Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineering (EE) is a profession that uses science, mathematics, computers and other technology, coupled with problem solving skills, to design, construct and maintain products, services and systems using electricity and electronics. Electrical engineers research, design, develop and operate the many electrical systems and components that run our world.

Electrical engineers are often associated with computer chips, power generation or telecommunications. However, electrical engineers also specialize in such work as circuit design, computers and automatic control systems, microelectronics, electronic photography and television, energy sources and systems, and solid-state materials and devices.

Electrical engineers work in the communications, aerospace, computer, electrical power, medical, semiconductor and consumer electronics industries. Electrical engineering is a field with diverse challenges and many opportunities.

The EE program at USD encompasses a breadth of traditional fields and provides depth in electronics, signal analysis and digital systems. In addition, students complete the broad range of core curriculum requirements that lead to a unique dual BS/BA degree in electrical engineering. Within the curriculum, special emphasis is placed upon engineering design and the use of the computer both as an engineering tool and as an integral component in systems. Both emphases are integrated throughout the curriculum with basic concepts introduced during the first two years followed by increasing levels of application complexity throughout the upper division courses.

Educational Objectives:

• Are able to apply their electrical engineering and broad academic backgrounds in their professional and personal endeavors
• Can adapt to evolving job responsibilities
• Can contribute effectively on a team and provide leadership in their professional careers