What is Electrical Engineering?

Web Definition: “Training in the practical applications of the theory of electricity."

Every time you switch the light on in a room, place a phone call (wired or wireless), watch television, or use microwave oven, you are using products that required a great deal of electrical engineers’ brain power to design and develop. Electrical engineers are largely responsible for the electronic and information technology revolution of the 20th and 21st centuries. Electrical engineers of the future will continue to have a great impact on on the economy, but more importantly will continue to improve the quality of human life.

Educational Experience

As an electrical engineering major, you will learn to appreciate the great power of electrons as you harness them to invent your own “miracles."

You will study electricity and how it works. You will learn the fundamentals of the operation and design of modern electronic marvels, including computers, cell phones, robots, communications satellites, and more. You will also learn to appreciate the importance of team work, written and oral communication skills, and continuing education. And as a graduate of Saint Louis University, you will receive Jesuit education with all the right values to be an effective leader. Graduates have all the tools to push the new frontiers of technology.

Electrical engineering students are expected to spend a good deal of their time in our well-equipped laboratories. The classroom experience is complemented with hands-on experience in our laboratories. Students conduct experiments in department laboratory facilities starting right from the freshman year. Design experience is well-integrated throughout the four-year curriculum. The program culminates with a full-year senior design experience in which students work in interdisciplinary teams to carry out major projects. Students are also welcome to work with faculty to carry out research programs and further enhance their educational experience.

More information about the job market for electrical engineers (including salary figures) is available here.

If you have additional questions and if you are seeking additional info please contact ECE Dept. office at (314) 977-8300 or e-mail to: waltheslk@slu.edu.

Basic Science and Math	Credits
Chemistry & Lab	4
Computer Science	4
Physics	8
Calculus	12
Discrete Math	3
Differential Equations	3
Probability and Statistics	3
Linear Algebra	3
Technical Elective	6
Liberal Arts	Credits
Composition	6
Communication	4
Theology	3
Ethics	3
Humanities	3
Social/Behavioral Science	3
Cultural Diversity	3
EE Core	Credits
Introduction to EE	1
Circuits I, II, & Lab	7
Digital Design and Lab	4
Signals and Systems	3
Microprocessors and Lab	4
Semiconductor Devices	3
Energy Conversion	3
Electromagnetic Fields	3
Electronic Circuits and Lab	4
Junior Design/System Modeling	1
Auto Control	3
Lines and Waves	3
Communication Theory	3
Senior Design I & II	6
Electrical Eng. Electives	6
B.S. in EE Total	125

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