Calculator for Electrical Engineers?

Colleges & Universities The University of Texas at Austin
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<p>Hi all, </p>

<p>I was wondering what calculator I should buy… I’m an incoming freshman EE major on the recommended plan. This fall I’ll be taking Intro to Electrical/Computer Engineering, Intro to Computing, Differential and Integral Calculus, General Engineering and an elective.</p>

<p>I’ve narrowed down my choices between the TI-89 and the new TI-Nspire CX. My main concern is if there are limits on what type of calculators are allowed on tests. If not, I’ll definitely go with the CX. </p>

<p>Thank you for your help.</p>

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<p>There are no limits on the type of calculator you have in your EE classes. Not true for math classes. Go with the 89 if you can.</p>

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<p>kkwa… looks like I’ll go with the 89. I’ve read some bad reviews of the new Nspire CX and the 89 seems more useful for engineers. </p>

<p>I also have a Casio scientific calculator if graphing calculators aren’t allowed. Thanks for your help!</p>