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WSU Vancouver

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Powering Innovation and Global Technology

The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering at WSU Vancouver prepares students to lead the design and implementation of technology that defines the modern world. This diverse field of study encompasses microelectronics, computers, communication networks, control systems, and power generation. From aerospace subsystems to complex military hardware, electrical engineers are the architects of the systems that drive global progress.

Students at WSU Vancouver gain a deep understanding of fundamental theory and principles through rigorous coursework. The program emphasizes hands-on experience, integrating laboratory work and collaborative design projects into the curriculum. This practical approach culminates in a senior design project where students work in multidisciplinary teams to solve real-world engineering challenges.

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Undergraduate Programs
Email: encs.connections@wsu.edu
Phone: 360-546-9639
Graduate Programs
Email: encs.grads@wsu.edu
Phone: 360-546-9639
17:1 Student-to-faculty ratio
5 Number of lab courses offered per semester
100 Class 100 cleanroom and full-shielded radio frequency lab for real-world applications

What will you do with an electrical engineering degree?

You will gain a strong foundation in the principles and applications of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism. The curriculum covers circuit analysis, digital circuits, signals and systems, control theory, power systems, and power electronics. You will learn to design, analyze, and implement innovative electrical and electronic systems that address real-world challenges. You will be empowered with skills and knowledge critical for workforce readiness.

The electrical engineering program helped prepare me for industry thanks to well-designed courses, highly engaged faculty and training in a research cleanroom for microelectronics
fabrication.

Mason Thomas McGarrity, 2018 – Thin Films Module Engineer at Intel

Life as an electrical engineering student at WSU Vancouver

In the electrical engineering program, you will gain hands-on experience through a variety of applied learning opportunities. These include laboratory courses using industry-standard equipment, faculty-led undergraduate research projects, internships with leading technology firms, and participation in engineering design competitions via professional club activities and challenges. It all leads up to engaging in a multidisciplinary senior design project that solves real-world problems for industry partners and prepares you for professional practice. You may also participate in the ENCS Career Prep Program, which includes skill-building workshops, networking, or mentoring with potential employers and having your resume shared with local industry partners.

Student Life

Get valuable experiences beyond the classroom

You’ll collaborate with faculty on research projects, participate in engineering design competitions, and pursue internships with regional and national technology employers. You may also join the ENCS Career Preparation Program, which offers resume workshops, mock interviews, mentoring, and direct connections to industry partners.

Complete a professional-level capstone

Your experience culminates in a multidisciplinary senior capstone project, often sponsored by industry partners. Working in teams, you’ll solve real engineering problems while strengthening communication, teamwork, and project management skills.

Careers with an electrical engineering degree

Electrical engineering is a broad field that offers a wide range of career options from microelectronics to large-scale power generation and distribution.

  • Semiconductor manufacturing
  • Integrated circuit design
  • Control and data acquisition systems
  • Radio frequency and wireless communication systems
  • Renewable energy—wind and solar
  • Hydroelectric power generation and distribution
  • Electric power utilities
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