Electrical Engineering Technology, BSET

The electrical engineering technology major is designed to develop the technical and personal knowledge and skill necessary to compete successfully in today’s electrical industries. The program builds on a strong foundation in mathematics and science and includes courses in network analysis, linear electronics, digital electronics, communication systems and control systems. Computer utilization is an integral part of all electrical courses and most courses include a laboratory to provide the necessary hands-on experience for an applied program of study. The student’s technical background is further enhanced by taking selected courses from other engineering technology majors. The development of technical communication and presentation skills is a requirement throughout the curriculum.

Electrical engineering technology is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET (111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-347-7700).

Degree requirements

Hours required and general/college requirements

A minimum of 124 semester hours, of which 42 must be advanced, and fulfillment of degree requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree as specified in the “University Core Curriculum ” in the Academics section of this catalog and the College of Engineering requirements.

Major requirements, 70 hours

Chosen with the advice of an academic advisor within the department.

Other course requirements

Students registering for fall or spring term/semesters must register for mathematics until the requirement has been satisfied, unless approved by the department chair. A minimum of 12 semester hours of mathematics is required.

MATH 1710 - Calculus I
MATH 1720 - Calculus II
ENGR 1030 - Technological Systems (may be used to satisfy the Discovery requirement of the University Core Curriculum)
ENGR 1060 - Communication and Ethics
PHYS 1710 - Mechanics and
PHYS 1730 - Laboratory in Mechanics (may be used to satisfy the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum)
PHYS 2220 - Electricity and Magnetism and
PHYS 2240 - Laboratory in Wave Motion, Electricity, Magnetism and Optics (may be used to satisfy the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum)
CHEM 1410 - General Chemistry for Science Majors and
CHEM 1430 - Laboratory Sequence for General Chemistry (may be used to satisfy the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum)
TECM 2700 - Technical Writing is required instead of ENGL 1320 (satisfies College of Engineering Core requirement)

Minor

Optional.

Electives

Hours required for electives may vary based on course selection and the University Core Curriculum requirements. Electives may be required to satisfy the advanced hour requirement (42) and/or the minimum total hours required for the degree. For specific information see an academic advisor in the College of Engineering.

Other requirements

A 2.5 GPA is required for engineering technology courses in the major.
Courses taken to satisfy the technical options in the major must be approved by the academic advisor.