Electrical and Computer Engineering Assessment

Program Educational Objectives

Within three to five years of graduation, alumni of the Electrical and Computer Engineering program at Slippery Rock University are expected to:

• Demonstrate professional competence by applying electrical and computer engineering principles to the analysis, design, and implementation of systems and technologies in fields such as power systems, electronics, embedded systems, and computing.
• Advance in their careers through professional practice, leadership roles, or continued education in engineering, computer science, or related disciplines.
• Engage in lifelong learning and innovation by keeping pace with emerging technologies, pursuing professional certifications, and participating in ongoing technical and professional development.
• Exhibit professionalism, ethical responsibility, and global awareness in addressing societal challenges through sustainable and inclusive engineering solutions.

Student Outcomes

The student outcomes (SOs) of Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering includes:

1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. 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
5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

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