B.S. in Electrical Engineering

The mission of the Electrical Engineering program is to prepare graduates for a professional career in (a) traditional electrical engineering positions or (b) other positions that require quantitative problem-solving skills and a working knowledge of modern electrical engineering. Graduates will be knowledgeable of and proficient in electrical circuits, computer systems, digital and linear electronics, electromagnetic engineering, signal analysis, and electrical laboratory methods.

Graduates will have:

An ability to design and analyze advanced and complex systems in at least two of the following additional areas of specialization:

Electrical Power Systems,
Solid-state devices and circuits,
Control components and systems,
Communication and information systems and signals,
Computer architecture, hardware, and software,
Electromagnetic engineering techniques,
This ability will include the integration of thoroughly mastered mathematics and science in the solving of engineering problems.
A proficiency with experimental instrumentation and techniques spanning areas of electrical and electronic circuits, electrical energy systems, and digital or electronic or communication or control systems. This proficiency will include the ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as ability to analyze and interpret data.
A proficiency in engineering design of a system, component, or process to meet desired needs.
An ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, with special emphasis on technical writing.
An ability to interact effectively with other people by providing experience in working with other students in teams as both a team leader and a team member.
An understanding and appreciation of one’s professional and ethical responsibility and historical and contemporary global and societal issues.
A recognition of the need for and ability to engage in life-long learning.