Computer Engineering, B.S.

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering teaches students to design and program computers and computer-based systems, including the latest embedded technology. The program produces practical design engineers capable of analyzing the technical needs of society. Students study digital systems, computer organization and architecture, software design and testing, operating systems and programming languages, micro-controller systems, and the latest programmable chip technology. Upon graduation, students will be equipped to integrate hardware and software solutions to meet systems requirements. All students will complete a capstone in which they propose, design, build, test and deliver a computer-based system.

Program Educational Objectives

Within three to five years of graduation,

Graduates will have successful careers in the field of computer engineering and provide solutions to challenging problems in their profession by applying computer engineering theory and principles.
Graduates will show commitment to continuing their education to improve their professional expertise so as to adapt to an evolving work environment.
Graduates will demonstrate effective communication capabilities and a strong commitment to teamwork while working in a diverse cultural and interdisciplinary environment.
Graduates will exhibit a high level of professionalism and ethical responsibility, and work for the betterment of society.

Student Outcomes

Upon graduation, graduates will be able to

Identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics
Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety and welfare, as well as global, cultural social, environment and economic factors

Course Requirements

Bachelor of Science 122 Credits

Prerequisites (15 Credits)

EL 100 - Introduction to DC/AC Circuits 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
EL 150 - DC/AC Circuits and Analysis 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
EL 200 - Electronic Devices & Circuits 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
EL 204 - Digital Electronics 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
EL 262 - Microprocessors and Microassembly 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)

Computers/Programming (24 Credits)

CS 120 - Introduction to Programming Using Python 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
CS 150 - Programming in C 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
CS 200 - Programming in C++ 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
CS 220 - Database Management 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
CS 230 - Data Structures 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
CS 418 - Operating Systems 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
CT 152 - Introduction to UNIX 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
IAE 201 - Introduction to Information Assurance Concepts 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)

Engineering (24 Credits)

EE 304 - Digital Design I 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
EE 354 - Digital Design II 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
EE 362 - Microcontroller System Design 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
EE 364 - Computer Architecture 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
EE 404 - Large-scale Digital Design 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
SDE 457 - Senior Design I 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
SDE 458 - Senior Design II 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
Technical Elective 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)

Math/Science (32 Credits)

MA 355 - Numerical Analysis 4 Semester Credit Hour(s)
MA 124 - Discrete Mathematics 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
MA 261 - Calculus I 4 Semester Credit Hour(s)
MA 262 - Calculus II 4 Semester Credit Hour(s)
MA 340 - Ordinary Differential Equations 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
MA 345 - Probability & Statistics Engineers 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
PH 261 - Engineering Physics I 4 Semester Credit Hour(s)
PH 262 - Engineering Physics II 4 Semester Credit Hour(s)
CH 120 - Chemistry 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)

Humanities/Social Sciences (21 Credits)

BUS 174 - Introduction to Business and Management 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
BUS 301 - Project Management 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
HU 331 - Arts and Ideas 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
OR
HU 332 - Arts & Ideas: Special Topics 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
SS 351 - Ethics 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
Humanities Elective 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
Humanities Elective 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
Social Science Elective 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)

English Communications (6 Credits)

EN 101 - English Communications I 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)
EN 102 - English Communications II 3 Semester Credit Hour(s)

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