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Electrical Engineering

Teknik Elektro

Electrical Engineering covers the design, analysis, and application of electrical and electronic systems — from microcircuits to large-scale power grids. Graduates can pursue careers across a range of sectors, including power systems, industrial automation, telecommunications, electronics, embedded systems, and IoT.

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Level S1 · 4 years
Market demand High, and continuing to rise
Mid salary Rp 10–15 million /mo
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Big Picture

DATA

You study the fundamental principles of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism, along with their applications in designing power systems, control systems, power electronics, signal processing, and communication systems. You will be equipped with a strong foundation in mathematics and physics, and then delve into specific sub-fields according to your interests — from power systems to embedded systems.

Core courses

  • ›Engineering Mathematics
  • ›Electric Circuits
  • ›Analog Electronics
  • ›Digital Electronics
  • ›Electric Power Systems
  • ›Control Systems
  • ›Communication Systems
  • ›Microprocessors & Embedded Systems
  • ›Digital Signal Processing
  • ›Power Electronics
WHO THIS FITS

This program is a good fit if you enjoy understanding how electronic devices and electrical systems work, are interested in physics and mathematics, and want to design technical solutions for real-world problems in the fields of energy, automation, or telecommunications.

Education levels

how does it differ from other levels?
D3
A 3-year diploma program at a polytechnic, focusing on practical skills and direct job readiness (for example, D3 Teknik Elektro at POLBAN, PNJ, or POLINES). Graduates earn the A.Md degree and are ready to work as technicians in installation, maintenance, and testing. The curriculum has less theory and more hands-on practicum. It is a good fit if you want to enter the workforce quickly with applied technical skills.
D4
A 4-year diploma program (applied bachelor's), for example D4 Teknologi Rekayasa Elektro or D4 Teknik Otomasi Listrik Industri. The duration is the same as an S1, but you earn the S.S.T (Sarjana Sains Terapan) degree with a more practical focus — system design, commissioning, and field troubleshooting. You can continue to an S2, but there is less research theory compared to an S1.
S2
A 1.5–2 year master's program (for example, at UI, ITB, ITS, or Telkom University). You will take deep specializations in specific sub-fields such as power systems, signal processing, control engineering, or telecommunications. There are research (thesis) and non-research (project) tracks available. It is suitable for those who want to move up to senior engineer, consultant, or researcher positions. Admission requirement: an S1 in Teknik Elektro or a related field.
S3
A 3–4 year doctoral program (available at ITS since 2004, as well as UI, ITB, and Telkom University). It focuses on independent research to produce original contributions to the field of electrical engineering — scientific publications, a dissertation, and student mentoring. Graduates become professional researchers, academics, or research leaders in industry. It is highly specialized and only suitable if you are interested in the academic or research world.

Often confused with…

what's the difference?
vsTeknik Informatika (Informatics Engineering)
Teknik Informatika focuses on software and programming, whereas Teknik Elektro focuses on hardware, electrical systems, electronics, and signal processing — although there is some overlap in embedded systems.
vsTeknologi Informasi (Information Technology)
Teknologi Informasi manages IT infrastructure and computer networks, whereas Teknik Elektro designs power, electronics, and control systems that are more oriented toward hardware and physics.
vsTeknik Biomedik (Biomedical Engineering)
Teknik Biomedik applies electrical engineering principles to medical devices and healthcare systems, whereas Teknik Elektro is more general and spans multiple sectors.
vsTeknik Telekomunikasi (Telecommunications Engineering)
Teknik Telekomunikasi focuses on communication systems and networks, whereas Teknik Elektro covers those areas plus power systems, control, and electronics.

Myth vs Fact

MYTH Teknik Elektro is only about fixing electrical wiring and home installations.
FACT The scope is much broader: it ranges from designing electronic chips and power plant systems to robotic control, signal processing, and wireless communication.
MYTH Graduates of Teknik Elektro can only work at PLN.
FACT Career opportunities are spread across manufacturing, oil & gas, industrial automation, telecommunications, tech startups, engineering consulting, and research and development.
MYTH You must be great at physics since high school to get into Teknik Elektro.
FACT What you need is perseverance in studying and a good foundation in logic and mathematics. Many physics concepts are learned from scratch during your college years.
MYTH The career prospects of Teknik Elektro are worse than those of computer majors.
FACT The demand for electrical engineers remains high, especially in the renewable energy, industrial automation, EV, and smart grid sectors — fields that continue to grow.
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Toolkit & Prep

GUIDE

Personal hardware & software you need to prepare before classes start — requirements vary by program. Expensive, heavy-duty equipment is usually provided by the campus.

MINIMUM LAPTOP SPEC

A Windows laptop with at least 8 GB of RAM (16 GB is better), and an i5 or Ryzen 5 processor or higher. This is needed to run simulation software such as MATLAB/Simulink, LTspice, and EDA tools.

ESTIMATED STARTUP BUDGET
Rp 2–5 million

A one-time purchase that lasts through your studies.

