| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This eight-year electrical engineering program emphasizes hands-on learning through a CDIO approach, internships, and cross-disciplinary projects. Students specialize in Energy or Mechatronics in later years, preparing them for careers in various electrical engineering fields. The program features expert faculty with industry experience and utilizes cutting-edge curriculum and technology.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Stand out from the crowd as a job-ready electrical engineering graduate.
- Conceive, Design, Implement and Operate (CDIO) approach: Up to 50% of class time spent in labs, working with and learning from systems built by students.
- Specializations in Energy or Mechatronics in third and fourth years.
- Four-month electrical engineering internship after second year and optional co-op work term of up to 16 months after third year.
- Cross-disciplinary projects in each year of study, preparing students for immediate work experience after graduation.
- Utilize cutting-edge curriculum and latest technology.
- Faculty members hold PhDs, P.Eng (professional engineering) designation, and have years of industry experience.
Outline:
Year 1
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |MATH 15382D | Calculus 1 | 4 | |MATH 15325D | Linear Algebra | 4 | |PHYS 12904D | Fundamentals of Physics 1 | 4 | |ENGR 12984D | Exploring Engineering | 4 | |ENGR 15900D | Engineering in Society - Health & Safety | 3 | |ENGL 17889GD | Composition & Rhetoric | 3 |
Year 2
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |MATH 15121D | Calculus 2 | 4 | |CHEM 12123D | Introduction to Chemistry for Engineers | 4 | |PHYS 15924D | Fundamentals of Physics 2 | 4 | |ENGR 18922D | Engineering Design and Problem Solving | 4 | |ENGR 11833D | Computer Programming | 4 | |COMM 15027GDA | Technical Communication | 3 | |COWT 10023 | Co-operative Education Internship Forum - Degree | 1 | |SOCS 29413GDA | Teamwork and Leadership for Engineers | 3 |
Year 3
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |MATH 20405D | Differential Equations | 4 | |ELEE 20047D | Fundamentals of Digital Systems | 4 | |ELEE 28706D | Algorithms and Data Structures | 4 | |ELEE 21870D | Electronic Circuits 1 | 4 | |ELEE 23499D | Electrical Circuits and Power | 4 | |Breadth Elective Course | Breadth Elective Course | 3 |
Year 4
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |MATH 21084D | Numerical Methods | 4 | |Breadth Elective Course | Breadth Elective Course | 3 |
Year 4
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |MATH 21084D | Numerical Methods | 4 | |ELEE 28845D | Signals and Systems 1 | 4 | |ELEE 21013D | Fundamentals of EM Fields | 4 | |ELEE 26795D | Electronic Circuits 2 | 4 | |ELEE 22672D | Microprocessor Systems | 4 |
Year 5
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ENGR 31469D | Statistics and Quality | 3 | |ELEE34705D | Signals and Systems 2 | 4 | |ELEE36312D | Communication Systems Engineering | 4 | |Degree Breadth Elective | Degree Breadth Elective | 3 |
Mechatronics Stream
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ELEE33949D | Embedded Software Fundamentals | 4 | |ENGR 37926D | Modeling and Simulation | 4 |
Power & Energy Stream
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ELEE32366D | Electric Power Generation and Transmission | 4 | |ENGR36035D | Introduction to Energy Systems | 4 |
Year 6
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ELEE31436D | Design of Digital Systems | 4 | |ELEE31186D | Control Systems | 4 | |ELEE31139D | Electric Machines | 4 | |ENGR33474D | Engineering Co-op Preparation (Co-op students only) | 1 | |MGMT34546GDA | Engineering Project Management | 3 |
Mechatronics Stream
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ELEE30893D | Embedded Application Development | 4 | |MECE 31352D | Kinematics and Robotics | 4 |
Power & Energy Stream
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ELEE32616D | Power Electronics | 4 | |ELEE31060D | Power Distribution System Design | 4 |
Year 7
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ENGR41281D | Capstone Project (Conceive & Design) | 4 | |ELEE43132D | Microcontroller Programming and Applications | 4 | |ENGR43301D | Engineering Economics and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
Mechatronics Stream
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ELEE49272D | Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) | 4 | |ENGR40680D | Mechatronics Principles | 4 |
Power & Energy Stream
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ELEE47356D | Power System Analysis | 4 | |ENGR44522D | Alternative Energy Systems | 4 |
Year 8
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ENGR42889D | Capstone Project (Design, Implement & Operate) | 5 | |ENGR41066D | Law, Ethics and Professional Engineering Practice | 3 |
Mechatronics Stream
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ELEE44787D | Embedded Systems Design | 4 | |ENGR43595D | Mechatronic System Design | 4 |
Power & Energy Stream
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |---|---|---| |ELEE47961D | Power System Control & Protection | 4 |
Teaching:
- Small classroom environments with expert professors who hold PhDs, have P.Eng (professional engineering) designation, and have years of industry experience.
