Electrical Engineering Major, B.S.

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Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology	Available Program Format(s): In-Person
College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design

About the Program

The Electrical Engineering curriculum emphasizes both theoretical and practical applications, providing students with a solid foundation in electrical engineering fundamentals, as well as hands-on laboratory work. Electrical Engineers are employed in various industries ranging from large aerospace companies to small businesses applying engineering analysis to solve problems and design of electrical and electronics systems and products. The Electrical Engineering program at MSU Denver is aimed to educate students in the theoretical and applied skillsets necessary to excel in a wide range of industrial positions from the design of power systems to microelectronic devices and communication systems. This degree is also excellent preparation for graduate studies in the field of Electrical Engineering.

Student Outcomes

An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

General Degree Requirements

To earn a degree, students must satisfy all requirements in each of the four areas below, in addition to their individual major requirements.

Program Requirements

A minimum of 131 semester hours are required for graduation.
A grade of “C-” or better is required for each course in this program to count toward the bachelor’s degree. Students should note that programs differ in the minimum grade required.
For every electrical engineering course (CEE & ELE), a minimum grade of “C-” is required for all prerequisites before a student can progress
EE majors must comply with all University General Studies requirements.
Students may refer to program flowchart or consult with an advisor for degree planning.
Selecting any General Studies course approved for ESSJ credit will satisfy the ESSJ requirement of three credits. Selecting any General Studies course approved for Global Diversity credit will satisfy the Global Diversity requirement of three credits.
Some courses require prerequisites from outside EE courses. Check with the Department for more information.

General Studies Requirements: 33 credits

Students should consult the General Studies Requirements for a list of courses that fulfill the General Studies Requirements for degree completion.

Written Communication (6 credits)
Oral Communication (3 credits)
Quantitative Literacy (3 credits)
- Recommended: MTH 1410 - Calculus I is recommended to fulfill this requirement.
Arts and Humanities (6 credits)
Historical (3 credits)
Natural and Physical Sciences (6 credits)
- Recommended: CHE 1150 - Principles of Chemistry Laboratory as well as PHY 2200 - General Physics for Computer and Electrical Engineering and PHY 2341 - General Physics II Laboratory are recommended.
Social and Behavioral Sciences (6 credits)
Global Diversity (0 or 3 credits**)

** Students will fulfill the global diversity requirement by taking an approved course within one of the following categories: arts and humanities; historical; natural and physical sciences; or social and behavioral sciences.

Ethnic Studies & Social Justice Requirement: 0 or 3 credits

Students should consult the Ethnic Studies & Social Justice Graduation Requirement for a list of courses that fulfill the ESSJ Requirement for degree completion.

Program Prerequisites: 34 credits

All students must complete the following courses. The department recommends that this requirement be met along with the General Studies requirements.

CHE 1100 - Principles of Chemistry Credits: 4
CHE 1150 - Principles of Chemistry Laboratory Credits: 1
MTH 1410 - Calculus I Credits: 4
MTH 2410 - Calculus II Credits: 4
MTH 2420 - Calculus III Credits: 4
MTH 3130 - Applied Methods in Linear Algebra Credits: 4
MTH 3210 - Probability and Statistics Credits: 4
MTH 3420 - Differential Equations Credits: 4
PHY 2200 - General Physics for Computer and Electrical Engineering Credits: 4 (also meets General Studies requirements)
PHY 2341 - General Physics II Laboratory Credits: 1 (also meets General Studies requirements)

Electrical Engineering Core: 70 credits

The core courses required to complete the Electrical Engineering degree.

CEE 1140 - Circuits I Credits: 3
CEE 1145 - Circuits I Laboratory Credits: 1
CEE 1150 - Circuits II Credits: 3
CEE 1155 - Circuits II Laboratory Credits: 1
CEE 2145 - Solid State Electronics Credits: 3
CEE 2165 - Solid State Electronics Laboratory Credits: 1
CEE 2310 - Digital Systems I Credits: 3
CEE 2350 - Programming for Engineers Credits: 3
CEE 3330 - Digital Systems II Credits: 3
CEE 3620 - A&D Communications Credits: 3
CEE 4370 - Embedded System Design I Credits: 3
CEE 4390 - Embedded System Design II Credits: 3
ELE 1001 - Introduction to Electrical Engineering Credits: 3
ELE 3110 - Signals and Systems Credits: 4
ELE 3120 - Advanced Analog Electronics Credits: 4
ELE 3410 - Electric Machines Credits: 3
ELE 3630 - Electromagnetic Fields Credits: 3
ELE 3715 - Control Systems Analysis Credits: 4
ELE 3730 - Process Control Systems Credits: 2
ELE 3740 - Programmable Logic Controllers Credits: 2
15 Credits of Technical Electives. Students must choose from the following courses:
CEE 3980 - Internship in Computer and Electrical Engineering Credits: 3
CPE 3500 - Semiconductor Device Fundamentals Credits: 3
CPE 4600 - VLSI Circuits and Systems Credits: 3
CPE 4710 - Digital Control System Design Credits: 4
ELE 3420 - Electric Power Distribution Credits: 3
ELE 3430 - Power Electronics Credits: 3
ELE 4320 - Digital Filters Credits: 3
ELE 4620 - RF and Microwave Design Credits: 3

Senior Experience: 3 Credits

CEE 4700 - Senior Design I Credits: 1
CEE 4800 - Senior Design II Credits: 2

Summary of Requirements

General Studies Requirement	33 credits
ESSJ Requirement	0-3 credits
Prerequisite Courses	34 credits
Required Core	70 credits
Senior Experience	3 credits
Total for the Electrical Engineering Major, B.S.	Minimum of 131 credits

Required courses for the major may also count for General Studies and ESSJ requirements, so the total credits listed may be greater than the number required to complete the degree. Therefore, it is important that you work with your advisor to make sure you are meeting requirements for your degree.