Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering - Integrated Circuits and Logic Design

Computer engineers work at the intersection of the abstract software world, where high-level languages and more complexity will often provide a solution to a problem. Designs are often compromises between many opposing factors. Computer engineers might work on the design of a new automobile brake system or the design of a distributed control system for a factory floor. The computer engineering program is designed to prepare an engineer to work with software and hardware of computers. In the software world, high level languages and complex programs are often the solution to a problem. In the hardware world, designs also include many aspects of the physical world, like temperature or noise, and often must include compromises between many opposing factors. The ability of a computer engineer to work in both worlds is what distinguishes them from a computer scientist or from an electrical engineer who specializes in computers. Computer scientists typically have little training with hardware. Electrical engineers typically have little training with software. Our students are trained to work with both, since many computer systems cannot be built well without a clear understanding of both. Educational Mission The electrical and computer engineering department strives to contribute to the state, nation, and world through the education of outstanding professionals and leaders in engineering. Our educational focus is on a broad, rigorous education in all areas of electrical and computer engineering with significant hands-on experiences. The program will provide students with an understanding of engineering problem solving at all levels and an appreciation for engineering as a profession. Objectives The electrical and computer engineering degree programs will provide students the foundation to: Succeed in professional career placement and practice as engineers, scholars and entrepreneurs Grow their career through technical and professional activities and leadership roles Contribute to society and the economy through technical products, services, and knowledge Adapt to an ever-changing world through continue education, through graduate study, professional development activities, independent learning, or pursuit of follow-on degrees The hallmarks of students capable of obtaining these objective are: Technical Competency. Graduates will have a sound knowledge of the fundamentals in electrical or computer engineering that allows them to analyze and solve technical problems, to apply hardware and software tools, to create and evaluate technical products, to learn independently, and to succeed in the workplace and in graduate school. An Engineering Perspective. Graduates will be capable of understanding complex projects including their evolution and abstraction and the optimization of associated decisions and risk, both locally and globally. Professional Skills and Knowledge. Graduates will have the ability to communicate well in both oral and written form, to interact in teams, to manage and lead technical projects, to manage their career, and to conduct themselves with an understanding of ethics, economics, and intellectual property. This program is focused on Integrated Circuits and Logic Design Along with this specialization you can choose following specializations also: Computational Intelligence Computers and Architecture Embedded Computer Systems Networking and Software Engineering Security and Reliability