Eastern Michigan University electrical and computer engineering undergrad program earns accreditation from the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology

YPSILANTI — The Eastern Michigan University Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (BSECE) program has received accreditation from the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET).

The Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (BSECE) program prepares engineers for interesting and challenging positions in diverse fields of electrical and computer engineering from automotive, energy, communication to consumer electronics such as smartphones, tablets, computers and appliances. This is the second engineering program to earn this accreditation. The Mechanical Engineering program gained this accreditation in 2020.

“The list of accredited programs in the GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology is ever growing and a direct reflection of the hard work of our faculty and our commitment to being a leader in shaping the next generation of engineers and ensuring the best quality education for our students,” said Mohamed Qatu, dean of the GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology. “This program prepares graduates to be at the forefront of designing the next generation of electrical and computer devices.”

The mission of the BSECE program at EMU is to provide a high-quality, application-oriented education, which develops future professionals who will improve the design and development of existing and new technologies. The goal of the program is to provide college graduates with the skills needed to successfully enter the workforce, the potential to grow with the needs of the advancement of technology, and to educate future leaders in the profession. The faculty in the program are committed to providing service and leadership in the promotion and advancement of the educational goals of the University.

For more information about the EMU GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology, visit the college’s homepage.

About Eastern Michigan University

Founded in 1849, Eastern is the second oldest public university in Michigan. It currently serves more than 16,000 students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, specialist, doctoral and certificate degrees in the arts, sciences and professions. In all, more than 300 majors, minors and concentrations are delivered through the University's Colleges of Arts and Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering and Technology; Health and Human Services; and its graduate school. EMU is regularly recognized by national publications for its excellence, diversity, and commitment to applied education. For more information about Eastern Michigan University, visit the University's website.

September 30, 2021

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