The electrical engineering curriculum at UW-Platteville is designed to be an applied program, emphasizing application of theoretical concepts toward practical engineering design and development.
Students learn how to design and analyze electrical and electronic devices.
Preparation for technical specialization is accomplished by completing a basic set of core courses in electrical engineering. Students can then determine areas of specialization by choosing courses from the four professional emphases. Students will also choose elective courses in the humanities and social sciences to be prepared as well-rounded electrical engineers. UW-Platteville electrical engineering graduates have positions with major industrial concerns, applying technical skills to solve design, sales and management problems. Beginning annual salaries for electrical engineers from UW-Platteville equal or exceed national averages.