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Electrical Engineering Major
Imagine developing a new electronic gadget that changes the way we live, work, and communicate.
At a glance
From GPS to electric power, electrical engineers have developed of a wide array of new technologies. They design, test, and supervise the electrical systems and devices for a range of industries. This major allows you to choose between two concentrations: One covers a broad range of electrical engineering subdiscplines and allows you to focus on an interest with electives. The other focuses on optics and waves, electronics, information processing, and communications.
| Degree type | Bachelor of Science | |||
| Format | On campus | |||
| Part of | Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering | |||
| Competitive major? | Yes | |||
| Accelerated option? | No |
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Concentrations
A concentration allows you to specialize in a certain area within your major, offering a depth of information and hands-on experiences that you may not otherwise get. Many students in this major will concentrate in one area to work in a specific field after college, as well as find mentors and internships before they even graduate.
Aerospace
You’ll get specialized training in the aerospace discipline, focusing on applications of key electrical engineering principles in the areas of deep-space communications, robotics, embedded systems, flight avionics, and more.
General Electrical Engineering
You’ll cover a broad range of electrical engineering subdisciplines and allows a student to focus on their particular area of interest using technical electives.
Lasers and Optical Engineering
You’ll focus on optics and waves, optical electronics, optical information processing, and communications.
Some Career Options
The smarts inside your smart home. The radars and satellites that measure weather and climate. The imaging tools that help physicians peer inside the human body. Electrical engineering makes it all possible. With a degree in electrical engineering, you will have the skills and knowledge to drive innovation in virtually any field.
- Avionics Technician
- Aerospace Engineer
- Software Test Engineer
- Journeyman Electrician
- Electrical Programmer
- Power Systems Engineer
- Contract Electronic Engineer
- Public Utilities Engineer
- Renewable Energy Consultant
Tour and info session options
Tours may be available as part of Admissions tours and info sessions, offered throughout the year.
For additional opportunities, please reach out to:
Walter Scott, Jr., College of Engineering recruiter at explore@engr.colostate.edu
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Want a more in-depth look at this major? Take a look at the program website to learn more.