Program Objectives and Outcomes

Mission Statement

The mission of the FSU "Bachelor of Science in Engineering" program is to provide excellent undergraduate education in engineering, to establish close partnership with and facilitate technology transfers to industry and government, to contribute to economic development within the state of Maryland, and to provide related service to the campus community and community at large.

Program Educational Objectives

A few years after graduation, graduates of the B.S. Engineering with Electrical Engineering concentration program at AACC will:

  1. Perform effectively as competent professionals in careers aligned with Electrical Engineering, demonstrating technical proficiency and adaptability in diverse industries.
  2. Apply analytical and design skills to develop innovative and practical solutions to complex real-world challenges, contributing to technological advancement and product development.
  3. Demonstrate professionalism and global awareness through effective teamwork, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clear communication with technical and non-technical audiences.
  4. Exhibit ethical and responsible decision-making in leadership or supervisory roles, grounded in integrity and societal impact.
  5. Pursue lifelong learning by expanding their technical expertise, staying current with emerging trends in their discipline, and engaging in professional development or advanced education.

Student Outcomes

The student outcomes for the Electrical Engineering Program at AACC are as follows:

  1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
  2. 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.
  3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
  7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.