Mar 28, 2024  
Loyola Marymount University Bulletin 2019-2020 
    
Loyola Marymount University Bulletin 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Electrical Engineering, B.S.E.


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The electrical engineering curriculum consists of classroom and laboratory experiences related to the design and analysis of digital and analog circuits and systems. Advanced topics in electromagnetics and communications are included. The curriculum allows students to take courses in emerging fields such as image processing, machine learning and optical engineering. A rigorous laboratory sequence emphasizes design, as well as oral and written communication skills.

Design Experience


Design is interwoven throughout the electrical engineering curriculum, culminating in a formal senior design project course. Freshman and sophomore engineering courses provide an introduction to design. The two junior and first-semester senior laboratory courses extend this design experience to the integration of material from the upper division electrical engineering courses. Finally, the senior design project experience builds on the analytical and theoretical background developed throughout the curriculum as well as topics covered in the University’s Core curriculum.

Accreditation


The Electrical Engineering undergraduate program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.

Program Educational Objectives


The Electrical Engineering undergraduate program has established the following program educational objectives that are consistent with the mission of the University and the Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering. The objectives describe the expected accomplishments of graduates during the first several years following graduation. Graduates of the Electrical Engineering program will:

  1. Perform effectively as practicing engineers and/or successfully undertake graduate study in electrical engineering or related fields;
  2. Meet the challenges of the future through continuing professional growth; and
  3. Exhibit concern for service and justice through leadership within their profession, as well as the community as a whole.

These program educational objectives were established in consultation with the constituents of the program and are met by providing a curriculum which has both breadth and depth. Engineering science and design, mathematics, and basic sciences are significant components of the Electrical Engineering program. In addition to these traditional technical courses, and in keeping with the Jesuit tradition of educating the whole person, the curriculum includes core requirements in the humanities, communications, and the fine arts.

Opportunities for involvement in professional societies, student design competitions, and University co-curricular activities are plentiful and help to accomplish these objectives.

Student Outcomes


The Electrical Engineering undergraduate program has established the following student outcomes. These student outcomes describe the expected knowledge and skills of graduates at the time of graduation.

  1. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
  2. an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
  3. 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
  4. an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
  5. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
  6. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
  7. an ability to communicate effectively
  8. the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
  9. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage, in life-long learning
  10. a knowledge of contemporary issues
  11. an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Transfer Requirements


Students interested in transferring into the Electrical Engineering undergraduate program must complete CHEM 111 , CHEM 114 , MATH 131 , MATH 132 , and PHYS 101  (or their equivalents) with a minimum grade of C (2.0) in each course before being considered. Final approval of the transfer request resides with the Department Chairperson or Electrical Engineering Program Director.

Graduation Requirements for the Electrical Engineering B.S.E. (Electrical Engineering)


The Electrical Engineering undergraduate program allows for two curricular emphases, one in Electrical Engineering and one in Computer Engineering. The emphasis in Electrical Engineering is described below. The description of the Computer Engineering emphasis follows.

Department criteria for graduation include (1) completion of at least 128 semester hours covering all requirements below, with (2) a minimum of 45 semester hours of upper division courses, and (3) a grade point average of C (2.0) in the upper division courses (excluding core).

The Electrical Engineering emphasis requires the following courses to be completed:

Electrical Engineering B.S.E. (Electrical Engineering) Curriculum


The typical course of study leading to the B.S.E. degree in Electrical Engineering with the Electrical Engineering emphasis is as follows:

Freshman Year


Fall Semester


Total: 14-15 semester hours

Spring Semester


Total: 17-18 semester hours

Sophomore Year


Fall Semester


Total: 17-18 semester hours

Spring Semester


Total: 15-16 semester hours

Junior Year


Fall Semester


Total: 15-17 semester hours

Spring Semester


Total: 15-16 semester hours

Senior Year


Fall Semester


Total: 14 semester hours

Spring Semester


Total: 15-16 semester hours

Graduation Requirements for the Electrical Engineering B.S.E. (Computer Engineering)


Department criteria for graduation include (1) completion of at least 128 semester hours covering all requirements below, with (2) a minimum of 45 hours of upper division courses, and (3) a grade point average of a C (2.0) in the upper division major courses (excluding core).

The Computer Engineering emphasis requires the following courses to be completed:

Electrical Engineering B.S.E. (Computer Engineering) Curriculum


The typical course of study leading to the B.S.E. degree in Electrical Engineering with the Computer Engineering emphasis is as follows:

Freshman Year


Fall Semester


Total: 14-15 semester hours

Spring Semester


Total: 17-18 semester hours

Sophomore Year


Fall Semester


Total: 17-18 semester hours

Spring Semester


Total: 15-16 semester hours

Junior Year


Fall Semester


Total: 15-16 semester hours

Spring Semester


Total: 15-16 semester hours

Senior Year


Fall Semester


Total: 14-15 semester hours

Spring Semester


Total: 15-16 semester hours

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