Electrical Engineering Technology

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology
  • Batten College of Engineering & Technology
  • Department of Engineering Technology
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Next Start Date
October 19, 2026
Accelerated Major Courses
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ABET Accredited (ETAC)

Degree completion

  • For students with some college credits
  • Transfer up to 90 credits toward this degree

Why ODUGlobal for Electrical Engineering Technology?

Build it. Test it. Improve it. ODU’s online Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology with a major in electrical engineering technology helps you turn hands-on skill into systems that work. You’ll learn to design, test and maintain electrical and electronic systems used in today's workplaces.

Study with faculty who connect theory to practical work in areas used every day. Throughout the program, you’ll plan and troubleshoot systems, document results for teams and clients, and graduate with a degree employers recognize.

Built for momentum, the degree is available online through ODUGlobal with transfer-friendly options and a defined military pathway for eligible students

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The electrical engineering technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology.

When you graduate, you'll be eligible to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in Virginia and many other states, the first step toward becoming a licensed professional engineer.

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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 electives 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.

I started out learning hands-on in the field, but the program has been very complementary. I'm learning theory that I can use immediately.

Jay Belknap '26
Electrical Engineering Technology
Read About Jay's Journey to a Degree
Jay Belknap '26

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 authorization and licensure

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.

Accelerated Courses

Courses in this program follow an accelerated 8-week format.

Accelerated courses don't have scheduled meeting times, so you can fit your studies into your personal schedule. You will access course materials and complete assignments online. The instructor may schedule specific deadlines for assignments or specific times to take exams.

Free Tutoring Services

ODUGlobal students have on-demand access to academic support through Brainfuse for help with subjects such as precalculus, calculus, chemistry, and physics.

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 ODU's state licensure disclosure directory

Learn about state authorization and licensure

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.

Accelerated Courses

Courses in this program follow an accelerated 8-week format.

Accelerated courses don't have scheduled meeting times, so you can fit your studies into your personal schedule. You will access course materials and complete assignments online. The instructor may schedule specific deadlines for assignments or specific times to take exams.

Free Tutoring Services

ODUGlobal students have on-demand access to academic support through Brainfuse for help with subjects such as precalculus, calculus, chemistry, and physics.

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#6

Best Online Electrical Engineering Degrees, 2025 - Forbes Advisor

Cost & Aid

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In-state Virginia Residents
$443 per credit hour*
Out-of-State Students
$453 per credit hour

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

These tuition rates are effective Fall 2026 and subject to change. 

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* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met. Includes $281 standard tuition + $162 mandatory auxiliary tuition.

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. 

Learn more about our scholarships

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

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Finish your degree with us! We offer the upper division (300 and 400 level) courses for this degree program.

Bring Your Credits to ODU

We'll help you understand how your previous coursework may apply to this program. A qualifying associate degree may satisfy ODU's lower level general education requirements, and students from select partner colleges may also qualify for Guaranteed Admission.

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