SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
Electrical Engineering Educational Objectives
The educational objectives of the Penn State Erie Electrical Engineering Program are to produce graduates:
A. with a broad-based electrical engineering education based on a solid core of mathematics, physical science, and engineering science.
B. that are versed in a wide range of topics spanned by the electrical engineering discipline, and also have in-depth technical knowledge in selected areas.
C. that can demonstrate independent thinking, are problem-solvers, and are competent in electrical engineering design.
D. that can employ computers and experimental methods to solve engineering problems.
E. that are able to function on engineering teams and are able to effectively communicate their ideas.
F. that are prepared for a lifelong productive career in professional practice or graduate school.
Electrical Engineering Educational Outcomes
Graduates of the program are expected to demonstrate:
a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
c) an 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.
d) an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
g) an ability to communicate effectively.
h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
j) a knowledge of contemporary issues.
k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tolls necessary for engineering practice.
l) knowledge of probability and statistics, including applications appropriate to the program name and objectives; and
m) knowledge of mathematics through differential and integral calculus, basic sciences, computer science, and engineering sciences necessary to analyze and design complex electrical and electronic devices, software, and
n) systems containing hardware and software components, as appropriate to program objectives.
o) knowledge of advanced mathematics, typically including differential equations, linear algebra, complex variables, and discrete mathematics.