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Start or continue your academic journey with faculty who are more than just educators. At the VCU College of Engineering, the innovative work we do shapes the changing technological landscape of public and private industry. This expertise translates into opportunities for hands-on learning through labs, undergraduate research, internships or cooperative education programs that enable students to get paid while learning.
Our faculty’s expertise spans a wide range of cutting-edge research areas like:
- Communications
- Computer systems
- Cyber physical systems
- Data analytics
- The Internet of Things (IoT)
- Micro- and nano-electronics
- Semiconductors
Explore the world of electrical and computer engineering through study and observation of fundamental principles powering today's technology. Our curriculum blends deep theoretical knowledge with practical labs that allow you to experiment, design and find solutions to real-world challenges alongside faculty mentors.
Electrical and computer engineering students study a variety of topics like:
- Autonomous systems and controls
- Communication systems
- Electricity
- Electronics
- Electromagnetism
- Embedded systems
- Power systems
- Signal processing
You'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities while at the VCU College of Engineering. These resources are an extension of the classroom and come equipped with the same industry-standard tools you’ll work with after graduation.
For those seeking a challenge while gaining valuable experience, Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) are collaborative, multi-year ventures that educate students through practical exercises. Work alongside faculty and graduate students on real-world research and development, gaining key professional- and research-oriented skills while contributing to groundbreaking advancements in electrical and computer engineering.