Engineering: Programs
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Mission Statement
The mission of the Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering programs is to foster in each student an ability and enthusiasm to work wisely, creatively, and effectively for the betterment of humankind, thereby promoting future success in the profession. Central to the programs are certain principles, including the importance of collaboration, the discovery and sharing of knowledge, the appreciation of ethical, safety, and economic concerns, and the need for life-long learning and advanced study.
Computer Engineering
The application of computer-based technology is growing at a phenomenal rate. In fact, it pervades our lives. As a result, there is ongoing demand for engineers who can build complex systems which integrate computer hardware and software. This has given rise to the field of Computer Engineering. By combining the core courses in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, the Computer Engineering curriculum prepares students to enter this challenging new field.
A liberal choice of technical electives accommodates a broad spectrum of educational objectives. Those wishing to prepare for an advanced degree may do so by selecting advanced theoretical courses in computer science or electrical engineering. Those wishing to obtain breadth in general engineering practice may do so by choosing electives in engineering science or other engineering disciplines.
Four-Year Program in Computer Engineering
The curriculum for the first year is common to all branches of engineering. In order to enable a student to test his or her interest in Computer Engineering, the student takes designated courses from the Computer Engineering course offerings in the sophomore year. Advances in communications technologies are a key reason for current growth of computer engineering. With its course offerings in telecommunications, the computer engineering curriculum puts emphasis on understanding communications systems including computer networks and wireless systems. A liberal choice of technical electives accommodates a broad spectrum of educational objectives. A representative four-year program is shown below.
Computer Engineering
| FIRST YEAR | Credits | SECOND YEAR | Credits |
| CHEM 101 | 4 | MATH 201, 203 | 6 |
| ENGL 110 | 3 | CMPT 101, 102 | 6 |
| ENGS 115,116 | 6 | PHYS 102 | 4 |
| MATH 103, 104 | 6 | CMPT 334 | 3 |
| PHYS 101 | 4 | EECE 203, 229, 230 | 10 |
| RELS 110 | 3 | ENGL Elective | 3 |
| HSS Electives | 6 | Total | 32 |
| Total | 32 | ||
| THIRD YEAR | Credits | FOURTH YEAR | Credits |
| EECE 303, 304 | 6 | CMPE 410, 411 | 6 |
| EECE 305, 306 | 6 | CMPE 470 | 4 |
| EECE 315 | 4 | EECE 471 | 3 |
| CMPT 335, 360 | 6 | CMPT 438, 353, 312 | 9 |
| EECE 317, 318 | 2 | Tech Electives | 6 |
| RELS Elective | 3 | HSS Electives | 3 |
| ENGS 205 | 3 | RELS Elective | 3 |
| HSS Elective | 3 | Total | 34 |
| Total | 33 | ||
| Total credits for graduation: | 131 |
Electrical Engineering
Wide in scope and variety, Electrical Engineering ranges from design of solid state devices and increasingly complex microcircuits to design of communication systems or large scale power generating equipment and plants to meet society’s accelerating demand for clean energy. The fundamental principles of information processing and control inherent in an electrical engineer’s background find applications in such diverse areas as industry and medicine.
The Electrical Engineering program emphasizes strength in electrical circuits and electromagnetic theory as a framework for courses in electronics, energy conversion, computers, automation and engineering systems. Laboratory courses provide design experience, stress principles, methods, accuracy of measurements and the limitations of electrical instruments and measuring devices. Senior research and design projects offer opportunities for creative work with personal guidance.
Four-Year Program in
Electrical Engineering
The curriculum for the first year is common to all branches of engineering. In order to enable a student to test his or her interest in Electrical Engineering, the student takes designated courses from the Electrical Engineering course offerings in the sophomore year. The junior and senior years allow for concentrated studies in the areas of electrical circuits and electromagnetic theory as a framework for courses in electronics, power systems, computers, automation and engineering systems. Laboratory courses provide design experience, stress principles, methods, accuracy of measurements and the limitations of electrical instruments and measuring devices. Senior research and design projects offer opportunities for creative work with personal guidance by a faculty member. A representative four-year program is shown below.
Electrical Engineering
| FIRST YEAR | Credits | SECOND YEAR | Credits |
| CHEM 101 | 4 | MATH 201, 203 | 6 |
| ENGL 110 | 3 | PHYS 102 | 4 |
| ENGS 115, 116 | 6 | ENGS 205 | 3 |
| MATH 103, 104 | 6 | ELEC 202, EECE 203, 229, 230 | 13 |
| PHYS 101 | 4 | RELS Elective | 3 |
| RELS 110 | 3 | ENGL Elective | 3 |
| HSS Electives | 6 | Total | 32 |
| Total | 32 | ||
| THIRD YEAR | Credits | FOURTH YEAR | Credits |
| EECE 303, 304 | 6 | ELEC 408 | 3 |
| EECE 305, 306 | 6 | ELEC 409 | 3 |
| ELEC 310, 316, EECE 315 | 10 | ELEC 433, 456 | 6 |
| EECE 317, 318 | 2 | ELEC 417, 4181 | 4 |
| ELEC 307 | 3 | ELEC Electives | 12 |
| RELS Elective | 3 | Free Elective | 3 |
| HSS Elective | 3 | HSS Electives | 3 |
| Total | 33 | Total | 34 |
| Total credits for graduation: | 131 |
1 Elec 419 and 420 may be substituted with the permission of the Department Chair.