Engineering Science (Microelectronics) ,BS
Data Analysis, Education, Engineering Innovation, Manufacturing Engineer, Product Design, Project Manager, Research and Development Researcher, Technical Sales, approved for STEM-OPT extension
Microelectronic circuits and chips are ubiquitous and enable many aspects of modern life. They have redefined existing industries and are critical to emerging industries. If you have interest in how microelectronic circuits and chips devices work, how they are made, and the massive potential of these devices, this program may be a great fit.
The Bachelor of Science program in engineering science with a concentration in microelectronics prepares you to excel in the microelectronics industry.
In this program, you master fundamental mathematics, coding, digital design and physics in your first year, while simultaneously learning how engineers solve problems, approach the design process, and consider societal and business aspects of their work. In your second and third years, you learn the engineering and computing tools used in the microelectronics industry and how they're used to design and fabricate complex microelectronic circuits. The final year focuses on methods of testing, developing and manufacturing semiconductors. You also complete a year-long capstone project with your peers and a faculty mentor.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
- Location: West Valley
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
- First required math course: MAT 170 - Precalculus
- Math
intensity: Moderate
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available, engineering science students are able to tailor their experience to their interests and skill sets. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships around the world, increasing their professional network.
Graduates of this engineering science program are well-prepared for a diverse and rewarding career landscape in areas such as:
- academia and education
- data analysis and modeling
- energy and environmental engineering
- engineering consulting
- manufacturing and quality control
- product design and development
- project management
- research and development
- technical sales and marketing
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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7.3%
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$161,740
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-2.5%
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$50,330
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0.6%
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$78,190
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3.8%
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$171,270
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-5.2%
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$69,460
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5.6%
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$102,320
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1.9%
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$126,060
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5.5%
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$124,900
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School of Integrated Engineering
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FAB N134
SIE@asu.edu
602-543-5456
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