Careers:
- Electrical engineer
- Instrumentation and control engineer
- Mechatronics engineer
- Power systems engineer
- Robotics engineer
Sheridan College
Overview:
Sheridan College is a comprehensive community college located in Sheridan, Wyoming, at the base of the Bighorn Mountains. It serves Sheridan and Johnson Counties in northern Wyoming, offering a wide range of academic programs and services. The college boasts modern facilities, state-of-the-art labs, and expansive mountain views.
Services Offered:
Sheridan College provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Admissions:
Application process, campus tours, tuition and fees information, financial aid, scholarships, and advising.Academics:
A-Z program listings, EveningPlus+ programs, community interest classes, online degree programs, class schedules, calendar, and catalog.Student Life:
Student life activities, on-campus housing, student stories, rodeo teams, bookstore, and campus safety.Services:
Student accounts, career services, disability services, GEAR UP NWCCD, human resources, IT services, library, records, testing centers, TRIO program, and veteran services.Community:
Community interest classes, SC in Johnson County, arts programs, dental hygiene clinic, conferences and events, campus dining, industry safety training, lectures, and more.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Sheridan College offers a vibrant campus experience with a variety of activities and resources for students. On-campus housing is available, and students can participate in rodeo teams, enjoy the Bighorn Bookstore & Cafe, and engage in various student life events. The college also prioritizes campus safety and provides resources for students' well-being.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Affordability:
Sheridan College offers competitive tuition and fees, along with generous financial aid and scholarship opportunities.Transferability:
The college's programs are designed to seamlessly transfer to four-year institutions, allowing students to pursue bachelor's degrees.Flexible Options:
Sheridan College provides a variety of program formats, including online learning, evening classes, and traditional day programs, catering to diverse student needs.Strong Community:
The college fosters a close-knit community with a supportive environment for students to thrive.Academic Programs:
Sheridan College offers over 60 academic programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts:
Visual and performing arts programs, including music, theater, and dance.Agriculture:
Programs in agricultural business, animal science, and more.Business:
Programs in business administration, accounting, and marketing.Health Sciences:
Programs in nursing, dental hygiene, and other healthcare fields.Technology:
Programs in software development, computer science, and more.Other:
Sheridan College is part of the Northern Wyoming Community College District, which also includes Gillette College. The college is accredited and has a strong commitment to student success. It is located in a beautiful town with friendly people and numerous outdoor recreational opportunities.
Entry Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
- including the following required courses:
- English, Grade 12 (ENG4U)
- plus
- Physics, Grade 12 (U)
- AND
- Chemistry, Grade 12 (U)
- AND
- Mathematics, Grade 12 (U) (MHF4U) Advanced Functions
- AND
- Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
- plus
- One additional Grade 12 credit at the U or M level
- Minimum 70% overall average
- Minimum 70% in each Math course or
- Two semesters of postsecondary education including required courses with a minimum 70% overall average, and 70% in each Math course.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan's English Proficiency Requirements.
