looking to make tools for marine scientists more than doing science. You don’t necessarily need an MS for that. A lot of those companies are relatively small. IMHO those types of companies want generalists who can learn fast and get things done. You might consider attending a trade show or conference like: Oceans, OI, Ocean Business to meet some companies. There are a growing number of research vessel Yachts. Paul’s was pretty much the first. Ray’s is one of the latest. Ocean Xs new ship is pretty awesome. I was on board at the yard around the time they gutted most of it. Super cool tour! Great team too. Certainly These types of vessels will contribute to science, but they are still toys for rich people. This has both pros and cons for science. I’d be happy to discuss more offline if you want.
- smattiso 7y ago
  I'm actually more interested in the science, however from what I've seen that's usually reserved for PhD Oceanographers? How do I get in contact with you?
  - matt_the_bass 7y ago
    Post your email or find me through my profile.
    - smattiso 7y ago

matt_the_bass 7y ago

Robotics MS programs generally have a lot of physics and mechanical engineering prerequisites. If you want to be on the software side, you should look at embedded and firmware technologies. It sounds like you’re looking to make tools for marine scientists more than doing science. You don’t necessarily need an MS for that. A lot of those companies are relatively small. IMHO those types of companies want generalists who can learn fast and get things done. You might consider attending a trade show or conference like: Oceans, OI, Ocean Business to meet some companies. There are a growing number of research vessel Yachts. Paul’s was pretty much the first. Ray’s is one of the latest. Ocean Xs new ship is pretty awesome. I was on board at the yard around the time they gutted most of it. Super cool tour! Great team too. Certainly These types of vessels will contribute to science, but they are still toys for rich people. This has both pros and cons for science. I’d be happy to discuss more offline if you want.

smattiso 7y ago
I'm actually more interested in the science, however from what I've seen that's usually reserved for PhD Oceanographers? How do I get in contact with you?
- matt_the_bass 7y ago
  Post your email or find me through my profile.
  - smattiso 7y ago