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Electrical engineers develop cutting-edge technological solutions across diverse fields, including mobile devices, renewable energy systems, medical implants, self-operating machines, wireless connectivity, and advanced biosensors for pathogen detection. They also design smart monitoring systems capable of facial and movement identification. At the University of Maryland, electrical engineering students are the most sought-after by recruiting companies compared to other disciplines. Completing the Electrical Engineering program demands at least 120 credit hours. Undergraduates follow a core curriculum covering mathematics, physics, chemistry, and introductory engineering design and programming.
Computing technology has become ubiquitous in contemporary society, integrated into everything from vehicle mechanisms to aviation navigation, weapon targeting, medical instruments, and mobile gadgets. Digital components are increasingly replacing purely mechanical or electromechanical systems. As digital hardware costs continue to decline, this transformation will only intensify. The following courses represent the computer engineering focus area within the Electrical Engineering program.