Electrical & Computer Engineering
FSU Panama City offers a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a Bachelor of Science Computer Engineering, providing a path to some of the highest-paying and most secure careers in the United States. Whether you choose to major in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, you will benefit from small class sizes, individual lab stations, and a curriculum accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
Electrical & computer engineering is considered as one of the best jobs in the United States based on salary, prestige, growth and security.
The median annual wage for electrical engineers is $95,060, with the top 10 percent earning more than $150,340.
Employment of electrical engineers is projected to grow considerably.
What can I expect from the Electrical & Computer Engineering Undergraduate Program?
Electrical Engineering
Students in the electrical engineering major build a comprehensive technical foundation. The curriculum focuses on electric circuits analysis, analog and digital electronics, and signal processing. You will also gain expertise in communication and control systems, electromagnetics, power systems, renewable energy, and electric motors.
Computer Engineering
The computer engineering major prepares students for the digital frontier. You will develop an advanced skill set in computer programming and networks, embedded systems, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. This major also places a heavy emphasis on the critical field of cybersecurity.
Senior Design
To bridge the gap between the classroom and the workforce, all students complete a Senior Design Project. These projects are frequently co-sponsored by industry partners, allowing you to apply your expertise to real-world engineering challenges before graduation.
What degrees or certifications are offered in this program?
- Bachelors of Electrical Engineering
- Bachelors of Computer Engineering
- MS Electrical Engineering
- Electrical BS to MS Pathway
The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. For more information on accreditation visit the College of Engineering’s objectives and student outcomes for this degree program.
What types of careers could this program prepare me for?
Electrical or Computer Engineers may have careers in telecom engineering or internet of things and may work in electric power and renewable energy companies, semiconductor/component manufacturing firms, electromedical manufacturing firms, electric car manufacturing firms, as well as in the defense industry or in research and development.