Digital multimeter
This is for circuit labs and basic electrical measurements.
Required
Soldering station
This is used to assemble and repair electronic circuits.
Required
Breadboard and jumper wires
These are for prototyping circuits without soldering.
Required
Basic electronic components
Resistors, capacitors, LEDs, ICs, transistors — buy a starter kit.
Required
Portable oscilloscope
This is usually available in the campus lab, but having your own makes independent practice easier.
Optional
Microcontroller programmer/debugger
Arduino, STM32, or ESP32 — these are for embedded or IoT projects.
Optional
MATLAB/Simulink
A campus license is usually available — check during orientation.
Required
EDA software (LTspice, KiCad)
These are free to use for circuit simulation and PCB design.
Required
03

Facility Checklist

GUIDE

Questions specific to Electrical Engineering to bring to an open house or campus visit. Important facilities vary by program — these matter most.

Note: Myjor doesn't maintain a facilities database per campus. This is a tool for you to assess it yourself.

Is there an adequate Electrical Circuits Lab for DC/AC lab work?
Is there an Analog and Digital Electronics Lab with modern equipment?
Is there an Electrical Power Systems Lab?
Is there a Control Systems Lab?
Is there a Communications Lab for modulation and transmission lab work?
Is there a Microprocessor / Embedded Systems Lab?
Is there a Robotics or IoT Lab?
Are oscilloscopes and signal generators available per lab group rather than per class?
Is there access to simulation software (MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, ETAP)?
Is there a workshop for installation and maintenance practice?
Are there partnerships with lab equipment vendors (National Instruments, Texas Instruments)?
Are there research support facilities for final-year students?

Tip: ask for a tour of the relevant labs/studios, not just the main building. Ask about access hours and whether undergrads can use the equipment.

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Academic Quality

GUIDE

Three objective ways to assess a program's academic quality — including how to check them yourself.

A

Program accreditation status

Check the program's own accreditation rating (not just the campus's) on official sites. International accreditation is a plus for certain fields.

Unggul / A — top tier Baik Sekali / B Baik / C

Check at: BAN-PT (banpt.or.id) or the relevant LAM, & PDDIKTI (pddikti.kemdikbud.go.id).

B

Student–faculty ratio & how to calculate it

ratio = active students ÷ full-time faculty
Example: 600 students ÷ 25 faculty = 1 : 24
✓Ideal: ≈1:20 for STEM/science fields, ≈1:30 for social sciences/humanities (per Ministry of Education guidance).
!The smaller the second number, the more attention each student gets. Above 1:40 is worth flagging.
!Also check faculty qualifications (Master's/PhD) and whether there are industry practitioner lecturers.
C

Faculty research — relevant & current?

Look up faculty profiles and publications (Google Scholar / SINTA). For Electrical Engineering, look for those researching currently relevant topics:

Renewable energy & smart gridsControl systems & industrial automationPower electronicsSignal processing & communicationsEmbedded systems & IoTRobotics & mechatronicsElectric power systems & protectionArtificial intelligence for embedded systemsElectric vehicles (EV) & charging infrastructureSmart home & building automation

E.g., is there faculty researching AI, or cancer-related topics? Active research topics signal the program keeps up with the field.

ASK AT THE OPEN HOUSE

"What's this program's student–faculty ratio? What research topics are faculty currently working on? What percentage of graduates find field-relevant jobs within 6 months?"

05

Partnerships

GUIDE

Campus partnerships heavily shape internship, research, and career paths. Which partners matter varies by program — here's what's relevant for Electrical Engineering.

Professional certification
Is there a competency certification pathway (PII — Persatuan Insinyur Indonesia, BNSP) facilitated by the campus?
Industrial internships
Is there an internship pathway at EPC, manufacturing, utility, or telecom companies? Does the program participate in MSIB / Kampus Merdeka?
Joint industry research
Is there collaborative research with major companies (PLN, Siemens, ABB, Schneider Electric, Telkom)?
Vendor joint labs
Is there a lab partnership with technology vendors (National Instruments, Texas Instruments, Analog Devices)?
BUMN partnerships
Is there a recruitment pathway or direct partnership with BUMN in the energy and telecommunications sectors?
Competitions & olympiads
Is there support for engineering competitions (Kontes Robot, Electrical Engineering Competition)?

Ask for a list of official partners with active MoUs — not just logos in a brochure. Ask how many students are actually placed each year.

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Career & Salary

DATA
Entry
0–2 years
Rp 5–8 million
per month
Mid
3–6 years
Rp 10–15 million
per month
Senior
7+ years
Rp 15–30 million
per month
Career pathsSalary range /mo
Electrical Engineer Rp 6–12 million
Power Systems Engineer Rp 8–20 million
Control Systems Engineer Rp 7–15 million
Embedded Systems Engineer Rp 7–18 million
Automation Engineer Rp 7–15 million
Project Engineer (EPC) Rp 8–20 million
Telecommunications Engineer Rp 6–14 million
Maintenance Engineer Rp 5–10 million
R&D Engineer Rp 8–18 million
Engineering Consultant Rp 10–25 million

Sources: Myjor 2024 industry salary survey (n=4,200), BPS, and job portals. Figures are medians, influenced by city, company, and experience.

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