Electrical Engineering

The student receives solid knowledge of Electrical Engineering with subjects oriented to cover the general knowledge of the career and those of specialty in the area of electricity, in such a way that it leads to a full knowledge of the activities described in the professional profile. Our mission is to train quality professionals in the field of their competence, with ethical values, learning capacity and entrepreneurship throughout life, in the context of the knowledge society and the integral development of Ecuador.

Core Components of the Program
For the Electrical Engineering career, two professional axes are considered:
Energy Systems: focused on the conversion and use of energy.
Power Systems: focused on the transmission and distribution of electrical energy. 

Applicants must be visionaries and innovators who, through problem solving and communication skills, are interested in working in multidisciplinary teams, as well as acquiring knowledge in sustainability and social responsibility, since the career focuses more and more on the energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy, as well as the social and environmental impact of decisions in the field of electrical energy.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

The graduates of Electrical Engineering in a period of 3 to 5 years after graduating should be capable of:

• Face professional challenges at local and regional level, applying their profession knowledge, and considering social, economic and environmental factors within a moral and ethical framework.
• Demonstrate assertiveness in decision making in strategic positions within the public and private sector, through effective communication skills, professional practice based on high quality standards, and interdisciplinary interactions.
• Lead with success the development and implementation of electrical engineering solutions oriented towards power systems, either as a freelancer or as an employee of a company and thus, responsibly contributed to the productive sector of society.
• Acquired new technical and scientific knowledge related to Electrical Engineering, in the exercise of their professional activity or postgraduate knowledge.

STUDENTS OUTCOMES

From 2019:

• SO 1. Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex Electrical Engineering problems through the application of engineering, science and mathematics principles. (Current Rubric).
• SO 2. Ability to apply design of Electrical Engineering systems, to produce solutions that satisfy specific needs, considering public health, safety and well-being, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental and economic factors. (Current Rubric).
• SO 3a. Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish with diverse audiences orally and in writing. (Current Rubric).
• SO 3b. Ability to communicate effectively in English with a variety of audiences. (Current Rubric).
• SO 4. Ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in Electrical Engineering situations and make informed judgments, considering the impact of engineering solutions in the global, economic, environmental and social context. (Current Rubric).
• SO 5. Ability to function effectively in a team, whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, set goals, plan tasks and meet objectives. (Current Rubric).
• SO 6. Ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use Electrical Engineering criteria to establish conclusions. (Current Rubric).
• SO 7. Ability to acquire and apply new Electrical Engineering knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. (Current Rubric).
• SO 8. Design real Electrical Engineering solutions that propose unique value in response to specific needs considered from the point of view of those involved. (Current Rubric).

http://www.mallacurricular.espol.edu.ec/Malla/Imagen?codCarrera=CI014&lang=en&lang=en 

After 4.5 years of study, you will be able to:

• Planning and development of electrical systems.
• Operation and maintenance of power systems.
• Renewable energy and energy transition.
• Smart Grids.
• Management, technical consulting, and energy regulation.

In order to obtain the degree in Electrical Engineer, students must fulfill the following requirements:

• Complete a minimum of 59 credits in Professional Unit courses.
• Complete a minimum of 21 credits in General Education courses.
• Complete a minimum of 29 credits in Mathematics and Basic Science courses.
• Complete a minimum of 6 credits in Selected Elective courses.
• Complete a minimum of 2 credits in Elective courses.
• Accumulate a minimum of 336 hours of Internship Experience, distributed as follows:
  • 240 hours of Pre-professional Business Internships (equivalent to 5 credits).
  • 96 hours of Community Service Internships (equivalent to 2 credits).
• Successfully complete the Curricular Integration Unit, which includes a capstone course (3 credits) and project (5 credits).

The Capstone Project is a culminating requirement for graduation. These projects provide students with the experience of applying acquired knowledge and skills to the needs of society, with a focus on sustainability.
The IDEAR Fair showcases all Capstone projects, offering students a valuable opportunity to showcase their work and hone soft skills such as communication and teamwork. It is also a space for students to network with potential clients and future employers.
Explore all of the Capstone projects completed by the Electrical Engineering program. 

The Electrical Engineering program is accredited by the ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission.
The degree program in Electricity is certified with the EUR-ACE seal of the European Network for the Accreditation of Engineering Education.

International Accreditation Coordinator
  Iván Endara, M. Sc.