Electrical Engineers develop electrical components for commercial, scientific, or industrial purposes. Professionals in this field are responsible for disruptive technologies in consumer electronics, clean energy, and satellite communications, among other industries.

With a degree in electrical engineering, you will help pioneer the world of electronic technology and lead the workforce in innovative solutions.

• Texas Tech’s undergraduate program offers a broad education in electrical and computer engineering, setting you up for endless career possibilities.
• Texas Tech’s department stands out in the areas of nano-photonics, pulsed power, semiconductors, nanotechnology, electric energy, radar technology, and biomedical applications.
• “Do-it-yourself” project labs will prepare you for real-world electrical engineering.

RESEARCH-BASED AND HANDS-ON EDUCATION FOR THE JOBS OF TOMORROW

With access to state-of-the-art laboratories and an emphasis on research, Texas Tech EE students become leaders and pioneers in their field. Our sequenced laboratory courses allow our students the benefit of receiving a world-class education while focusing on unique projects in specific areas of study. These lab courses give you experience in critical areas of systems design, teamwork and solving open-ended design problems. With this invaluable experience, our graduates pursue the most desirable placements in a competitive job market.

Career Possibilities: B.S., Electrical Engineering

Companies are eager to find graduates trained in electrical engineering to develop problem-solving electronic technologies. Those trained in this discipline can find opportunities in many different markets.

Some potential career possibilities are:

• Renewable energy engineer
  Explore technologies impacting renewable energy (such as wind and solar) by analyzing constraints, environmental impact, and costs.
• Electronics Engineer
  Research and develop technologies used in the manufacture of electronic equipment. Fields of implementation include aeronautics, agriculture, computer hardware, and others.
• Satellite Systems Engineer
  Develop technology to improve the accuracy and functionality of global position satellite systems.
• Microsystems Engineer
  Innovate the technology involved in microelectromechanical devices through data research and analysis.