Program Overview

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Electrical and Computer Engineering

The Electrical and Computer Engineering program at Western Michigan University is designed to spark curiosity and encourage students to identify and solve practical problems. With a powerful imagination and abstract thinking, students will explore the forces that significantly affect the universe and apply those skills to their interests, such as renewable energy solutions, electric vehicles, robotics, or power grids.

Program Details

The program offers a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S. in Engineering) degree, with a focus on electrical engineering. Students will learn to design, develop, test, operate, and apply a wide range of electrical and electronic system components and concepts to real-world applications.

Core Courses

The core courses in the program include:

• Digital Logic
• Intro to Microprocessors
• Circuit Analysis
• Network Analysis
• Electromagnetic Fields
• Linear Systems
• Probabilistic Methods
• Electrical Machinery
• Electrical Engineering
• Technical Communication

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the program can expect to find internships and full-time employment throughout the world, with 9 out of 10 being employed quickly in their fields. Recent WMU graduates are working as electrical engineers in a diverse range of industries, including:

• Aerospace
• Automotive components
• Communication systems
• Defense systems
• Electric power generation and distribution
• Electric vehicles
• Electronic device design
• Manufacturing
• Medical devices
• Research and development
• Semiconductor industry

Some of the companies they work for include:

• Black & Veatch
• Parker Hannifin
• ARI
• Gentex
• Stryker
• Thermal Tech Engineering

Scholarships

A number of scholarships are available for students enrolled in the program. Students are encouraged to apply for all scholarships that match their interests, career goals, and financial or academic needs.

Resources for Students

Students in the program will have access to all the resources and activities they need, including academic support, financial resources, and more. They can also explore labs, academic advising, student organizations, and career readiness.

Accelerated Master's Program

As a Western student, you can access more learning and save time in the accelerated master's program. Weave graduate courses (up to 12 credits) into your WMU undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, and earn both your B.S.E. and M.S.E. in just five years.

Other Programs of Interest

Other programs of interest at Western Michigan University include:

• Aerospace engineering
• Biomedical sciences
• Computer engineering
• Computer information systems
• Computer science
• Engineering design technology