The College operates within certain parameters that provide a context for action as we seek to achieve our vision and mission. These tenets include:

CECS is one of ten colleges within the University of Central Florida that supports the mission of the University and State University System of Florida.

CECS benefits from the Florida High Tech Corridor as a significant factor in technology development.

CECS serves national and global needs.

CECS works with many different external constituencies to support government, industry, and community activities.

CECS seeks to balance research with teaching activities.

CECS is a community of scholars who believe in knowledge acquisition, its transference and application as necessary actions in a diverse and inclusive environment.

CECS participates in professional (ABET) and regional (SACS) accreditation.