The electrical engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. ABET is the recognized accreditor for college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering and technology and is among the most respected accreditation organizations in the United States.

Electrical Engineering Program Educational Objectives

The objectives of the Electrical Engineering program at the University of Florida are to enable students so that within a few years of graduation, they:

1. Have successful careers providing leadership in a dynamic industry that is global, multi-disciplinary, and evolving;
2. Are excelling in the top advanced studies programs in the world

Electrical Engineering Outcomes

The faculty have adopted the engineering criteria 1 – 7 outcomes, namely:

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

Electrical Engineering Enrollment and Degree Data