Electrical Engineering Technology

Program Educational Objectives  

The objectives of the Electrical Engineering Technology Program are to:

1. educate students to be practical and qualified engineering technologists
2. graduate students who have problem solving ability and technical hands-on skills to enter professional careers
3. graduate students who are knowledgeable in design, application, installation, manufacturing, operation and/or maintenance of electrical/ electronics systems.

Graduates will be socially and professionally responsible and possess skills for life-long learning. To continuously improve the quality of education, the program utilizes input from employers, alumni, and an industry advisory board.

The EET program offers three options:

1. Control Systems
2. Electronic Systems
3. Computer Systems

Accreditation: The EET program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET), 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012.

 

The EET Program graduates shall have:

A. an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills and modem tools of electrical engineering,

B. an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering and technology,

C. an ability to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments and apply experimental results to improve processes,

D. an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives,

E. an ability to function effectively on teams,

F. an ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems,

G. an ability to communicate effectively,

H. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning,

I. an ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities,

J. a respect for diversity and a knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues, and

K. a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.