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Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering PLOs

Electrical Engineering BS

  1. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
  2. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
  3. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
  4. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
  5. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
  6. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
  7. An ability to communicate effectively
  8. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
  9. Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
  10. Knowledge of contemporary issues
  11. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

Computer Systems Engineering BS

  1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
  2. An ability to apply the engineering design process to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration for public health and safety, and global, cultural, social, environmental, economic, and other factors as appropriate to the discipline.
  3. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
  4. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
  5. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
  6. An ability to recognize the ongoing need to acquire new knowledge, to choose appropriate learning strategies, and to apply this knowledge.
  7. An ability to function effectively as a member or leader of a team that establishes goals, plans tasks, meets deadlines, and creates a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Electrical and Computer Engineering MS

  1. Demonstrate mastery in a specific sub-field within electrical and computer engineering.
  2. Conduct research and development in a specific sub-field within electrical and computer engineering, including analysis and critical evaluation of existing technical solutions.
  3. Effectively communicate their research in oral and written form.
  4. Use basic electrical engineering concepts to solve problems and to critically evaluate the applicability and relevance of those solutions in coursework.

Electrical and Computer Engineering MENGR

  1. Demonstrate mastery in a specific sub-field within electrical and computer engineering.
  2. Use basic electrical engineering concepts to solve problems and to critically evaluate the applicability and relevance of those solutions in coursework.
  3. Effectively communicate engineering concepts in oral and written form.

Electrical and Computer Engineering PhD

  1. Independently formulate an advanced research plan
  2. Conduct independent research at an advanced level in a specialized area
  3. Perform within a team environment to solve advanced engineering problems
  4. Perform research in a professional, ethical and reliable manner
  5. Provide knowledge at the highest level within their discipline
  6. Communicate a research plan in oral and written forms
  7. Effectively disseminate and communicate research findings to peers and the scientific community