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Electrical and Computer Engineering stands as one of the university's most dynamic, varied, and progressive fields. Modern society is experiencing an information revolution, largely driven by advancements in electrical and computer engineering. Professionals in this field have played a key role in the remarkable progress in communication, computing, and networking technologies. They develop devices and systems that greatly influence manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, and environmental monitoring. Examples include smartphones, tablets, digital cameras, high-definition television, solar energy systems, microprocessors, lasers, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical imaging equipment, and autonomous robots—all creations of electrical and computer engineers. These innovations support the national economy and enhance living standards worldwide. Looking ahead, society will rely on electrical and computer engineers to tackle major challenges, from sustainable energy solutions to healthcare technology and global communication networks.
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Brigham Young University provides accredited programs in both Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering. Electrical Engineering covers areas such as microelectronics, electromagnetics, electronic circuits, wireless communications, signal processing, biomedical applications, photonics, and control systems. Computer Engineering emphasizes the design of digital computing devices and systems, incorporating hardware and software, operating systems, digital logic, real-time systems, and computer vision. Both curricula blend core principles with practical, hands-on learning, featuring an innovative Junior Core that merges classroom instruction with project-based experiences.
Career Opportunities - Graduates in electrical and computer engineering are highly sought after upon completing their four-year degrees. Entry-level engineers often join project teams, taking on roles such as designing digital, analog, or opto-electronic circuits, developing or testing software, evaluating components or systems, or offering technical sales support. As they advance, many engineers move into management positions, launch their own businesses, or even oversee venture capital funds.