Electrical Engineering Degree

The electrical engineering program at Capitol College prepares students for careers in computer systems design, embedded systems design, distributed systems design, network systems design, wireless systems design, and more. The program focuses on mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, and operational evaluation of electrical, electronic, and related communications systems. Program courses include: communication systems and their components, electrical power generation systems, superconductors, wave propagation, energy storage and retrieval, and reception and amplification. Get more details below including other Maryland colleges that offer electrical engineering degrees.

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Capitol College

14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, MD

Capitol College provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Laurel, Maryland and operated as a private institution. The school's limited space in terms of enrollment, about 750 students, offers students a more hands on education due to the number of students per class and ease of access to professors.

Students may pick from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
• Computer and Information Systems Security
• Electrical Engineering
• Business Administration
• Computer

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 890 to 1170 for the SAT exam and in a range of 19 to 29 on the ACT is common among students accepted to this school. This school has an admissions rate of about 56 percent of which only 34 percent chose to enroll.

The cost of tuition is approximately $23,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $5,400. Some students at Capitol College may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

Students Enrolled in the Electrical Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Capitol College has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $72.89
  • Average Annual Salary: $151610

Aerospace Engineers

Description

Perform engineering duties in designing, constructing, and testing aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. May conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of materials and equipment to aircraft design and manufacture. May recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques.

Electrical Engineers

Description

Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, electrical engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.22
  • Average Annual Salary: $114860

Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

Description

Research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circuits and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, electronics engineers, except computer employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $56.98
  • Average Annual Salary: $118510

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).