Overview

The Electronics Engineering program at Simon Fraser University is offered through the School of Engineering Science within the Faculty of Applied Sciences. It provides a comprehensive education in electronics, focusing on the design, analysis, and application of electronic systems. Objectives include developing skills in circuit theory, digital systems, electromagnetics, and signal processing. Unique features include mandatory co-operative education (co-op) placements, interdisciplinary options with computer science and biomedical engineering, and emphasis on hands-on projects using modern tools like FPGA and PCB design software.

Career Prospects

Graduates are well-prepared for roles in the technology sector, including hardware design, telecommunications, and embedded systems development. The program's co-op experience enhances employability, with many students securing full-time positions from their work terms. Common career paths involve innovation in consumer electronics, renewable energy systems, and automation industries.

Key Faculty/Staff

The program is led by faculty experts in areas such as microelectronics and communications systems. Notable contributors include professors specializing in VLSI design and wireless technologies, supported by a team of over 20 engineering science faculty members.

Unique Facilities and Partnerships

Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities including the Electronics Design Lab, RF and Microwave Lab, and the Clean Room for microfabrication. Partnerships with industry leaders like BC Hydro and tech firms in Vancouver's Silicon Valley North provide research opportunities and co-op placements.