Undergraduate Students
At MSU, undergraduates not only acquire electrical and computer engineering
theory, but have the opportunity to explore and promote how engineering
makes a difference. These differences could lie in communication systems,
medical endeavors, saving earth resources, and more. As a result, students
will find that this field is inter-disciplinary with other science or
engineering fields. You could be working with a mechanical engineer
on a new car design, or a biologist creating a microrobot that can enter
the human body to diagnose and fight disease.
Throughout an undergraduate's academic career in electrical or computer
engineering at MSU and beyond, the student will learn how to:
- identify, formulate and solve engineering problems;
- design and conduct laboratory experiments to investigate and test
the characteristics and dynamics of systems and components;
- participate effectively within and cross disciplinary groups and
understand the value of teaming;
- be proficient in the oral and written communication of your work
and ideas;
- understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and
societal context;
- recognize the need for and the ability to engage in life-long learning;
- understand contemporary issues relevant to the practice of electrical
or computer engineering; and
- conduct yourself in accordance with the highest professional ethical
standards.
MSU electrical and computer engineering students have
gone on into careers in: manufacturing; research; service (consultants,
Hollywood, etc.); bio-medical; semi-conductors; aerospace; energy and
electric power; telecommunications; and computers.
Computer
Engineering
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.
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.
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