Be sure to refer to the Suggested Academic Plan and consult with your adviser regarding the proper sequence of courses.
Students in the Electrical Engineering program receive a solid foundation in the skills needed to design the technology of the future. Required courses teach students many key skills, including the core features of circuit design, how to control electrical and mechanical systems, using digital and analog communication, and how semiconductor devices work.
Technical electives allow students to deepen their understanding of their chosen interests. Penn State Harrisburg EE faculty have expertise in many fields, including power electronics, signal integrity, data communications, neural networks, biomedical instrumentation, and microwave engineering, and routinely offer courses in related topics.
Students complete a required internship to complement their classroom experience in preparation for a successful career. Students benefit from real-world experiences through the program’s strong regional industry connections. Internships often lead to full-time positions with the same company after graduation. See also the School of Science, Engineering, and Technology's Internships page.
Students apply their acquired knowledge and experience to capstone projects and present their projects at the Capstone Design Conference. By carrying a project through its life cycle from inception to final product, students develop core skills and competencies in time management, debugging, practical design and implementation skills, and teamwork.
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