Electrical Engineering, BS, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Sample Plan for New Students
The sample shows a typical plan to complete the degree based on current degree requirements and course offerings, and is not the only possible plan. The number of credits for each course is in parentheses. Some classes have prerequisites, and the order of courses in the sample plan accounts for these. Each new student, in consultation with their advisor, will complete a personal academic plan tailored to their specific goals and interests.
- Semester Degree Plan (for students who enroll in Summer 2027 or beyond)
- Quarter Degree Plan (for students who enroll prior to Summer 2027)
For more information about Seattle University's transition to the semester calendar, visit SU Moves to Semesters.
Degree Requirements
- Minimum Credits to Graduate: 120 semester credits or 180 quarter credits
- Credits in Major: 87 semester credits or 135 quarter credits
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
Semester-Based Degree Plan
Four-Year Sample Plan For New Students
For students who enroll in Summer 2027 or beyond
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | MATH 1334: Calculus I (4) | MATH 1336: Calculus II (4) |
| Course 2 | ECEGR 1200: Digital Operations & Computation (3) | PHYS 1210: Mechanics (3) |
| Course 3 | ECEGR 2000: Physical Comp. w/Python (3) | PHYS 1211: Mechanics Lab (1) |
| Course 4 | UCOR 1000 (3) | ECEGR 1210: Digital Hardware Design (2) |
| Course 5 | UCOR Stage I (3) | ECEGR 2010: Intro to Robotics (3) |
| UCOR Stage I (3) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor each term for registration approval.
- Meet with Faculty Mentor.
- Apply for internships/research opportunities.
- Attend networking events, seminars, and/or join a club.
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | MATH 2330: Multivariable Calculus (4) | MATH 2340: Differential Equations (3) |
| Course 2 | PHYS 1220: Electricity & Magnetism (3) | ECEGR 2100: Electrical Circuits I (3) |
| Course 3 | PHYS 1221: Electricity & Magnetism Lab (1) | PHYS 2010: Waves & Optics (2) |
| Course 4 | ECEGR 2020: C++ Programming (3) | UCOR Stage II (3) |
| Course 5 | UCOR Stage II (3) | UCOR Stage II (3) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor each term for registration approval.
- Meet with Faculty Mentor.
- Apply for internships/research opportunities.
- Attend networking events, seminars, and/or join a club.
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | MATH 2320: Linear Algebra (3) | MATH 2310: Probability & Stats for Engineers (3) |
| Course 2 | ECEGR 3110: Electrical Circuits II (3) | ECEGR 3500: Electrical Energy Systems (3) |
| Course 3 | ECEGR 3120: Semiconductor Devices & Circuits (3) | ECEGR 3700: Signals & Systems (3) |
| Course 4 | ECEGR 3111: Experiential Design I (2) | ECEGR 3121: Experiential Design II (1) |
| Course 5 | ECEGR 2200: Microprocessor Design (3) | ECEGR 3300: Fields and Waves (3) |
| Course 6 | UCOR Stage II (3) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor each term for registration approval.
- Apply for internships/research opportunities.
- Attend networking events, seminars, and/or join a club.
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ECEGR 4870: Engineering Design I (3) | ECEGR 4880: Engineering Design II (3) |
| Course 2 | ECEGR Elective (3) | ECEGR Elective (3) |
| Course 3 | Choice Elective (3) | ECEGR 4410: Control Systems (3) |
| Course 4 | ECEGR 4610: Communication Systems (3) | UCOR Stage III (3) |
| Course 5 | UCOR Stage II (3) | UCOR Stage III (3) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor and Faculty Mentor.
- Take the FE exam.
- Submit graduation plan and apply for graduation.
- Apply for jobs/internships.
Four-Year University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Stage I, II, and III. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Stage. For more information, please visit the University Core Website.
