Electrical Engineering (B.S.)
Master the contemporary technologies—from microgrids to AI—driving today's high-demand industries with our bachelor’s in electrical engineering.
Prepare for a Career on the Cutting Edge in ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech’s B.S. in Electrical Engineering
Whether you’re interested in exploring power systems, microelectronics, or artificial intelligence, ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech’s B.S. in Electrical Engineering will equip you with the skills for a career across high-demand, tech-driven fields. Our contemporary curriculum is frequently revised to incorporate emerging technologies such as electric vehicles and semiconductors, ensuring that you are prepared for a rapidly evolving global market. Through small class sizes and personalized academic advising, you will develop the analytical skills and technical expertise needed to design the next generation of smart grids, wireless communications, and medical imaging systems.
Program Overview
Our bachelor’s program in electrical engineering is built on a foundation of experiential learning, offering extensive laboratory and design-oriented courses that provide direct experience with professional tools. As a student at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech, you will join a collaborative community where hands-on projects allow you to apply circuit theory, power systems, and signal processing to real-world challenges. This four-year program is designed to move you beyond the classroom, positioning you for leadership in technical innovation or advanced graduate studies.
To support your path toward professional success, the program offers:
- ABET accreditation, ensuring your degree meets the highest global standards for engineering education
- Customizable tracks that allow you to specialize in areas such as power electronics, microelectronics, or artificial intelligence
- Direct industry engagement with a curriculum that prepares you for roles at leading companies such as ComEd, Northrop Grumman, and Tesla
- Active student chapters of professional organizations, including IEEE and Eta Kappa Nu, which frequently win national recognition for excellence
Career Opportunities
Electrical engineering is a high-demand field with a wide range of career paths across the public and private sectors. Our graduates are well-prepared for impactful roles, including:
- Hardware Design Engineer
- Power Systems Engineer
- AI Systems Engineer
ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech alumni are frequently recruited by industry leaders such as ComEd, Northrop Grumman, Keysight, Intel, and Tesla. The program’s emphasis on hardware design and software programming ensures you are ready to tackle complex problems in electrification, robotics, and wireless technology.
Here are some of our student’s favorite courses:
ECE 441 Smart and Connected Embedded Systems You’ll culminate your time in the B.S. in Electrical Engineering program with this major design experience course that involves smart and connected system applications that incorporate engineering standards and multiple constraints, building on knowledge and skills that you acquire in earlier coursework.
ECE 412 Hybrid Electric Vehicle Drives In this course, you’ll explore the fundamentals of electric motor drives. Topics that are covered include the applications of semiconductor-switching circuits and adjustable speed drives and traction are explored. Simulation mini-projects and lab experiments are based build upon lectures to give you real-world experience.
ECE 429 Introduction to VLSI In this course, you’ll learn how to process, fabricate, and design Very Large-Scale Integration (VLSI) circuits using industry standard CAD tools in laboratory experiments.
Admission to all undergraduate programs at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech is evaluated via a holistic approach that takes various factors under consideration, including your high school performance and essays. Your choice of major will impact this process as well, because each major has its own criteria for admission.
To learn more about our admission selection process, recommended high school coursework, and our admitted student profile, please visit our admission website.
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Featured Faculty
Ian Brown
Yu Cheng
Ken Choi
Jafar Saniie
Mohammad Shahidehpour
Yongyi Yang
Approaching graduation, James Benson is already well-established at Northrop Grumman, his future employer.
James Benson (EE, M.S. CPE 6th Year)
Akshay Goliya took advantage of down time during the COVID-19 pandemic to envision and plan a new type of electric vehicle charging system in India. He’s now selling to the largest charger network in the country.
Akshay Goliya EE ’10
Simon Hwang says ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech provides support for every student, regardless of background, to succeed and grow.
Simon Hwang (EE, M.S. EE 5th Year)
An internship at Mortenson gave Sarah Thomas unique professional experience.
Sarah Thomas (EE, M.S. EE 3rd Year)Frequently Asked Questions
What sorts of companies are hiring for electrical engineers?
ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech alumni have been employed at companies such as ComEd, Northrop Grumman, Keysight, Intel, and Tesla.
What extracurricular opportunities are available to students in this program?
Our student organizations for the Department of Computer and Electrical Engineering include IEEE, Eta Kappa Nu, and Cyberhawks. Our students frequently win national recognition for their extracurricular activities including the HKN Outstanding Student Branch award, the IEEE Key Chapter Award, and the national championship at the NCAE Cyber Games.
What are the typical course requirements for a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering?
The program requirements include courses in electrical engineering, mathematics, physics, chemistry, computer science, and your choice of electives.
Get In Touch
For more information about the B.S. in Electrical Engineering, please contact Joanette Catino at catino@illinoistech.edu.