Information for Prospective Undergraduate Students:
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Information for Current Undergraduate Students:
The Electrical & Computer Engineering department offers two bachelor's degrees, one in Computer Engineering and the other in Electrical Engineering.
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Click here for the Computer Engineering Bachelors Degree (CPE)
Computer engineering (CPE) is a branch of engineering that encompasses the theory, design, and applications of computers and information processing techniques. The CPE curriculum is more hardware-oriented, including electronics theory and application, than the computer science curriculum. Students acquire a common background with computer science (CSE) students in the fundamental areas of programming, architecture, and organization of digital computers, data structures, principles of software design, and elements of theory of computation. Students obtain a strong mathematical foundation and hands-on experience in microprocessor design. Program strengths at MSU include the major engineering design experience; integration of hardware/software issues, especially in the context of embedded systems; use of contemporary engineering design and modeling tools throughout the curriculum; and advanced engineering design options in hardware, software and communications. This program is interdepartmental with Computer Science and Engineering.
CPE Degree Requirement CPE Prerequisite Flowchart
Click here for the Electrical Engineering Bachelors Degree (EE)
The electrical engineering (EE) curriculum encompasses a broad background in the analysis and synthesis of electrical and electronic circuits and devices, in the mathematical tools necessary for signal processing, and in the design and analysis of modern electrical systems. At MSU, students obtain a extensive insight into Electrical Engineering through courses and laboratory experience that include understanding contemporary issues that have global and societal impact. In addition, students have the opportunity to participate in major engineering design experiences that are offered through formalized courses, engineering extracurricular activities and research with faculty.
EE Degree Requirement EE Prerequisite Flowchart
Program Educational Objectives:
Electrical Engineering:
The undergraduate program in electrical engineering focuses on the design and analysis of electrical and electronic circuits, devices and systems including power, control, communication and signal processing. The program prepares its graduates for a variety of career paths including engineering positions directly after program completion, entry to engineering graduate school, and entry to other professional graduate-level schools, and eventual leadership in scientific, technical, academic, governmental, and entrepreneurial arenas.
Specifically, the electrical engineering program graduates will:
- be independent and critical thinkers who develop effective solutions to problems in electrical engineering;
- be competent and ethical electrical engineers contributing in diverse technological fields;
- continue to grow their technical expertise through lifelong learning and professional development;
- use their expertise to the benefit of the larger community.
Computer Engineering:
The undergraduate program in computer engineering focuses on the theory, design, and applications of digital computers, principles of software design and integration of hardware with software. The program prepares its graduates for a variety of career paths including engineering positions directly after program completion, entry to engineering graduate school, and entry to other professional graduate-level schools, and eventual leadership in scientific, technical, academic, governmental, and entrepreneurial arenas.
Specifically, the computer engineering program graduates will:
- apply critical thinking to develop effective solutions to problems in computer engineering;
- be competent and ethical computer engineers practicing in diverse applications;
- continually increase their technical expertise through lifelong learning and professional development;
- use their expertise to the benefit of the larger community.
Student Outcomes:
Electrical Engineering student outcomes:
(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.
Computer Engineering student outcomes:
(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.
