Electrical Engineering Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of electrical and electronic systems and their components, including electrical power generation systems; and the analysis of problems such as superconductor, wave propagation, energy storage and retrieval, and reception and amplification. Is Electrical Engineering the right major for you?
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Electrical Engineering Major

What Kinds of Students Major in Electrical Engineering?

In order to succeed in this major, a student should enjoy studying the physical sciences and mathematics. This student also needs a strong grasp of oral and written communication skills. Working with electronics and computers in general requires the student to be able to concentrate, to be organized, to deal with frustrations, to be a self-starter and to be motivated to learn on their own.

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What Courses Do Electrical Engineering Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Electrical Engineering majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Analytic Geometry
  • Antenna Systems Design
  • Audio Visual Processing
  • Biochemistry
  • Calculus
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Device Operations
  • Device Physics
  • Integrated Circuit Design
  • Material Science
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Physics
  • Telecommunication Systems