Electrical Engineering Degree

The electrical engineering program at Indiana University – Purdue University – Indianapolis 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 Indiana colleges that offer electrical engineering degrees.

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Indiana University – Purdue University – Indianapolis

2101 E Coliseum Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN

Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), Indiana's top urban university, is considered by U.S. News and World Report to be one of the top five "up and coming" universities in America.  IUPUI has top-ranked programs in public and environmental affairs, law, nursing and health.

IUPUI offers 200 different degree programs from both Indiana and Purdue universities.  It boasts 21 schools and, since it is located near downtown Indianapolis, offers many opportunities for civic involvement, internships, business and research partnerships, and more.

Known predominantly through the years as a research and health sciences university, IUPUI has expanded to include many innovative and interdisciplinary programs.  Its mission statement promises to deliver the following to its constituents:

• Teaching and Learning
• Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity

With each of these core activities characterized by:

• Collaboration within and across disciplines and with the community
• A commitment to ensuring diversity, and
• Pursuit of best practices

History

Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis was founded in 1969 as a partnership between two universities: Indiana University and Purdue University.  The partnership was formed in order to combine all the various schools of both universities together, in one location. 2005 marked the year when all the IUPUI schools had moved to one campus in Indianapolis, the IUPUI campus, a few short blocks from the Indiana State Capitol.

Academics

The IUPUI academic calendar follows the semester system, with fall, spring and summer sessions.

Colleges and Schools

IUPUI has 21 schools, with many departments in each, offering 200 academic degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.  Many professional certificates are also offered.

• IU Herron School of Art and Design
• IU Kelley School of Business
• IU School of Continuing Studies
• IU Graduate School
• IU School of Dentistry
• IU School of Education
• Purdue School of Engineering and Technology
• IU School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
• IUPUI Honors College
• IU School of Informatics
• IU School of Journalism
• IU School of Law
• IU School of Liberal Arts
• IU School of Library and Information Science
• IU School of Medicine
• IU School of Nursing
• IU School of Physical Education and Tourism Management
• IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs
• Purdue School of Science
• IU School of Social Work
• IUPUI University College

Student Life

The Office of Student Involvement, true to its name, encourages students to become involved in one of the many student clubs or organizations available on campus.  IUPUI promotes the idea that each student should find his/her niche in the campus community to enrich the educational experience.  To that end, there are many fraternities and sororities available to students, as well as many intramural sports leagues, and more.

Athletics

The IUPUI "Jaguars" athletics teams compete in several intercollegiate sports, including:

Men's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Soccer
• Swimming & Diving
• Tennis

Women's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Soccer
• Softball
• Swimming & Diving
• Tennis
• Volleyball

Community Life

IUPUI is dedicated to its many programs involving students in civic engagement, and it has been recognized for its commitment to these efforts.  The IUPUI Center for Service and Learning offers many programs for community involvement that include volunteering with non-profit agencies, participation in a service learning course, voluntary work for political campaigns, employment in community work-study positions, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Electrical Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Indiana University – Purdue University – Indianapolis has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

• Fort Wayne, IN
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $115570

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

• Fort Wayne, IN
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $76340

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

• Fort Wayne, IN
  • Total Employment: 390
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $77130

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