Electrical and Computer Engineering at BYU are student-focused programs. In fact, the goals of the program are given in terms of the life and career accomplishments the program is preparing graduates to achieve. We refer to these as program educational objectives. The objectives have been established by the faculty after consulting with those who have a stake in the success of our students---the college and university administration, parents and families, and representatives from industry, employers, and graduate institutions. For more information about the educational objectives, see the program educational objectives and learning outcomes website.

Prof. Michael Rice's text book "Digital Communications: A Discrete-Time Approach" was released April 2008 by Pearson Prentice-Hall. The text develops the fundamentals of digital communication theory with an emphasis on discrete-time implementation techniques. It is intended for use in senior-level or first-year graduate courses.

Adrian Evans was presented with the outstanding service award for 15 years of service at BYU. Adrian has been the secretary of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering since 2002.

Professor James Archibald was presented with the Outstanding Faculty Award in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering for demonstrating outstanding devotion to undergraduate education. The citation noted his exemplary mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students via research activities and senior design projects. Dr. Archibald currently serves as the departments Undergraduate Coordinator.