COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering at Wichita State University is a 124-credit-hour professional engineering program designed to develop students into skilled engineers capable of designing, analyzing, and implementing advanced electrical and electronic systems. The degree includes 62 credit hours of major coursework that must be completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0, and all prerequisite courses require at least a C- grade. Alongside the general education requirement of about 34–35 credit hours, students complete foundational subjects such as Engineering Ethics (PHIL 385), General Chemistry I (CHEM 211), Calculus I (MATH 242), and a full sequence of advanced mathematics including Calculus II, Calculus III, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations, along with Physics for Scientists I and II and Engineering Probability and Statistics. These courses establish the mathematical and scientific foundation needed for advanced engineering problem-solving. The core electrical engineering curriculum begins with introductory and foundational courses such as ECE Freshman Seminar, Introduction to Digital Design, Circuits I and II, Programming with MATLAB, and Signals and Systems, which build essential skills in circuit analysis, computation, and system modeling. As students advance, they study specialized topics including Applied Electromagnetics, Electric Machines and Transformers, Electronic Circuits I and II, Communication Systems, and Control System Concepts, with options to take advanced alternatives like Power Electronics or Mechanical Control Systems depending on their focus. The program also includes interdisciplinary engineering subjects such as Thermodynamics and Engineering Economy, which broaden understanding of real-world engineering applications and decision-making. A significant component of the degree is the Senior Design Project sequence, where students work in teams on complex engineering problems that simulate industry conditions and require full-cycle design, analysis, and implementation. Students must also complete 11 credit hours of technical electives, primarily within the Electrical and Computer Engineering department, allowing specialization in areas of interest. Overall, the program emphasizes strong theoretical foundations, hands-on laboratory experience, teamwork, and applied learning through projects and co-op opportunities, ensuring graduates are well prepared for careers in energy systems, communications, robotics, electronics, and advanced technology industries.