Electrical Engineering
Major
Electrical engineering degree overview
Electrical engineers are problem solvers and inventors. They develop the machines and systems that run our world.
In the electrical engineering degree, you'll study topics like automatic control systems, communication systems, computer organization and microelectronics both in the classroom and in the lab. Your work will culminate with a capstone design project, where you'll work directly with industry experts to solve a real-world problem.
With our electrical engineering major, you'll graduate with the skills, experience and résumé you need to launch your career.
AT A GLANCE
What you'll learn as an electrical engineering major
Electrical engineers work on everything from household appliances to electrical systems in cars and aircraft. Their work is vital to many industries, like manufacturing, renewable energy and transportation.
As an electrical engineering major, you will:
- Study circuits, signal processing and electromagnetism to understand how electrical systems work.
- Learn to apply science and math principles to solve complex problems.
- Conduct experiments, analyze data and interpret results.
- Design solutions to real-world issues like public health and safety.
Why earn an electrical engineering degree from CMU?
In addition to a building strong foundations in math and science, electrical engineering majors at CMU have the opportunity to:
- Get real experience (before graduation!): Develop and execute a senior (capstone) design project that comes from university customers or industry collaborators. You'll work on real-world engineering problems and build your professional network at the same time.
- Share your work: Present research at CMU's annual campus-wide Student Research and Creative Endeavors Exhibition.
- Learn by doing: Gain hands-on experience in a variety of labs, including a makerbot lab with PCB and 3D-printing capabilities.
- Grow your network: Join engineering and technology student organizations like the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, and D.A.R.E., the Drone Aviation, Research, and Engineering student group.
- Find your people: Live and learn with fellow STEM students in the Science and Engineering Residential College.
The electrical engineering degree program at CMU is also accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.
Careers for electrical engineering majors
An electrical engineering degree from CMU will prepare you for a high-demand, rewarding career. Electrical engineers work in areas like defense, aerospace, automobiles, technology and energy at global corporations.
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineer | $103,320 |
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