Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is to offer baccalaureate degree programs of excellence in electrical engineering and computer engineering that serve the needs of the West Florida region, the state, and the nation. The goal of the baccalaureate degree programs is to prepare students to embark upon a professional career in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or to pursue graduate study. The Bachelor of Science degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering are offered under a co-operative arrangement between the University of West Florida and the University of Florida. Both degrees are awarded by the University of Florida and are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET).

Goals

The goal of the baccalaureate degree programs is to prepare students to embark upon a professional career in electrical or computer engineering, or to begin graduate study. The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Department at the University of West Florida also takes an active role in interacting with practicing engineers who supply information pertinent to our program content so as to insure our students are prepared to enter the engineering profession. Such interaction with engineers and employers also facilitates program development that addresses the continuing education needs of our community.

Electrical Engineering Program Objectives

Graduates will be known for their accomplishments in the early stage of their careers and they should:

• Develop electrical engineering solutions either individually or through interdisciplinary teams within a global and societal context.
• Professionally and ethically, engage in technical or business activity through engineering ability, communication skills, and knowledge.
• Continue professional growth through post-graduate education, continuing education, or professional activity.
• Contribute to the Northwest Florida regional economic development.

Initially Approved on September 26, 1997
Revised and Approved on September 21, 1998
Revised and Approved on March 18, 2005
Revised and Approved on November 18, 2005

Computer Engineering Program Objectives

Graduates will be known for their accomplishments in the early stage of their careers and they should:

• Develop computer engineering solutions either individually or through interdisciplinary teams and act accordingly within a global and societal context.
• Professionally and ethically, engage in technical or business activity through engineering ability, communication skills, and knowledge.
• Continue professional growth through post-graduate education, continuing education, or professional activity.
• Contribute to the Northwest Florida regional economic development.

Initially Approved on March 8, 1999
Revised and Approved on March 18, 2005
Revised and Approved on November 18, 2005

Accreditation

Our degree programs are accredited by ABET, Inc. ABET is the recognized accreditor for college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering and technology and is among the most respected accreditation organizations in the United States. ABET accreditation is assurance that a college or a university program meets the quality standards established by the profession for which it prepares its students. For example, an accredited engineering program must meet the quality standards set by the engineering profession. An accredited computer science program must meet the quality standards set by the computing profession. More information about the mission, structure, members of the ABET and its commissions can be found at its website http://www.abet.org. ABET can be contacted at:

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