Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Trine University
Key Information
Campus location
Angola, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 36,700 *
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* full-time tuition based on 12-18 credit hours per semester
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Introduction
Electrical engineering powers the world
We flip switches and plug-in devices countless times each day, without thinking about how the electricity to power lights and computers gets there.
As a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering student at Trine University, you will learn about the application of electrical energy for practical use.
The experience: Hands-on learning in the skills employers want
In-depth theoretical coverage is enhanced through a significant amount of laboratory experimentation and design, designed to be relevant to current industry practice and demand. You will learn how to use modern test equipment and how to implement and verify the performance of electronic and electrical systems.
You will graduate with not only a wealth of engineering knowledge but the hands-on experience and skills employers desire.
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Curriculum
The degree: Many aspects of electrical engineering
The Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering program is broad-based, covering the main aspects of electrical engineering:
- Generating and delivering power
- Communications and control
- Digital design
- Instrumentation
This wide range of specialties will allow you to find and explore the electrical engineering aspects that appeal to you.
Trine University's electrical engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering degree program requires that the graduate complete 129 credit hours of study. The areas of study for the degree are classified as General Education (required for all Trine graduates) courses and specific degree programs required and elective courses. The General Education and degree-specific requirements are met by completing the following course groups.
General Education Requirements - 41 credit hours
- ENG 133 Technical Communications
- HUM 203 Humanities Seminar
- SP 203 Effective Speaking
- MA 134 Calculus I
- MA 164 Calculus II
- MA 213 Calculus III
- Humanities Electives - 3 credit hours
- Social Sciences Electives - 3 credit hours
- Humanities or Social Science Elective - 3 credit hours
- CH 104 General Chemistry I
- PH 224 University Physics I
- PH 234 University Physics II
Program Requirements - 79 credit hours
- GE 101 Introduction to Engineering
- GE 401 Professional Practice
- CS 1113 Object-Oriented Java Programming
- Engineering Science Electives - 5 credit hours
- ECE 112 Prototyping and Projects
- ECE 211 Circuits Laboratory
- ECE 213 Circuit Analysis
- ECE 231 Discrete Electronics Laboratory
- ECE 233 Discrete Electronics
- ECE 243 Analog Signals
- ECE 261 Digital Systems Laboratory
- ECE 263 Digital Systems
- ECE 271 Microcontrollers Laboratory
- ECE 273 Microcontrollers
- ECE 453 Random Processes in ECE
- ECE 3051 Junior Year Lab
- ECE 4001 Contemporary Issues
- ECE 4002 Project Management
- ECE 4003 Design Project
- ECE 313 Electrical Power
- ECE 323 Dynamic Electromagnetic Fields
- ECE 481 Instrument Systems Laboratory
- ECE 483 Instrument Systems
- Electrical Engineering Concentration Electives - 13 credit hours
*Chosen from CO, CS, ECE, or SE prefixed courses or MAE 4023 System Dynamics & Controls
- Electives 15 credit hours (9 hrs Restricted Electives and 6 hrs Free Electives)
*Chosen from approved courses to bring total hours to 129
Additional Requirements - 9 credit hours
- MA 233 Differential Equations
- MA 393 Probability and Statistics
- MA Elective - 3 credit hours
Program Outcome
The result: Readiness for a successful electrical engineering career
Over the past 10 years, more than 90 percent of our graduates have started their first professional career position within six months of graduation. Many have their first job arranged before they graduate. Most of our graduates go into the commercial world in industries such as aerospace, transportation, utilities, and consumer electronics. Some of our graduates (about 10 percent) decide to go on to graduate school and some work for federal government agencies.
Career Opportunities
As a graduate of our Bachelor of Science in the electrical engineering program, your job opportunities are endless. Here are a few of the companies employing recent Trine graduates:
- American Electric Power, various locations Utility system design and simulation, power system distribution analysis
- BAE Systems, Fort Wayne, IN Aero-engine controls manufacture and test
- Commonwealth Associates, Jackson, MI Switching and substation design, high-voltage transmission-line design
- Cummins, Columbus, IN The design and test of engines and engine systems
- ITT Exelis, Fort Wayne, IN Radio communication systems
- Navistar International, Lisle, Il Transportation systems
- Indiana-Purdue University Fort Wayne, IN Graduate study in wireless communications
- Whirlpool, Benton Harbor, MI Test and verification of domestic appliances
- Outbound Technologies, New Hudson, MI Industrial controls and systems
- Sargent and Lundy, Chicago, IL Architectural engineering and building electrical systems
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