About Us

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering educates students at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels to prepare them for careers in electrical and computer engineering and related professions. Guided by the Jesuit tradition, we strive to form engineers who contribute meaningfully to society and advance the common good.

We provide students with a strong foundation in the fundamental principles of electricity and magnetism, equipping them with the concepts and tools needed to understand and shape the physical world. Through hands-on application, students learn to solve complex engineering problems while thoughtfully considering the societal impact and ethical responsibilities of their work.

Through excellence in teaching, professional practice, and scholarship, the Department contributes to the continued innovation and vitality of Silicon Valley and the broader global community.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering offers undergraduate degrees in Electrical Engineering and in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Although the specific curriculum requirements for each degree differ, both programs share the same Program Educational Objectives and Student Outcomes.

The Department has established four Program Educational Objectives. Within two to five years of graduation, our alumni will have:

1. Established themselves as successful professionals, applying fundamental principles of electrical and computer engineering, along with sound engineering practices, to solve practical problems in engineering or related fields.

2. Demonstrated effective teamwork and communication skills, collaborating productively with diverse teams to address complex engineering and multidisciplinary challenges.

3. Exercised ethical responsibility and leadership, recognizing the engineer’s obligation to design and develop technologies that positively impact society, providing thoughtful guidance on technological advancements, and acting with integrity, wisdom, courage, and compassion.

4. Embraced lifelong learning, driven by intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous professional and personal growth for the betterment of society.

Graduates of the program will demonstrate:

1. The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

2. The ability to apply engineering design principles to develop solutions that meet specified needs while considering public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.

3. The ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences in both technical and non-technical contexts.

4. The ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering practice and to make informed judgments that consider the global, economic, environmental, and societal impacts of engineering solutions.

5. The ability to function effectively on multidisciplinary teams, contributing leadership, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, establishing goals, planning tasks, and achieving shared objectives.

6. The ability to design and conduct appropriate experiments, analyze and interpret data, and apply sound engineering judgment to draw meaningful conclusions.

7. The ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies to support continued professional growth.