The Scientific Degree:
The department awards a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering after completing (166) credit hours distributed according to the study plan. The student must also finish the summer training for eight weeks for those who have completed (112) credit hours. The student must also do a two-semester research project after completed (132) credit hours.
Program Mission:
Providing a high-quality educational program in the field of electrical engineering that meets national and international standards, through an academic environment that encourages community partnership in support of the knowledge economy of KSA.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs):
The Electrical Engineering Program expects the graduates within a few years of graduation to attain the following PEOs:
PEO1: Work as professional electrical engineers in their field of specialization.
PEO2: Continue improving their skills and acquiring knowledge about new technologies in their field of specialization.
PEO3: Advance in their careers and attain leadership roles.
Student Outcomes (SOs):
The ABET Student Outcomes (1) through (7) criteria which encompass the knowledge, skills, and capabilities that the Electrical Engineering Program expects students to have attained by the time of their graduation are:
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an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics. |
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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. |
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an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. |
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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. |
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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. |
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an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions. |
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an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. |