Stage I: Foundations
- UCOR 1000/2000 Signature Seminar
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Reasoning
- UCOR 1500 Philosophies of Humanity
Stage II: Inquiry
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2300 Inquiry Seminar in Creative Arts and Expression
- UCOR 2400 Inquiry Seminar in Literature, Art, or History
- UCOR 2600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 2800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
- UCOR 29XX Ethical Inquiry
Stage III: Engagement
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3200 Global Perspectives
- UCOR 3300 Responsibility and Action
Curriculum Notes
Plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements. Reach out to the College of Science & Engineering Advising Center for support via email at se-adv@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the Writing Center.
- Level up your skills at the Math Lab.
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for support on research and assignments.
- Search the expansive network of books, eBooks, databases, journals and more.
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degree plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity.
- Create something at the Media Production Center or Billodue Makerspace.
Quarter-Based Degree Plan
Four-Year Sample Plan For New Students
For students who enroll prior to Summer 2027
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | MATH 1334 – Calculus I (5) | MATH 1335 – Calculus II (5) | MATH 1336 – Calculus III (5) |
| Course 2 | ECEGR 1200 – Digital Operations & Computation (4) |
PHYS 1210 – Mechanics + PHYS 1211 – Lab (4+1) |
PHYS 1220 – Electricity & Magnetism + PHYS 1221 – Lab (4+1) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor quarterly for registration approval.
- Meet with Faculty Advisor.
- Apply for internships/research opportunities.
- Attend networking events, seminars, and/or join a club.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | MATH 2330 – Multivariable Calculus (3) | MATH 2320 – Linear Algebra (3) | MATH 2340 – Differential Equations (4) |
| Course 2 | PHYS 1230 – Waves, Optics, & Heat + PHYS 1231 – Lab (4+1) | ECEGR 2210 – Programmable Devices (2) | ECEGR 2220 – Microprocessor Design (4) |
| Course 3 | ECEGR 2000 – Physical Computing with Python (4) | ECEGR 2020 – C++ Programming (4) | ECEGR 2100 – Electrical Circuits (5) |
| Course 4 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor quarterly for registration approval.
- Meet with Faculty Advisor.
- Apply for internships/research opportunities.
- Attend networking events, seminars, and/or join a club.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ECEGR 3110 – Electrical Circuits II (5) | ECEGR 3120 – Semiconductors Devices & Circuits (5) | ECEGR 3710 – Signals & Systems (4) |
| Course 2 | ECEGR 3111 – Laboratory I: Circuits (2) | ECEGR 3121 – Laboratory II: Electronics (2) | ECEGR 3711 – Lab III: Signals & Systems (2) |
| Course 3 | Science/Engineering Elective (4) | ECEGR 3500 – Electrical Enegery Systems (5) | ECEGR 3300 – Fields & Waves (5) |
| Course 4 | MATH 2310 – Probability Statistics for Science & Engineering (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor quarterly for registration approval.
- Apply for internships/research opportunities.
- Attend networking events, seminars, and/or join a club.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ECEGR 4870 – Engineering Design I (3) | ECEGR 4880 – Engineering Design II (4) | ECEGR 4890 – Engineering Design III (3) |
| Course 2 | ECEGR Elective (4) | ECEGR Elective (4) | ECEGR Elective (4) |
| Course 3 | ECEGR Elective (4) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | ECEGR Elective (4) |
| Course 4 | CEEGR 3020 – Global Engineering Economics (3) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor and Faculty Advisor.
- Take the FE exam in fall or winter.
- Submit graduation plan and apply for graduation.
- Apply for jobs/internships.
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and www.seattleu.edu/core for course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have different Core requirements.
Module I:
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 1200 Quantitative Reasoning
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning OR UCOR 2920 Ethical Reasoning Health Care
Module III:
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3600 Social Sciences & Global Challenges
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences & Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- For complete information on courses, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
Use MySeattleU Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the Seattle U Advising Services page for support or reach out to the Advising Center. Email CSE Advising at se-adv@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the Writing Center.
- Level up your skills at the Math Lab.
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for support on research and assignments.
- Search the expansive network of books, eBooks, databases, journals and more.
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degree plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity.
- Create something at the Media Production Center or Billodue Makerspace.
Here to Help
College of Science and Engineering Advising Center