About the Dept. of Electrical Engineering

About Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineering is a diverse discipline encompassing some of the smallest man-made objects, transistors for computer chips, as well as communication systems that span the earth and reach out into intergalactic space. The invention of the transistor 50 years ago touched off a technological revolution that continues unabated today, including the development of lasers, fiber optics, microcomputers, satellite communications, control systems, and increasingly sophisticated signal processing algorithms, to name but a few areas.

The faculty of the department enhance their teaching activities with a number of active research programs in such areas as digital signal processing, computer engineering, communications, controls, and photonics. Advanced students are encouraged to participate in these research efforts.

Mission of Department of Electrical Engineering

Our mission, in conformity with the mission of the School of Engineering, is:

• To educate well-rounded and conscientious electrical engineers capable of becoming leaders in their profession.
• To carry out basic and applied research leading to new ideas, systems, and devices in electrical engineering and related interdisciplinary areas.
• To offer advice, service, and support to industry, government agencies, schools, community groups and professional societies.
• To insure that the above is carried out in appropriate and modern facilities that are conducive to learning.

Program Educational Objectives

In order to achieve the above-mentioned mission, the faculty and students of the Electrical Engineering department have established the following undergraduate program educational objectives:

• Contribute actively to the field and engage in professional development by participating in professional societies, publishing, attending conferences, seeking patents, taking graduate courses, receiving an advanced degree, attending short courses, and participating in webinars.
• Function effectively in multidisciplinary teams and progress to leadership roles.

ABET Accreditation

The B.E. (E.E.) program is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. More information here ABET.