Electrical Engineering
Mission, Educational Objectives and Program Outcomes
Mission
The mission of the School of ENCS is to provide high-quality education that prepares graduates for success in professional practice and advanced studies. The School provides this education through small-size undergraduate and graduate programs that allow close interaction between faculty and students. Additionally, the School's mission includes performance of applied as well as fundamental research through engagement with area industry and the pursuit of scholarly activities by its faculty.
Educational Objectives
The goal of our program is to prepare our graduates for successful professional practice and advanced studies by providing a broad education in electrical engineering and by offering the opportunity to deepen their technical understanding in a particular concentration area of related technical electives.
Our graduates will:
1. Apply technical knowledge and skills as electrical engineers to provide optimal solutions in industrial and government organizations.
2. Utilize effective communication, team, and project management skills to work productively within their professions and communities.
3. Conduct themselves as responsible professionals making contributions in technology for the greater benefit of society.
4. Pursue professional development and/or graduate studies to meet the challenging demands and increasing responsibilities of a successful career.
Program Outcomes
Our students will have:
A. Knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering principles and the ability to apply this knowledge for solving problems.
B. Ability to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data.
C. Ability to design and realize electrical components, systems, or processes to meet desired needs and realistic constraints.
D. Ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
E. Ability to identify, formulate and solve problems encountered in the practice of electrical engineering.
F. Understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
G. Ability to communicate effectively.
H. Ability to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental and societal context.
I. Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
J. Knowledge of contemporary issues.
K. Ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for electrical engineering practice.