- None of the courses may duplicate the student’s ECE major requirements.
- None of the courses can be at the 1xxx level (1xxx courses required for university-approved programs, e.g. minors, can be used for a student’s free electives).
- A maximum of one course can be at the 2xxx level, and only if it is a requirement of a university approved program, or if the course is a prerequisite to one or more of the other two courses in the individualized secondary focus.
- A minimum of one course must be at the 4xxx level.
MATH Elective Requirement
Electrical Engineering majors are required to take one math elective course from the following list. Some courses may include prerequisite courses not required for the BSEE curriculum. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of prerequisites and to ensure that all prerequisites are completed prior to enrolling in the chosen course. Note that courses may be restricted to specific majors during certain semesters.
Enrollment into courses will be based on sufficient resources, including faculty availability and student demand.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 2534 | Introduction to Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| MATH 3034 | Introduction to Proofs | 3 |
| MATH 3214 | Calculus of Several Variables | 3 |
| MATH/CS 3414 | Numerical Methods | 3 |
| MATH 4445 | Introduction to Numerical Analysis | 3 |
| MATH 4446 | Introduction to Numerical Analysis | 3 |
| MATH 4564 | Operational Methods for Engineers | 3 |
| MATH 4574 | Vector and Complex Analysis for Engineers | 3 |
Satisfactory Progress Towards Degree
University Policy 91 outlines university-wide minimum criteria to determine if students are making satisfactory progress towards the completion of their degrees. The ECE Department fully supports this policy. Specific expectations for satisfactory progress for BSCPE and BSEE majors are as follows:
- Each student must meet the minimum University-wide criteria as described in Policy 91 and summarized in the Undergraduate Catalog (under Academic Policies)
- Upon completing 2 semesters in ECE, students must have satisfactorily completed ECE 2024 Circuits and Devices , ECE 2514 Computational Engineering , ECE 2544 Fundamentals of Digital Systems , MATH 2214 Introduction to Differential Equations , and PHYS 2306 Foundations of Physics
- Upon completing 3 semesters in ECE, students must have satisfactorily completed ECE 2804 Integrated Design Project .
- Upon attempting 90 credits, BSCPE and BSEE students must have successfully completed 33 credits of in-major courses and have 2.0 overall and in-major GPAs. (The BSCPE and BSEE in-major GPA includes all ECE courses, including repeats).
Graduation Requirements
Each student must complete at least 129 semester credit hours with a minimum overall GPA of 2.00 and a minimum in-major GPA of 2.00. In determining the Electrical Engineering in-major GPA, all ECE courses, including repeats, are used.
Grade Requirement
Students must earn a C or higher in the following ECE courses: ECE 1004 Introduction to ECE Concepts , ECE 2024 Circuits and Devices , ECE 2214 Physical Electronics , ECE 2514 Computational Engineering , ECE 2544 Fundamentals of Digital Systems , ECE 2564 Embedded Systems , ECE 2714 Signals and Systems , ECE 2804 Integrated Design Project .
Statement of Prerequisites
Pre-requisites for each course are listed. In general, all ECE courses require a C- or better in prerequisite courses. Students must earn a C or higher in the ECE courses listed above. There are no hidden prerequisites in this program of study. Prerequisites may change from what is indicated. Be sure to consult the Timetable of Classes or check with your advisor for the most current requirements.
Acceptable Substitutions
- MATH 2405H Mathematics in a Computational Context may be substituted for MATH 2114 Introduction to Linear Algebra
- MATH 2405H Mathematics in a Computational Context + MATH 2406H Mathematics in a Computational Context may be substituted for MATH 2114 Introduction to Linear Algebra + MATH 2204 Introduction to Multivariable Calculus + MATH 2214 Introduction to Differential Equations
- ENGE 4735 Interdisciplinary Design Capstone + ENGE 4736 Interdisciplinary Design Capstone may be substituted for ECE 4805 Senior Design Project + ECE 4806 Senior Design Project . Students who wish to enroll in ENGE 4735 / ENGE 4736 must successfully complete all prerequisites for ECE 4805 and must be approved by the Director of the ECE Major Design Experience prior to enrolling. These courses will also count in the in-major GPA.
Foreign Language Requirement
Students must have had 2 years of a foreign language in high school or one year at the college level (6 credit hours) of the same language. College-level credits used to meet this requirement do not count towards the degree.
Roadmap
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | Credits | |
| ENGE 1215 | Foundations of Engineering | 2 |
| ECE 1004 | Introduction to ECE Concepts ( C ) | 3 |
| ENGL 1105 | First-Year Writing | 3 |
| MATH 1225 | Calculus of a Single Variable ( C- ) | 4 |
| Pathways 2 or 3 or 6a | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| ENGE 1216 | Foundations of Engineering | 2 |
| ENGL 1106 | First-Year Writing | 3 |
| MATH 1226 | Calculus of a Single Variable | 4 |
| MATH 2114 | Introduction to Linear Algebra ( C- ) | 3 |
| PHYS 2305 | Foundations of Physics | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Semester | ||
| ECE 2024 | Circuits and Devices ( C ) | 3 |
| ECE 2514 | Computational Engineering ( C ) | 3 |
| ECE 2544 | Fundamentals of Digital Systems ( C ) | 3 |
| MATH 2214 | Introduction to Differential Equations ( C- ) | 3 |
| PHYS 2306 | Foundations of Physics ( C- ) | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| ECE 2214 | Physical Electronics ( C ) | 3 |
| ECE 2564 | Embedded Systems ( C ) | 3 |
| ECE 2714 | Signals and Systems ( C ) | 3 |
| ECE 2804 | Integrated Design Project ( C ) | 2 |
| MATH 2204 | Introduction to Multivariable Calculus ( C- ) | 3 |
| Pathways 2 or 3 or 6a | 3 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall Semester | ||
| ECE 3004 | AC Circuit Analysis ( C- ) | 3 |
| ECE 3074 | AC Circuit Analysis Laboratory ( C- ) | 1 |
| ECE 3105 | Electromagnetic Fields ( C- ) | 3 |
| ECE 3704 | Continuous and Discrete System Theory | 3 |
| STAT 4714 | Probability and Statistics for Electrical Engineers ( C- ) | 3 |
| Pathways 2 or 3 or 6a | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| ECE 3106 | Electromagnetic Fields | 3 |
| ECE 3204 | Analog Electronics | 3 |
| ECE 3274 | Electronic Circuits Laboratory II | 1 |
| ECE 3304 | Introduction to Power Systems | 3 |
| ECE 3354 | Electric Power Engineering Laboratory | 1 |
| ECE 3614 | Introduction to Communication Systems | 3 |
| Pathways 2 or 3 or 6a | 3 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall Semester | ||
| ECE 4805 | Senior Design Project ( C- ) | 3 |
| Secondary Focus Area course (see list) | 3 | |
| Secondary Focus Area course (see list) | 3 | |
| MATH Elective | 3 | |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| ECE 4806 | Senior Design Project | 3 |
| Secondary Focus Area course (see list) | 3 | |
| Pathways 2 or 3 or 6a | 3 | |
| Pathways 7 or Free Elective (if Pathways 7 double counted) | 3 | |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| Free Elective | 2 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Total Credits | 129 | |
