About Electrical and Computer Engineering

What is electrical engineering and what is computer engineering?

Electrical and computer engineering are closely related fields, both rooted in mathematics, science and engineering. Students trained to be electrical or computer engineers can pursue careers in information assurance, microelectronics and computer networks, communications, controls and signal processing. Electrical engineering deals specifically with the study and application of electricity, electronics and electromagnetism in areas that affect power, electronics, control systems, signal processing and telecommunications. Computer engineering combines both electrical engineering and computer science and involves software design and hardware-software integration.

Educational Mission and Goals

Our mission is service to the instruction and discipline of electrical and computer engineering; research to advance and aid in the economic development of the state and country; and service the university, region, state and country.

Our students can earn degrees in both electrical or computer engineering at the undergraduate and master's levels, or a doctorate in electrical engineering.

Objectives

The ECE Program Educational Objectives describe what graduates of the program are expected to accomplish within five years of graduation. Graduates of the Electrical and Computer Engineering programs should demonstrate progress in three areas:

• Engagement: Graduates will be engaged in a career that utilizes the skills and knowledge gained in their undergraduate engineering program.
• Expertise: Graduates will pursue further professional credentials, such as advanced degrees and professional registration, and will assume increased responsibility in their organization.
• Learning: Graduates will gain further knowledge relevant to their career through independent learning and continuing education.

Outcomes

1. The ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering
2. The ability to apply probability and statistics in electrical engineering applications
3. The ability to use modern techniques, skills and tools necessary for electrical engineering practice
4. The ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
5. The ability to analyze electronic devices, software components and systems containing hardware and software
6. The ability to design hardware and software components, as well as the ability to integrate these components into systems that meet required specifications
7. The ability to identify, formulate and solve electrical engineering problems
8. The ability to function as an engineer on multi-disciplinary teams
9. The ability to identify and discuss the professional and ethical responsibilities of an engineer
10. The ability to communicate effectively in written and oral formats
11. A broad education and knowledge of contemporary issues necessary to explain the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context
12. A recognition of the need for, and the ability to engage in, life-long learning