阿拉巴马大学

Students who are interested in math and physics are often well-suited for study in electrical and computer engineering. Many ECE students have interests in computing and in hands-on projects with electrical and electronic devices such as household wiring, audiovisual equipment, automobiles, electric motors, and much more. Students develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills throughout their studies. In addition, they develop their ability to apply their knowledge of mathematics, science, and general engineering to attack technical issues associated with electro-technology.

Program Educational Objectives and Program Outcomes

The mission of the undergraduate electrical engineering and computer engineering programs is to provide high-quality and broad-based education in electrical engineering or computer engineering that emphasizes critical thinking and communication skills while preparing graduates for professional careers and lifelong learning. The department has included a process to provide continual improvement of the curricula. Graduates will:

• excel in engineering careers and/or postgraduate education using knowledge of electrical or computer engineering disciplines and underlying fundamental principles of science and mathematics, engineering analysis, problem solving, and design
• expand their knowledge of current and emerging issues in electrical and computer engineering and continue career-long professional development through engagement in lifelong learning
• grow professionally and advance throughout their engineering careers using skills in effective communication; responsible, multidisciplinary teamwork; and adherence to principles of professional accountability and ethics

To facilitate attainment of these career-long objectives, the department has defined a set of program outcomes and associated assessments to demonstrate that, by graduation, students have:

• an ability to apply the necessary knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to analyze and design electrical and electronic devices, as well as software and systems containing hardware and software components, as appropriate to program objectives
• an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data
• an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
• an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
• an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
• an understanding of professional and ethical behavior
• an ability to communicate effectively in oral, written, and graphical formats
• the broad education necessary to understand the impact of electrical or computer engineering solutions in a global, societal, and environmental context consistent with the principles of sustainable development
• a recognition for the need for and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
• a knowledge of contemporary issues
• an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
• for electrical engineering graduates, knowledge of advanced mathematics, typically including differential equations, linear algebra, complex variables, and discrete mathematics; for graduates with the computer engineering option, knowledge of discrete mathematics.

Career Opportunities:

Electrical and Computer Engineering graduates have career opportunities in a number of industries and fields including, but not limited to, computing, communications, manufacturing, maintenance, utilities, aerospace, automotive, defense/military, medical, and consumer products. The degree also provides an excellent background for graduate study in electrical or computer engineering as well as medicine and law.