Electrical Engineering Career Map

Awareness

First Year

• Develop attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Develop good teamwork and communication skills.
• Familiarize yourself with the curriculum, including foundational courses
  • MA 125 Calculus I
  • MA 126 Calculus II
  • CH 131 Chemistry
  • PH 201 Physics.

Middle Years

• Take the core electrical engineering courses, such as
  • EE 220 Circuit Analysis
  • EE 263 Digital Logic
  • EE 223 Network Analysis
  • EE 264 Microprocessors.
• For details on specific courses review the curriculum flow chart.
• Understand the importance of maintaining a C-grade or higher in "PCS" (prerequisite requires C or better) courses.
• Pursue research experience with a Electrical Engineering faculty member or opportunities with the Office of Undergraduate Research.

Last Year

• Be aware of the requirement to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination on the last examination date prior to anticipated graduation.
• Apply to graduate.
• Apply for jobs.
• Apply for graduate school (optional).
• Apply for scholarships and/or assistantships for graduate school.

Exploration

First Year

• Explore student organizations and leadership opportunities through Involve South.
• Explore the UTeach South Program and find out if it is a good fit for you.
• If you are considering medical school review the Pre-Health Advising web page and complete the Pre-Health Interest Form.

Middle Years

• Join professional associations such as, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) student chapter
• Apply for honor societies and explore their scholarship offerings.
• Explore Study Abroad opportunities.
• Explore the different concentration areas available for technical electives, such as
  • Control Systems
  • Communications and Electromagnetics
  • Digital Systems
  • Microelectronics
  • Power Systems.

Last Year

• Research medical or graduate programs
• Research potential employers and job roles that align with your chosen technical elective concentration (e.g., Control Systems, Power Systems)

Preparation

First Year

• Log into Accelerate South and build profile strength to 75%+.
• Contact Career Development. Meet with a career consultant to discuss career goals and research fields of specialization.

Middle Years

• Prepare to apply for internships, Co-op, summer jobs, or volunteer positions.
• Attend career fairs and networking events to become knowledgeable of career opportunities available. 

Last Year

• Prepare for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination.
• Decide between job search or graduate school before final semester.
• Meet with Career Development to finalize resume and job search or graduate school planning.