Learning Outcomes

The department expects undergraduate majors in the program to be able to demonstrate the following learning outcomes. These learning outcomes are used in evaluating students and the department’s undergraduate program. The educational objectives of the program are:

• Technical knowledge: Provide an understanding of electrical engineering principles and the required supporting knowledge of computing, engineering fundamentals, mathematics, and science. The program must include depth in at least one disciplinary area, including hardware and software, information systems and science, physical technology and science, bio-electronics and bio-imaging, energy and environment, or music (signal processing and transducers).

• Laboratory and design skills: Develop the essential skills to perform and design experimental projects. Develop the ability to formulate problems and projects and to plan a process for preparing solutions, taking advantage of diverse technical knowledge and skills.

• Communications skills: Develop the ability to organize and present information and to write and speak effective English.

• Preparation for further study: Provide sufficient breadth and depth for successful subsequent graduate study, postgraduate study, or lifelong learning programs.

• Preparation for the profession: Provide an appreciation for the broad spectrum of issues arising in professional practice, including economics, ethics, leadership, professional organizations, safety, service, and teamwork.