Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of electrical engineering. Students in this program study, design, and build devices and systems that utilize electricity and electromagnetic fields.

Program Overview

The field of electrical engineering is a wide-ranging discipline that covers problems at many scales, from the physical design of nano-sized transistors to complex circuit analysis and the signals carried by communication and control systems. Application examples include cell phones, solar cells, power generation and distribution, and sensors.

Program Details

• The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s), and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.
• The program offers coursework in:
  • Engineering Electronics
  • Programming and Problem Solving
  • Electric Machines
  • Electromagnetics
  • Communications Systems
  • Power and Energy
  • Devices and Circuits

Program Format and Structure

• Program Format: Face-to-Face Classes
• Number of Credit Hours: 124 Total Hours
• Entry Terms: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Time to Complete: Four-year Program
• Primary Campus: Marietta

Degree Benefits

• The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is committed to maintaining high academic standards.
• Students must meet the program's Engineering Standing Requirements, which include having a minimum 2.7 GPA in select math, science, and engineering courses before enrolling in upper-division courses.
• Hands-on training and coursework projects enable students to build and utilize skills learned.
• The program is located within KSU's Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (SPCEET), which has state-of-the-art labs and facilities, and dedicated Research Centers.

Career Opportunities

• Network and Systems Support
• Electrical, Electronic, and Related Engineering
• Software Development
• Mechanical and Related Engineers
• Broadcast Engineer
• Technical Writer
• Substation Technician
• Computer Network Architect
• Hardware Engineer
• Electronic Communications Engineer

Salary and Career Information

Electrical engineer careers vary, but they primarily work in research and development industries, engineering services firms, manufacturing, and the federal government. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, electrical engineers generally work indoors, in offices, but may have to visit sites to observe a problem or a piece of complex equipment.

Double Owl Pathway

The Double Owl Pathways allow undergraduate students to obtain their undergraduate and graduate degrees at significantly lower costs and in less time than pursuing each degree separately. KSU offers a variety of Pathways to choose from various disciplines, allowing students to graduate sooner and get a head start on their future careers.

Related Degrees & Programs

• Electrical Engineering Technology
• Computer Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Academic Excellence

The program emphasizes academic excellence, with a focus on innovative research and hands-on experience. The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is committed to providing students with a comprehensive education that prepares them for successful careers in electrical engineering.