The program objectives are entirely consistent with the mission and values of the University of Michigan-Dearborn. The eight objectives outlined above are met through a tightly monitored program of courses in mathematics, basic sciences, engineering sciences and engineering design. Students are required to take courses in mathematics including calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, courses in physics and chemistry, and a course in probability and statistics. They take at least one-half year of humanities and social sciences ensuring both breadth and depth. Additionally, they are required to take a course in economics.
Students also take two courses in composition to improve their communication skills.
In the freshman year, students take E100, where they learn the use of computers for word processing, report writing, data analysis using Excel and the use of e-mail, Internet for information retrieval. Students are exposed to design issues even at the sophomore level. Students are tested on their ability to set up experiments to verify appropriate engineering concepts. These courses enable the program to achieve its primary objectives. In addition, specialized courses in the chosen concentration allow the students to gain depth in a specific sub-discipline of the EE program.