Electrical Engineering
Hunter Daniel
What Is It?
Electrical engineering is a field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism. This field may be something I want to pursue due to my fascination with electronics and how they work and operate.
Typical Day for Electrical Engineers
Electrical engineers generally work indoors researching electrical equipment, however, they may have to travel to various sites in order to observe a problem or complex machine. They primarily work in research and development industries, engineering service firms, manufacturing, and the federal government.
Starting Salary
An electrical engineers starting salary can range from $61,420-$72,340. However, the median wage in 2012 was $89,630.
Education
High school students that have an interest in electrical engineering will want to take courses that cover various topics in physics and mathematics including algebra, trigonometry, and calculus. Most electrical engineering jobs require a bachelors degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or electrical engineering technology.
Sources
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-15 Edition, Electrical and Electronics Engineers,
on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/electrical-and-electronics-engineers.htm (visited July 23, 2015).
on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/electrical-and-electronics-engineers.htm (visited July 23, 2015).