Electrical Engineering Degree

The electrical engineering program at University at Buffalo 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 New York colleges that offer electrical engineering degrees.

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University at Buffalo

4400 Vestal Parkway East, Vestal, NY

SUNY at Buffalo is "University at Buffalo - The State University of New York." The University at Buffalo is the flagship institution in the SUNY system, as well as its largest campus. Altogether, there are 64 campuses in the SUNY system.

The University at Buffalo, or "UB," is a top public research university.  It is known for academic excellence, as well as its culture of creativity and resourceful thinking.  UB offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees, 205 master's degrees, 84 doctoral degrees and 10 professional degrees.

The distinguished faculty members of UB have contributed to many innovative inventions, including pattern recognition software, the PSA test for prostate cancer, photodynamic cancer therapy, and an implantable battery-operated cardiac pacemaker, among many others.

SUNY alumni from all 64 campuses include many notable figures, including a leading NASA astronaut, the prime minister of Somalia, a Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist, the cofounder of Miramax Films, CEOs of Paramount Pictures, J. Crew and many other leaders from well-known organizations.

History

SUNY at Buffalo was founded in 1846 as the very first institution of higher education in the State University of New York system.

Academics

The academic calendar of SUNY at Buffalo, or UB, follows the semester format.  It has fall and spring semesters, and a few, shorter summer "sessions."

Colleges and Schools

• The School of Architecture and Planning
• The College of Arts and Sciences
• The Graduate School of Education
• The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
• The School of Law
• The School of Management
• The School of Social Work
• The Academic Health Center (AHC), a consortium of five health sciences schools:
  • Dental Medicine
  • Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Public Health and Health Professions
  • Roswell Park Cancer Institute Graduate Programs

Student Life

The UB activities and opportunities for involvement at UB are numerous.  The school offers excellent facilities for health and wellness, as well as top venues for arts and culture, including The Center for the Arts and Lippes Concert Hall. These venues host many concerts and performances by students and faculty, and also attract premier guest artists from around the world.

Traditions

The UB school mascot is "Victor E. Bull."

Athletics

The UB athletic teams compete in 20 intercollegiate sports at the Division I level, including:

Men's Sports:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Football
• Soccer
• Swimming
• Track & Field
• Wrestling

Women's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Gymnastics
• Rowing
• Softball
• Soccer
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Track & Field
• Volleyball

Satellite Campuses

The University of Buffalo, or SUNY at Buffalo, has three campuses:

• North Campus (Amherst, New York)
• South Campus (Buffalo, New York)
• Downtown Campus (Buffalo, New York)

More than 10 percent of UB students study abroad, via exchange programs with 65 universities around the globe.

Community Life

The "Our Impact" program at SUNY at Buffalo reaches out to the community of the Buffalo Niagara region in a variety of ways.  The UB is an integral partner in programs that improve the region and enrich the community including involvement in programs for youth, local businesses, housing and healthcare.

Students Enrolled in the Electrical Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University at Buffalo has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate 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

• Binghamton, NY
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Hourly Rate: $62.71
  • Average Annual Salary: $130440

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

• Binghamton, NY
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $88070

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

• Binghamton, NY
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.59
  • Average Annual Salary: $94840

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