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Computer Engineering Program Outcomes

In order to measure the effectiveness of the program in addressing these objectives, the Computer Engineering program has identified ten learning outcomes that are periodically assessed.
Graduates of the program must have:

  1. The ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering and statistics to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems.
  2. The ability to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data.
  3. The ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs, including hardware and software within realistic constraints, such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability.
  4. The ability to use modern engineering tools and techniques to analyze electronics and computer systems.
  5. The ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
  6. The understanding of professional and ethical responsibility as engineers
  7. The ability to communicate effectively and present findings of engineering projects clearly, both verbal and in writing.
  8. The ability to comprehend the impact of engineering designs and solutions in global and societal contexts.
  9. The commitment to lifelong learning and a desire to keep abreast of the latest developments in the engineering field
  10. The knowledge of contemporary issues and the understanding of the role of the computer engineer in contemporary society

The program outcomes are derived from the program objectives and the University's and Department's missions.

The implementation of these desired outcomes is accomplished through the students' four-year immersion in the curriculum and in extracurricular activities. The Computer Engineering Program at VSU supports these learning outcomes by offering a complete curriculum of computer engineering courses. In addition to these courses, students have many opportunities to participate in a variety of activities offered by the program and the Department of Engineering and Technology.

Click here for an implementation matrix that shows where (program courses and activities) the student develops the desired knowledge and skills to achieve the desired outcomes.