Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Program Overview

The University of Manitoba's Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering program equips students with the knowledge and skills to design and engineer electrical and electronic systems. Graduates are prepared for careers in various fields, including electrical engineering, electronics engineering, power engineering, and biomedical engineering. The program emphasizes innovation, problem-solving, and communication, with opportunities for specialization and practical experience through internships and capstone projects.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSc) program at the University of Manitoba provides students with a foundation in electrical and electronic devices and systems design. Graduates of this program are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to design and engineer practical electrical and electronic systems to solve real-world problems.

Objectives:

• Develop innovative products and solutions using electrical and electronic devices and systems.
• Gain an understanding of both the scientific and engineering methods and be able to use these methods to rationally and effectively analyze complex problems affecting both individuals and society.
• Generate conceptual and detailed designs for complex engineering problems, demonstrating the proper use of equipment and instrumentation in the solution.
• Have the ability to lead the development of new technologies and systems.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with colleagues, clients, and the general population.

Outline:

The program in electrical engineering has a core-plus-elective structure. The core develops the necessary base in mathematics, the physical sciences, dynamics, thermodynamics, electric fields and circuits, and fundamental professional courses focused on energy conversion and transmission, electronics, materials and devices, communications and control systems. At the conclusion of the program, students will have acquired both the knowledge and experience necessary to design and engineer practical electrical and electronic systems to solve real-world problems. To support that outcome, the final year includes a significant, industrially relevant, capstone group design project, in addition to control systems and communication systems as core requirements, with the remaining program based on electives. A certain level of specialization is possible through the selection of elective courses offered in the final year.

Teaching:

Every student in Engineering has opportunities to apply the theoretical foundations of classroom learning to real-world design problems throughout the program. In the Co-operative Education and Industrial Internship Program (Co-op/IIP), students can complement their study with paid work experience. Competition, representational, and special-interest societies allow students to connect with fellow students with shared interests. And student exchange programs let students complete part of their degree at one of several partner universities around the world.

Careers:

Graduates of the Electrical Engineering (BSc) program are prepared for a wide range of careers in the electrical and electronics industry. These careers may include:

• Electrical engineer
• Electronics engineer
• Power engineer
• Control systems engineer
• Communications engineer
• Biomedical engineer
• Software engineer
• Technical writer
• Patent attorney