Undergraduate Programs

What is Computer Engineering?

Computer engineers deal with both software and hardware. As a computer engineer, you could design entire computer systems and networks, making sure that the hardware, or physical equipment, is capable of running the appropriate software. You might build devices such as retinal scanners that identify people by checking their eyes, or you could design computers that are incorporated into prosthetic devices to aide people with disabilities. Those who continue onward to obtain a graduate degree in either computer science or computer engineering learn to advance the frontiers of science. With an MS or PhD, you will invent the new technologies that enable the next generation of software and computing devices.

What is Computer Science?

Computer scientists specialize in the software side of computing, focusing on writing new programs that allow computer applications to run faster and more efficiently. You might work for a security company, creating technology that reduces the risks of viruses and hackers, or develop flight simulation exercises that allow airline pilots to practice managing flight problems. Those who continue onward to obtain a graduate degree in either computer science or computer engineering learn to advance the frontiers of science. With an MS or PhD, you will invent the new technologies that enable the next generation of software and computing devices.

What is Electrical Engineering?

Electrical engineering is a dynamic field focused on designing, developing, and improving electrical systems and devices that power our modern world. From renewable energy technologies and power grids to electronics and telecommunications, electrical engineers create the technology that drives everything from smartphones to spacecraft. Students in this discipline learn the foundations of electricity, circuitry, and computational methods, gaining the skills to innovate in fields like energy, automation, and communications. With applications in countless industries, a degree in electrical engineering offers opportunities to shape the future through technology.

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E-Mail: eecs@uark.edu
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Why Choose this Degree

Electrons and computers are fundamental to our society, helping people connect as they move through the world by transmitting both power and information. The way we generate and use energy, as well as how we process and communicate information, is evolving rapidly—becoming faster, more efficient, and safer for the environment. This transformation presents exciting opportunities for those pursuing degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Computer Engineering. Students in these programs can find themselves learning about artificial intelligence, smart electrical grids to conserve energy, terahertz imaging, sustainable power sources, big data, telecommunications, signal processing, cybersecurity, and much more.

The applications of an electrical engineering, computer science, or computer engineering degree are almost limitless. Professionals in this field will write code that keeps data secure. They build devices and networks to put this code into action. They will create the next generation of mobile devices that are smaller, faster, and more efficient. They will make tiny circuits to enormous power grids. EECS students will have the tools to build the future.

A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering provides the skills and knowledge needed to be at the cutting edge of these fields, driving innovations that transform and improve our world.

Electrical Engineering at UAFS

The Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department at the University of Arkansas offers an Electrical Engineering degree program through a remote campus at The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith in Fort Smith, Arkansas (UAFS). This allows for small class sizes and gives students the opportunity to collaborate with their professors and peers. UAFS has built a reputation as a regional destination for high-quality, affordable education where diverse groups of aspirational students thrive and excel. During their Junior year, the students begin taking courses remotely in a live distance learning environment. Through these remote synchronous classes, UAFS students receive the same quality education as those in Fayetteville, including in-person labs and direct access to research and internship opportunities.

Upon graduation, the students will receive an associate degree from UAFS and an ABET accredited bachelor's degree from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville.

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Program Educational Objectives

B.S. degree program in computer science, the following set of program educational objectives describe what graduates are expected to attain within a few years after graduation. Computer Science graduates will:

Enhance Arkansas’ and the nation’s information technology industry.
Engage in advanced study of Computer Science and other fields, including engineering, law, medicine, and business.
Possess a sufficiently broad education to be inquisitive, well-informed reasoning members of their profession and society.
Understand human, social and ethical issues so that they will be good employees or employers, citizens and neighbors.

B.S. degree program in computer engineering, the following set of program educational objectives describe what graduates are expected to attain within a few years after graduation. Computer Engineering graduates will:

Be able to practice their profession in a competitive market. The competitive market includes being recruited by industrial firms, government agencies and graduate schools.
Make a significant contribution to society, including improving the standard of living particularly for the taxpayers of the state of Arkansas.
Understand the need for life-long learning and continued professional development for a successful and rewarding career.
Accept responsibility for leadership roles, in their profession, communities, and society.

B.S. degree program in electrical engineering, the following set of program educational objectives describe what graduates are expected to attain within a few years after graduation. Electrical Engineering graduates:

Are valued as reliable and competent employees by a wide variety of industries; in particular, electrical engineering industries.
Succeed, if pursued, in graduate studies such as engineering, science, law, medicine, business, and other professions.
Understand the need for life-long learning and continued professional development for a successful and rewarding career.
Accept responsibility for leadership roles, in their profession, in their communities, and in the global society.
We are committed to challenging our gifted students by encouraging them to participate in the honors program, student-lead organizations and world-breaking research with faculty members.

Student Outcomes

B.S. degree program in computer science, the following set of student outcomes represent and describe areas of knowledge or skill that our students can possess and should be able to demonstrate before graduation as a result of their learning experience within our curriculum.

An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
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.
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
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.
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.
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

B.S. degree program in computer engineering, the following set of student outcomes represent and describe areas of knowledge or skill that our students can possess and should be able to demonstrate before graduation as a result of their learning experience within our curriculum.

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

B.S. degree program in electrical engineering, the following set of student outcomes represent and describe areas of knowledge or skill that our students can possess and should be able to demonstrate before graduation as a result of their learning experience within our curriculum.

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

ABET Accreditation

The B.S. in Computer Science Program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
The B.S. in Computer Engineering Program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
The BS degree in Electrical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.

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