As the largest department within the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology, Electrical and Computer Engineering caters to the many students who were attracted to the field out of a fascination for all types of electrical devices and gadgets. From computers to walkmans, microwave ovens to curling irons, wide screen televisions to alarm clocks, Electrical and Computer Engineering majors study the conceptual design and manufacturing of all sorts of plug-in mechanisms. 

As an Electrical or Computer Engineering student, you could be putting yourself on the path to an exciting career in such fields as electronics, power, controls, computers, communications, transportation and information. Whatever specialization you choose, Cal State L.A.’s Electrical and Computer Engineering programs will prepare you for the next step in your career development, whether it’s immediate employment upon graduation, entrance into an advanced degree program or employment in a research or teaching capacity.