Washington State University at Vancouver

What you'll study

Students build a foundation in electricity, electronics and electromagnetism and progress to applied topics. Core topics and learning experiences explicitly described include:

• circuit analysis and digital circuits
• signals and systems and control theory
• power systems and power electronics
• microelectronics and integrated circuit topics supported by a cleanroom for microfabrication
• radio frequency and wireless communication systems
• hands-on laboratory courses (program advertises 5 lab courses offered per semester) and a 100-class cleanroom plus a full-shielded radio frequency lab for real-world applications
• a multidisciplinary senior design project that applies engineering skills to real-world industry challenges

Entry requirements

The published page focuses on academic advising and program entry support rather than detailed admission criteria. Prospective and current students are directed to assigned academic coordinators by last name: Last names A through Le: Keri Deford. Last names Li through Z: Claire Potter. General undergraduate contacts: encs.connections@wsu.edu, phone 360-546-9639.

Career prospects

The program outlines a broad set of career paths tied to the curriculum and lab experience. Typical destinations mentioned include:

• semiconductor manufacturing and integrated circuit design
• control and data acquisition systems
• radio frequency and wireless communication systems
• renewable energy (wind and solar), hydroelectric generation and electric power utilities
• roles in microelectronics fabrication and power generation and distribution

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The source page does not list specific scholarships; it highlights experiential supports that improve employability, such as faculty research opportunities, internships, the ENCS Career Preparation Program (resume workshops, mock interviews, mentoring and employer connections) and access to the Career Action Center. Students seeking financial aid or scholarships should contact the ENCS undergraduate office at encs.connections@wsu.edu or explore university-level financial aid resources.