The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering provides its students the opportunity to apply mathematical and physical concepts to engineering problems early in the curriculum, through laboratory and design experiences.

The Department has been following the philosophy of design across the curriculum for some time. In addition to the strong design experience integrated throughout the required courses, the electives offer students the opportunity to enhance their skills with additional open-ended problem solving. These problems are broad based, incorporating knowledge from specialty areas of communications systems, signal processing, microwave systems, solid state electronics, controls and automation and computer engineering. The computer engineering emphasis is a special component of the electrical engineering program, rounding, out the program by providing the necessary tools to meet the demands of the information age.

The primary objectives of the Department are consonant with those of the School of Engineering. In striving to develop a program of the highest quality, the program seeks to instill in its students the confidence and competence required to meet the challenges associated with careers in electrical engineering.

The primary objectives of the Department are to ensure that graduates of its program:

1. Possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of the basic concepts of electrical engineering;

2. Develop an ordered and logical approach to engineering problem solving;

3. Possess an effective command of oral and written communication skills

4. Are motivated to continue their professional growth and development through both formal and informal studies.