Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering is a profession that makes creative use of mathematics and science to solve practical problems in electricity, electronics, and related areas. The goal of the Electrical Engineering program at SF State is to provide students with a practical, hands-on education that emphasizes applications.

The electrical engineering curriculum at SF State prepares students for the profession by developing their ability to formulate and solve engineering problems and design and analyze electrical components and systems. In their first two years, students obtain a solid foundation in mathematics and sciences. In their third year, students are introduced to a broad spectrum of electrical engineering disciplines. In their senior year, students gain in-depth knowledge in elective areas such as electronics, computers, communication, and robotics. They consolidate their educational experience with a capstone senior project in which they design a complete, working electronic system. In addition to solving technical problems, engineers must also be responsible and respected members of the community. Therefore, the curriculum includes a range of general education courses to round out the student's university education.

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical Engineering Program Criteria.

Degree Requirements and Roadmap

• EE Curriculum Flowcharts: These flowcharts illustrate the new (Post-Fall 2023) roadmap alongside the Pre-Fall 2023 roadmap. This visual aid will help you easily grasp the variations between the two.
• Post-Fall 2023 EE Bulletin Page: This page contains the most accurate information about the bulletin requirements for the Post-Fall 2023 Electrical Engineering degree.
• Pre-Fall 2023 EE Bulletin Page: Similarly, this page outlines the bulletin requirements for the Pre-Fall 2023 Electrical Engineering degree.
• Post-Fall 2023 EE Major Planning Worksheet: This document lists the major requirements for the Post-Fall 2023 curriculum, along with their prerequisites.
• Pre-Fall 2023 EE Major Planning Worksheet: This document lists the major requirements for the Pre-Fall 2023 curriculum and their prerequisites.

Careers in Electrical Engineering

Graduates of SF State's Electrical Engineering program have a variety of exciting options available to them. Many get high-paying jobs in industry where they engage in the design, analysis, testing, manufacturing, and servicing of electronic equipment. High-technology companies in the fields of electronic and computer manufacturing, communications, robotics, and control all hire electrical engineers. Electrical engineers also work for utilities and communications companies, where they engage in the design, operation, and maintenance of facilities for electrical power generation or telecommunication.

The B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering also prepares the student for a continuation of studies in a variety of fields. Graduates can go on to obtain a M.S. or Ph.D. degree in an area of specialization in electrical engineering or they may decide to obtain a Master's in Business Administration. Some graduates enter interdisciplinary areas such as patent law or biomedical engineering.

Enrollment and Graduation Data

Enrollment and Graduation Data for the Electrical Engineering Program, as of Fall 2023, is sourced from SFSU's Institutional Research.