Many electrical engineering graduates pursue post graduate degrees in business, law, medicine, or engineering. Others find careers in research and development in virtually every type of industry, as well as in manufacturing, marketing, and management. The course of study in Electrical Engineering program of the department is designed to be flexible enough to educate engineers for a rapidly changing future, yet sufficiently structured in the first three years to provide students with a thorough understanding of the scientific and engineering principles that form the foundation of electrical engineering. Concurrently with electrical engineering studies, the student receives training in the physical sciences, mathematics, and the humanities and social sciences. Throughout the program we emphasize the breadth of knowledge and the development of oral and written communication skills essential for a successful professional career.
Professional development is guided by a sequence of courses and project-oriented laboratories.
The senior year is highlighted by a capstone design course that culminates in a senior thesis. The importance of communicating ideas effectively is emphasized through extensive written reports in advanced courses. Laboratory work not only develops practical skills and design techniques, but experience in project management is gained through team and individual projects in the junior and senior level laboratories. At the junior level, the student is introduced to team projects, and proposal and report writing in the laboratory. Concurrently, the student builds experience in technical writing and oral presentation in the junior seminar.