Why ODU for Electrical Engineering Technology?

Electrical engineering technology is all around us, from mobile devices and computers to manufacturing systems and power grids. In ODU's online bachelor's program, you'll gain a solid foundation the knowledge and skills required to design, test, and maintain real world systems.

When you graduate, you will earn Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (BSET) with a major in Electrical Engineering Technology. You'll be eligible to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in Virginia and many other states. This exam is the first step to licensure as a professional engineer.

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ODU's electrical engineering technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET, www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology Program Criteria.

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Core Courses

In your core electrical engineering technology courses, you'll learn about circuits, electronic devices, digital electronics, linear electronics, microprocessors, and programming. 

You can focus your studies by choosing senior elective courses in specific areas.

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Senior Elective Options

Prepare for careers in communications systems and networking related jobs with courses that examine wireless communications, computer networks and smart grids, and more.

Prepare for a career as a network manager, computer system engineer, or network designer. You'll gain the skills to design, build, and install computer systems of all descriptions including hardware, software, and networking/web operations.

Hardware and software converge in a wide range of applications. Gain expertise in the development and production of microprocessors and microcontrollers to prepare for engineering roles that build and operate these systems.

Prepare to work with engineering technology systems such as PLCs, microcontrollers/microprocessors, and both power and communications systems. Mechatronics-related jobs can be found in manufacturing and the design, development, operation and maintenance of electronic and electrical products.

Prepare for a career working with power systems and machinery (including laboratory), alternative energies, smart grids, and other power transmission related jobs.

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Program Information

Minimum
30 Credit Hours
Total
128-134 Credit Hours

To earn a bachelor's degree from ODU, you must complete at least 30 credit hours with us. This program includes a minor in engineering or science and requires 128-134 total credit hours, depending on your course of study.

Talk with our enrollment team to learn how your credits will transfer.

Explore a Course of Study in the Catalog

This program is designed to prepare you for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, the first step to licensure as a professional engineer in several states. In general, licensure is not required to work in this field, but some employers may require it.

Use the links here to explore whether this program will prepare you for licensure in your state, or contact us to find out more.

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Learn about state licensures and authorizations

ODU has a signed military pathway agreement for this program. This agreement may grant academic credit to U.S. military service members and veterans for their experience and training.

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Minimum
30 Credit Hours
Total
128-134 Credit Hours

To earn a bachelor's degree from ODU, you must complete at least 30 credit hours with us. This program includes a minor in engineering or science and requires 128-134 total credit hours, depending on your course of study.

Talk with our enrollment team to learn how your credits will transfer.

Explore a Course of Study in the Catalog

This program is designed to prepare you for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, the first step to licensure as a professional engineer in several states. In general, licensure is not required to work in this field, but some employers may require it.

Use the links here to explore whether this program will prepare you for licensure in your state, or contact us to find out more.

View state licensure information

Learn about state licensures and authorizations

ODU has a signed military pathway agreement for this program. This agreement may grant academic credit to U.S. military service members and veterans for their experience and training.

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Cost & Aid

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In-state Virginia Residents
$268 per credit hour*
Out-of-State Students
$444 per credit hour

Active duty military students may qualify for a discounted undergraduate tuition rate.

These tuition rates are effective Fall 2025 and subject to change. 

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* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

The newest class of graduates through ODUGlobal celebrated commencement in May 2024.
Scholarship & Aid

Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 

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Careers

Electrical Engineers
Growth
9.1%
Median Salary
$106,950
Computer Hardware Engineers
Growth
7.2%
Median Salary
$138,080
Wind Energy Engineers
Growth
5.0%
Median Salary
$111,970
Solar Energy Systems Engineers
Growth
5.0%
Median Salary
$111,970
Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Growth
10.8%
Median Salary
$104,920

Engineering Enrollment Team

Our dedicated enrollment team will guide your transition to ODUGlobal.

Jessica Hill
Enrollment Coordinator
1-800-968-2638
engineeringonline@odu.edu
Missy Magerkorth
Enrollment Coordinator
1-800-968-2638
engineeringonline@odu.edu
Deanna Kroner
Enrollment Coordinator
1-800-968-2638
engineeringonline@odu.edu

Ready to Apply?

Finish your degree with us. We offer the upper division (300 and 400 level) courses for this degree program. Work with an enrollment coordinator to review your credits from other higher education institutions. Then you can apply toward a degree from ODU.

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We've partnered with the Virginia Community College System and select educational institutions to make transferring easy. By applying, you will be assured admission at ODU for the completion of your degree.

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