Plug into your future: Where innovation meets electricity
If you’re the kind of person who wonders what really makes technology tick — from the power grid lighting up a city to the electronics in your favorite gadgets — then electrical engineering is your playground.
At South Carolina State University, you won’t just study circuits and systems from a textbook. You’ll design them, build them and watch them come to life in hands-on labs and real-world projects. This is the major for the problem-solvers, the inventors, the tech-savvy trailblazers who want to shape how the world is powered, connected and controlled.
By the time you’re ready to sit for the engineering license exam, you won’t just be hoping you’re prepared. You’ll be the person in the room thinking, “I’ve got this.”
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
South Carolina State University’s Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering prepares students to design, build and improve the electrical and electronic systems that power our world. Housed in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Transportation, the program combines rigorous theory with applied, hands-on learning in modern engineering labs on SC State’s campus in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
Electrical engineering at SC State covers everything from circuits, electronics and digital systems to power systems, communications, control and computer-based modeling. Graduates will be ready to step into high-demand technical roles or continue to advanced study in engineering and related fields.
Why choose electrical engineering at SC State?
- Broad, career-focused curriculum. The program addresses the design and operation of electrical and electronic systems and their components, including motors and drives, communications, control systems and power networks.
- Strong foundation in math and science. Students build depth in calculus, differential equations, probability and statistics, physics and computer science to support advanced engineering courses.
- Hands-on lab experience. Courses are supported by dedicated labs in areas such as circuits, electronics, power systems and computer modeling so students can apply classroom learning to real equipment and software.
- Small classes and faculty mentorship. Electrical engineering majors learn from experienced faculty who bring industry and research backgrounds into the classroom and provide individualized academic advising.
- HBCU learning environment. As South Carolina’s only public Historically Black College or University, SC State offers a supportive campus community and a legacy of preparing underrepresented students for STEM careers.
What you’ll study
The B.S. in Electrical Engineering is built on a structured sequence of math, science and engineering courses. Our students evolve from foundational topics to advanced design and analysis.
Students begin with:
- Calculus and differential equations
- College physics
- Chemistry
- Introductory engineering and computer programming
These courses provide the analytical tools necessary for upper-division electrical engineering study.
Core electrical engineering courses
As students advance, they move into specialized electrical engineering coursework such as:
- Circuit analysis and electronics
- Digital logic and microprocessors
- Electromechanics and electric machines
- Signals and systems
- Probability and statistics for engineers
- Power systems analysis
- Communication systems
- Control and instrumentation
- Computer modeling of electrical systems
New upper-division courses in areas like electromechanics, communications, power systems and computer modeling deepen students’ technical expertise and reflect current industry needs.
Senior design experience
The program culminates in a two-semester senior design sequence. Working in teams, students identify a real-world engineering problem, design a solution, build and test a prototype, and present their results in written and oral form. This capstone experience pulls together technical, project-management and professional communication skills that employers expect.
Learning environment, labs and resources
Electrical engineering majors study in SC State’s Engineering and Computer Science facilities, which provide classrooms, labs and computer resources tailored to engineering and technology programs.
Students have access to:
- Specialized laboratories that support instruction in circuits, electronics, power systems, machines, communications and computer-based modeling.
- Modern software tools used in industry for analysis, simulation and design of electrical systems.
- Robust library and learning resources including engineering databases, e-journals and reference materials that support coursework and research.
Student support services, such as academic advising, tutoring, career services and undergraduate research opportunities, are available to help electrical engineering majors stay on track and prepare for life after graduation.
Careers and outlook for electrical engineering graduates
Electrical engineering is central to today’s technology-driven economy. Graduates of SC State’s program will be prepared for roles such as:
- Electrical engineer
- Power systems engineer
- Electronics or hardware engineer
- Controls or instrumentation engineer
- Communications or network engineer
- Systems or test engineer
The program responds to documented demand for electrical engineers in South Carolina and beyond, including opportunities in sectors such as energy and utilities, manufacturing, transportation, aerospace, defense, telecommunications, automotive and advanced technology industries.
State and national labor projections cited in the program proposal show steady or growing employment for electrical engineers, along with competitive salaries and strong long-term career potential.
Graduates will also be well positioned to pursue graduate study in electrical engineering, computer engineering, renewable energy, robotics, or related disciplines.
Who should apply?
The B.S. in Electrical Engineering is designed for students who:
- Enjoy math, physics and problem-solving
- Are curious about how electrical and electronic systems work
- Want to design solutions that power homes, businesses, transportation and communication networks
- Are interested in high-tech, high-impact careers with room for advancement
The program welcomes recent high school graduates as well as transfer students who have completed foundational math, science and engineering courses.
How to get started
Ready to launch your electrical engineering career at South Carolina State University?
- Apply for admission. Visit SC State’s undergraduate admissions page to submit your application and required materials.
- Explore financial aid. Investigate scholarships, grants and other aid options available to help make your education affordable.
- Connect with us. Contact the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Transportation to learn more about the electrical engineering curriculum, labs and career pathways.
Take the next step.
Choose the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering at South Carolina State University
and prepare to power innovation in South Carolina and around the world.
More Engineering Options
Mechanical Engineering is just one of degrees offered by SC State's Department of Engineering. Other programs include:
- Nuclear Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Master of Science in Transportation
SC State also offers Engineering Technology Degrees in: