Overview
Communication systems engineers design and construct the transmitters, receivers, and infrastructure that make communication via commercial radio and television, wired and wireless phones, the internet, and all other information transmission systems possible.
Depending on the courses selected, completion of communications systems area coursework can provide additional understanding of topics in electromagnetics, signal processing, analog and digital modulation, circuit design, wireless sensing, and network communication.
Communication systems engineers find employment in the telecommunications industry, commercial radio and television, the internet and computer equipment industry, the utilities industry, manufacturing, and more generally, anywhere information must be moved from one location to another.
Students interested in this FA are encouraged to consider the course suggestions listed below when completing their Plan of Study Form.
| EE Electrical Interest Requirements | Suggested Options |
|---|---|
| Track | Electrical |
| Depth Elective (Select One) |
ECE:5500 Digital Communications ECE:5520 Information and Coding Theory |
| Breadth Elective (Select One) |
ECE:3540 Communication Networks ECE:3330 Software Design |
| 5000-Level ECE Elective (Select Two) |
All 5000-level depth electives listed above and
ECE:5410 Advanced Circuit Techniques |
| ECE Elective (Select One) |
All breadth, depth and 5000-level ECE electives listed above |
| Technical Elective (Select One) |
All breadth, depth and 5000-level ECE electives listed above and MATH:4200 Complex Variables |
| Additional Electives (Select one 3 s.h. & one ≥2 s.h.) |
Any of the above OR course selected in consultation with advisor. |
Advising Notes
A minor in mathematics can be earned by including one qualifying math course in the FA plan.
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