Electrical and Electronics Engineering Degree

About the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Degree at TROY

Are you fascinated by how electronics work and eager to create innovative devices? Learn to design, build, test and improve electronic systems and devices in Troy University's Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering program. In this hands-on program, you'll explore the theory behind electronics, study circuit design, semiconductor fabrication and signal processing, and work with modern technologies like robotics and automation. As a student in one of the best electrical engineering programs, you'll be prepared to innovate in the fields of semiconductors, telecommunications and electronics while advancing in a career that's constantly evolving.

Hands-On Preparation for Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Some of the best undergraduate electrical engineering programs offer hands-on learning opportunities. At Troy University, we believe in learning by doing. From labs and simulations to internships, our electrical and electronics engineering program provides numerous ways to apply and test classroom concepts. Our courses incorporate both computational tools and experiments to simulate real-world experiences. For example, you'll have the chance to build and implement a microcontroller, design digital circuits and develop embedded systems. You'll also gain practical experience through internships in electronics manufacturing, telecommunications, government or business.

Find Electrical and Electronics Engineering Careers in Countless Settings

In TROY's electrical and electronics engineering program, you'll gain hands-on skills applicable to various industries, including manufacturing, communication, aerospace and automation. With a bachelor's degree from TROY, you can contribute to the development, testing and production of circuit boards for automation equipment, wireless phones, control systems and countless other devices. As fields like IoT, photonics and power systems continue to grow, electrical and electronics engineers play a critical role in driving innovation and solving global challenges. Your career possibilities are vast, and the world is ready for your contributions.

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Electrical and Electronics Engineering Courses and Program Curriculum

The electrical and electronics engineering program curriculum provides a well-rounded education, blending theory with hands-on experience. You'll begin with foundational courses in electrical engineering, circuit design and digital logic, then progress to advanced topics like microcontrollers, embedded systems, power systems and robotics. While courses may vary from year to year, some of the electrical and electronics engineering courses you'll take include:

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TROY Electrical and Electronics Engineering Program Locations

TROY's electrical and electronics engineering program is offered in person at the main campus. For more information about program availability and delivery options, call 1-800-414-5756.

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Learn Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Best

At TROY, you'll learn engineering from experts in electronics engineering committed to your success. Our program features small class sizes, with an average student-to-faculty ratio of 8:1. This format allows direct, one-on-one interaction with faculty members. It also ensures your professors can track your progress and provide personal guidance for your future career path and goals.

You'll also benefit from industry connections and internship opportunities at some of the country's leading companies and laboratories. Previous student internship locations have included Lockheed Martin, Johnson Outdoors, Brundidge Electronics and the U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory.

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Electrical and Electronics Engineering Careers

Upon graduation, you'll have the background to become an electronics engineer or technician in numerous contexts, including communications, manufacturing, navigation, electronic components design, and research and development.

Faculty Profiles

Dr. Raj K Vinnakota

Dr. Vinnakota is an Assistant Professor and electronics engineering technology degree program coordinator. His research interests include novel optoelectronic devices, metal and semiconductor-based plasmonics and enhanced light-matter interactions, nanophotonics and heat transfer.

Learn more about our faculty 334-808-6277 rvinnakota@troy.edu

Dr. Shaimum Shahriar

Dr. Shahriar received his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of Texas at El Paso in December 2019. During his doctoral studies, he studied organic-inorganic halide perovskite solar cells. He worked with Dr. Deidra Hodges, Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, to fabricate and characterize perovskite thin films and perovskite solar cells with a planar structure. Before joining the Department of Chemistry and Physics at TROY University in Fall 2023, he was a Post-Doctoral Scholar working with Dr. Stephen Kuebler, Professor of Chemistry and Optics, on bioinspired spatially-varying photonic crystals (SVPCs). SVPCs are fabricated by multi-photon lithography (MPL) to support the development of chemical warfare agent (CWA) sensors based on artificial substrates inspired by nanophotonic structures found in nature. His current research interests include flexible solar cells, energy-harvesting materials and technologies, nano-mechanical energy harvesting, and photonic sensors.

Learn more about our faculty 334-808-6723 sshahriar@troy.edu

Electrical and Electronics Engineering Program Scholarships

Looking for scholarships for engineering students? Apply for the Electronics Engineering Technology Endowed Scholarship.

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FAQ About the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Program

Learn more about the field and benefits of a bachelor's degree in electrical and electronics engineering.

What is electrical and electronics engineering?

Electrical and electronics engineering is a specialized branch of engineering that focuses on the study, design and application of electrical systems and electronic devices.

What do electrical and electronics engineers do?

The work of electrical and electronics engineers is often similar, with both occupations using engineering and design software to complete their tasks. Electrical engineers' tasks include designing, developing and supervising the manufacture of electrical equipment such as radar and navigation systems, communications systems and electric motors.

Electronics engineers perform tasks such as designing and developing prototypes and products, analyzing the performance and functionality of electronic systems and products, and testing and troubleshooting electronic components, circuits and devices.

What is the difference between electronics and electrical engineering?

Electronics and electrical engineering are closely related. The main difference is that electrical engineering deals with larger-scale systems, such as power systems, signal processing and communications. Electrical engineers may work on systems and devices that use high-voltage electricity, such as power plants, transformers, generators or motors.

Electronics engineers work on small-scale systems that use lower-level voltage. They work with electronic devices and components such as smartphones, computers, televisions, navigation systems and medical devices.

Is electrical and electronics engineering a good career?

Electrical and electronics engineering is a career with a positive outlook and is good for those interested in working with technology and solving practical problems. Because nearly all industrial manufacturing and testing equipment is powered by electronic circuitry, electrical and electronics engineering program graduates are in high demand. According to recent statistics, the average salary for electrical and electronics engineers is $109,010 per year, and employment growth is projected to grow by 9% through 2033.

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News

Dr. Raj Vinnakota's research could set the stage for new technological advancements.

TROY Awarded $161K Grant

Troy University professors continually make advancements in their respective fields, most recently with Dr. Raj Vinnakota's acceptance of a $161,597 grant from the National Science Foundation to further research building a device that would allow for faster data recording and processing at the photon level. Faster speeds would allow for improvements in optical computing and optical information processing across multiple applications.