Electrical Engineering
Room 101
Electrical Engineering
is located on the corner of Albrecht Boulevard and Centennial Boulevard
(Campus Map)
Electromagnetics
Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE)
College of Engineering and Architecture
As use of the electromagnetic frequency spectrum increases, the demand for engineers who have practical working knowledge in the area of electromagnetics continues to grow. These engineers design high frequency or optoelectronic circuits, antennas and transmission media. The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering also offers opportunities to learn to design electrical circuits that will function properly in the presence of external interference while not interfering with other equipment.
The Program
The electromagnetics specialization involves the study and application
of electric and magnetic fields. It is a broad specialty that has applications
in many areas of electrical engineering. Electromagnetics is often attractive
to students with strong interests in science and mathematics. Students
pursuing this specialty gain an understanding of how information is
transmitted from one point to another--whether the transmission is via
a transmission line, an optical fiber, an antenna or a printed circuit
board. They learn how to characterize and/or construct high frequency
or optoelectronic circuits, antennas, transmission lines, etc. They
also learn how undesired electrical signals can interfere with the operation
of circuits, as well as how to avoid this interference.
The electromagnetics technical specialty prepares future engineers
for employment in industry in the areas of radar, antennas, fiber optics,
high frequency circuits, electromagnetic compatibility/signal integrity
and microwave communication. Many students will find cooperative education
job opportunities in these areas. Others will use this specialty as
a pathway to graduate school.
Cooperative Education Program
The Cooperative Education Program allows students to alternate classroom study with a series of paid professional work experiences related to electromagnetics. These experiences increase in complexity as the student's background in engineering increases. The program provides opportunities for pre-graduation experience in the profession, exploration of several career opportunities, money for education, an enriched degree and enhanced opportunities for employment following graduation.
High School Preparation
High school students should attempt to complete one unit of physics, four units of mathematics and one unit of chemistry. Students without these courses may take them in special programs at North Dakota State University.
The Facilities
The Electrical Engineering Building is part of the engineering and architecture complex. The building contains specialized laboratories and equipment. Numerous grants and donations from the National Science Foundation and private industry have provided valuable equipment. An electromagnetics laboratory, a shielded room along with department and University computer capabilities support education and research in electromagnetics.
Career Opportunities
NDSU electrical engineering graduates are working all over the world in a variety of exciting jobs. They work in research, design, sales, manufacturing, testing, installation, development and teaching. Many graduates find that an engineering education provides excellent training for fields other than engineering such as business, medicine or law. Those interested in research and teaching usually go on to graduate school for further study.
Research and Graduate Study
Departmental graduate students and faculty members are active in electromagnetics research. Graduate studies leading to the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees are offered in the department. Further details are available in the Graduate Bulletin.
Financial Aid
The NDSU Office of Student Financial Services will make every effort to provide adequate financial assistance to all students demonstrating financial need.
- Chem. 121 - General Chemistry I 3 -
- Comm. 110 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3 -
- ECE 111 - Introduction to Electrical Engineering 3 -
- ECE 275 - Digital Systems I - 3
- Engl. 110, 120 - College Composition I, II 3 3
- Math. 165, 166 - Calculus I, II 4 4
- Phys. 251 - University Physics I - 4
- Univ. 189 - Skills for Academic Success 1 -
- Wellness - 2
- Totals17 16
- ECE 173 - Introduction to Computing 3 -
- ECE 206 - Circuit Analysis I - 4
- Math. 129 - Basic Linear Algebra 2 -
- Math. 265 - Calculus III 4 -
- Math. 266 - Introduction to Differential Equations - 3
- ME 221 - Engineering Mechanics I 3 -
- Phys. 252 - University Physics II 4 -
- Engineering Science Elective - 3-4
- Math/Science Elective - 3-4
- Physical Science Laboratory 1 -
- Social and Behavioral Sciences Elective - 3
- Totals17 16-18
- ECE 311 - Circuit Analysis II 3 -
- ECE 312 - Digital/Analog Circuits Laboratory 1 -
- ECE 314 - Electromagnetics/Signals Laboratory - 1
- ECE 321, 322 - Electronics I and Laboratory 4 -
- ECE 323, 324 - Electronics II and Laboratory - 4
- ECE 331 - Energy Conversion - 3
- EE 343 - Signals and Systems - 3
- EE 351 - Applied Electromagnetics 3 -
- EE 376 - Embedded Systems 3 -
- ECE 441 - Random Processes - 3
- Humanities, Social and Behavioral Sciences Electives 3 3
- Totals17 17
- ECE 401, 403 - Design I, II 3 3
- ECE 402 - Machines/Control Systems Lab 1 -
- ECE 443 - Communications I 3 -
- ECE 461 - Control Systems 3 -
- Engr. 402 - Engineering Ethics and Social Responsibility - 1
- ECE Electives 3 6
- ECE or Engineering Science Elective 3 -
- Engineering Science Elective - 3
- Humanities and Fine Arts Elective - 3
- Totals16 16
- Curriculum Totals132-134
This sample curriculum is not intended to serve as a curriculum guide for current students, but rather an example of course offerings for prospective students. For the curriculum requirements in effect at the time of entrance into a program, consult with an academic adivser or with the Office of Registration and Records.
Electives: The above curriculum contains student choices (electives) of the following type:
- humanities/social sciences
- math/science
- engineering science
- ECE electives
The following are recommended electives for students interested in the electromagnetics technical specialty of electrical engineering:
- Any on electrical engineering approved list.
- CE 309 - Fluid Mechanics 3
- IME 440 - Engineering Economy 2
- ME 222 - Engineering Mechanics II 3
- ME 223 - Mechanics of Materials 3
- ME 350 - Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer 3
- ECE 421 - Communication Circuits 3
- ECE 431 - Power Systems 3
- ECE 445 - Communication II 3
- ECE 453 - Signal Integrity 3
- ECE 455 - Designing for Electromagnetic Compatibility 3
- ECE 457 - Optical Signal Transmission 3
- ECE 485 - Biomedical Engineering 3
- ECE 751 - Electromagnetic Theory and Application 3
- ECE 755 - Advanced Topics in Electromagnetics 3
There also are fact sheets covering other specialty areas in electrical and computer engineering.
Contact Information
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
North Dakota State University
Electrical Engineering 101
Fargo, ND 58105
Tel: (701) 231-7019
Fax: (701) 231-8677
Email:info@ndsu.edu
Web: www.ece.ndsu.nodak.edu
Office of Admission
North Dakota State University
124 Ceres Hall
Fargo, ND 58105
Tel: (701) 231-8643
Fax: (701) 231-8802
Email: NDSU.Admission@ndsu.edu
Web: http://www.ndsu.edu/prospective/students/
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