Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, and Computer Engineering B.Sc.

 

What technical solutions enable electrical energy to optimally used, saved, transformed, and transported? HOw are electromagnetic waves usable as information carriers? How is data safely transmitted without any loss? Which hardware and software solutions ensure more security, quicker speed, and user friendliness? Electrical engineering, information technology, and computer engineering deal with these types of questions.

Whether one works with increasing battery efficiency, the development of better hearing aids, the reception quality in radio networks, or another focus: problem oriented thinking always forms the basis for the work. In electrical engineering, this method of thinking is based in the natural sciences. Technical solutions are created with the help of physics, especially electricity,  mathematics, and computer science. Students who study electrical engineering, information technology, and computer engineering will be prepared to apply and implement the newest discoveries in the natural sciences and engineering to solve probllems. The four further concentrations of the Aachen course of study supplement these studies: energy engineering focuses on safe and ecological energy supply. Computer engineering deals with intelligent networks, processors, robots, and automatons. Information and communication technology optimize signal processing and transmission, mobile information systems, and their functional networking. Micro- and nanotechnology meets the needs of increasingly smaller functional building components and coating. The concentrations are not strictly separated from each other: many tasks are solved with the help of multiple fields. Further specializations during Master's studies, such as biomedical engineering, system technology, and automization are possible.

Characteristics of the Aachen Course of Study
The breadth of the RWTH Aachen engineering studies corresponds to the development potential of electrical engineering. Students receive intensive basic studies - the mathematics, computer science, and electrical engineering education cannot be beat within Germany. In contrast to universities that offer concentrations in application fields right from the start, the breadth of the Aachen course of study consciously creates a different type of education. Concentrations building on mathematics and the natural sciences are first offered starting in the fourth semester as preparation for a specialized Master's. The scope of this univeristy education enables graduates to adapt to new challenges and to use the diverse possibilities in the job market.

 

 

Degree Content

At the beginning of their studies, our students intensively focus on mathematics, computer science, and the basics of electrical engineering. This fundamental knowledge is studied for three to four semesters. The challenging mathematics curriculum facilitates the necessary understanding for technical principles and structural concepts.

Course of Study Layout

1st Semester	Higher Mathematics I, Basics of Electrical Engineering I, Basics of Computer Science I, Physics, Mathematic Methods of Electrical Engineering, Project
2nd Semester	Higher Mathematics II, Basics of Electrical Engineering II, Basics of Computer Science II, Physics II, two internships
3rd Semester	Higher Mathematics III, Basics of Electrical Engineering III, Basics of Computer Science III, Basics of Electronic Materials and Components I, two internships
4th Semester	Higher Mathematics IV, Basics of Electrical Engineering IV, Numerical Mathematics, Systems Theory I
	Concentrations "Energy Engineering", "Information and Communication Technology", "Micro- and Nanotechnology" Basics of Electronic Materials and Components I, Circuit Technology I, Project	Concentration "Computer Engineering"   Robots, languages, complexity, basic fields of computer science IV, project
5th Semester	Systems Theory II, Moduls from chosen concentrations (see below) Elective module from "Management and Economy"
6th Semester	Moduls from chosen concentrations (see below), elective module from "Law", Seminar or tutorial mentorships, Bachelor thesis (3 months)

Stays Abroad
The faculty mantains a research and teaching collaborations with a number of European and non-European universities, such as the ERASMUS program and the T.I.M.E. double degree program. Find out more about the variety of possibilities on the faculty's webpage on offers abroad. The database Moveonline Exchanges is helpful if you would like an overview of all RWTH Aachen exchange programs.

Internships
All internships are offered as institute internships. Internships in the industry are not required and are not scheduled into the course of study layout. However experience in industrial processes is highly recommended along with stays abroad. It broadens academic experiences in important application oriented areas.

 

Prerequisites

Personal Prerequisites
Electrical engineering has the highest percentage of mathematics courses of all the engineering disciplines. Individuals interested in mathematics, who enjoy applying calculations more than pure mathematics proofs, will feel at home in this course of study. It focuses on developing solutions for technical problems with the help of mathematical methods – passion for logical thinking and physics is another prerequisite for successful studies. Preference for mathematics and physics in school are the first indication that individuals will also enjoy studies. Interest in independent meticulous work and certain tenacity for developing solutions are a must. Since many solutions are developed on a computer, you should have basic interest in computer science as well. Programming skills are not expected at the beginning of studies but are a good aid. RWTH Aachen offers bridge program before classes start to intensify and complete your knowledge.

Enrollment Prerequisite
(must be verified at the time of enrollment - not when applying)
RWTH "Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, and Computer Engineering" Self Assessment

 

Decision Aids

Many courses of study specific to application areas of electrical engineering are offered throughout Germany and abroad. These offers are good alternatives for those who already know in which field they later want to work or conduct research. The broad layout of the Aachen course of study consciously creates a different educational path: comprehensive fundamental studies with a high percentage of mathematics, computer science, and technical subjects, and unique specialization possiblities building on that. This concept speaks to perspective students, who want to keep their options open for concentration possibilities and want more flexbility later in their careers.

 

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Career Prospects

Engineers in electrical engineering, information technology, and computer engineering are sought after in all branches, and possess all of the basics for work on groundbreaking future technologies.  Important work fields are, among others, telecommunication, mobile communications, computer engineering, automation engineering, picture-, sound-, and speech processing, electrical energy engineering, medical engineering, microsystem engineering, and nanotechnology.  Engineering work is diverse: projects are often worked on in international and interdisciplinary teams at universities, research institutions and businesses. Tasks include analyzing technical systems, mathematical description, and the creation of goals and tailored solutions for problems. Findings are tested in simulations. An engineering either works in the the classic areas of research and development or in positions dealing with management and consulting.

 

Master's Degree Prospects

Following the Bachelor course of study, RWTH offers a Master course of study in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, and Computer Engineering.

 

Examination Regulations

Exam Regulations regulate academic goals, the course of study layout, and exam procedures.  The appendix to the regulations contains the description of the modules, from which the course of study is composed.

 

Faculty

The Bachelor course of study in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, and Computer Engineering is offered by the Faculty for Electrical Engineering and Information Technology.