Design Experience

Design is interwoven throughout the Computer Engineering undergraduate program, culminating in a formal, year-long capstone project in the senior year. First-year and sophomore engineering courses provide an introduction to design. A junior-level lab sequence shared with the Electrical Engineering undergraduate program offers a comprehensive laboratory experience. Finally, the senior design capstone experience builds on the analytical background as well as strong programming skills developed throughout the program to solve a real-world problem.

Program Education Objectives

The Computer Engineering undergraduate program has established the following program educational objectives that are consistent with the mission of the University and the Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering. The objectives describe the expected accomplishments of graduates during the first several years following graduation. Graduates of the Computer Engineering program will:

1. Perform effectively as practicing engineers and/or successfully undertake graduate study in computer engineering,  electrical engineering, computer science, or related fields;
2. Meet the challenges of the future through continuing professional growth; and
3. Exhibit concern for service and justice through leadership within their profession, as well as the community as a whole.

These program educational objectives were established in consultation with the constituents of the program and are met by providing curricula with both breadth and depth. Engineering science and design, mathematics, and basic sciences are significant components of the program. In addition to these traditional technical courses, and in keeping with the Jesuit tradition of educating the whole person, the curricula include core requirements in the humanities, communications, and the fine arts.

Opportunities for involvement in professional societies, student design competitions, and University co-curricular activities are plentiful and help to accomplish these objectives.

Student Outcomes

The Computer Engineering undergraduate program has established the following student outcomes. These student outcomes describe the expected knowledge and skills of graduates at the time of graduation. 

1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics 

2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors 

3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences 

4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts 

5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives 

6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions 

7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies 

Transfer Requirements

Students interested in transferring into the Computer Engineering undergraduate program must complete CHEM 111 , CHEM 114 , MATH 131 , MATH 132 , and PHYS 1100  (or their equivalents) with a minimum grade of C (2.0) in each course before being considered. Final approval of the transfer request resides with the Department Chairperson. 

Graduation Requirements for the Computer Engineering B.S.E.

Department criteria for graduation include (1) completion of at least 130 semester hours covering all requirements below, with (2) a grade point average of C (2.0) in the upper division major courses (excluding core), and (3) all upper division EECE/CMSI courses must be completed in residence. 

The Computer Engineering undergraduate program requires the following courses to be completed:

• General Engineering (8 semester hours): ENGR 100 , ENGR 190 , ENGR 1200 , ENGR 1300   
• Computer Science (16 semester hours): CMSI 3630 , and three additional upper-division CMSI/EECE elective  courses appropriate for Computer Engineering (12 semester hours) 
• Electrical Engineering (41 semester hours): EECE 2100 , EECE 2110 , EECE 2210 , EECE 2240 , EECE 3100 , EECE 3130 , EECE 3140 , EECE 3200 , EECE 3210 , EECE 4100 , EECE 4200 , EECE 4280   
• Math and Science (35 semester hours): MATH 131 , MATH 132 , MATH 246 , MATH 361 , PHYS 1100 , PHYS 2100 ,; BIOL 114 , CHEM 111 , CHEM 114 , CMSI 2820   

University Core (30+ semester hours): A minimum of 30 semester hours as defined in the core curriculum for students in the Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering. 

Computer Engineering B.S.E. Curriculum

The typical course of study leading to the B.S.E. degree in Computer Engineering is as follows: 

Junior Year

Senior Year