COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University at Albany prepares students for high-demand careers by combining knowledge from both electrical engineering and computer engineering. This interdisciplinary training allows graduates to work across multiple areas of modern engineering, including hardware design, software systems, networking, and electronic technologies. Because of this broad skill set, graduates are well-positioned for strong job prospects and competitive salaries, with computer hardware engineers earning a median salary of about $115,120 and electrical and electronics engineers earning about $97,970 in the United States, according to labor statistics. The program encourages students to specialize based on their interests, which helps them align their studies with specific career paths in technology and engineering industries. Common job roles for graduates include computer engineer, software engineer, electrical engineer, computer network architect, and computer hardware engineer. These positions involve designing, developing, testing, and maintaining complex systems used in computing, communication, and electronic devices. Students also benefit from internship and career opportunities with major organizations such as Amazon Web Services, IBM, General Electric, Morgan Stanley, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory, Ernst & Young, General Dynamics, GlobalFoundries, and the New York State Office of Information Technology Services. These experiences provide valuable industry exposure and help students build professional networks before graduation. Overall, the program equips students with strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, preparing them for successful careers in engineering or for advanced study in specialized technical fields.