Electrical Engineering, B.S.

Learning Goals and Student Learning Outcomes

The following learning goals and learning outcomes have been established for students pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering:

Technical Growth:  Graduates will be successful in modern engineering practice, integrate into the local and global workforce, and contribute to the economy of California and the nation.

• Demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
• Demonstrate the ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data 
• Demonstrate the ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
• Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context

Professional Skills: Graduates will continue to demonstrate the professional skills necessary to be competent employees, assume leadership roles, and have career success and satisfaction.

• Demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
• Demonstrate the ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data 
• Demonstrate the ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
• Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
• Demonstrate the ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice 

Professional Attitude and Citizenship: Graduates will become productive citizens with high ethical and professional standards, who make sound engineering or managerial decisions, and have enthusiasm for the profession and professional growth.

• Demonstrate the ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
• Demonstrate an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively 
• Demonstrate recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning
• Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary issues