Computer Engineering, BS

The Computer Engineering degree program prepares students for the application of computer technology to create solutions to real-world problems. The curriculum blends the foundations of electrical engineering with the key aspects of computer science with an emphasis on hardware applications for embedded systems.

General Information

The Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Engineering requires the following:

A minimum of 128 hours must be completed with a cumulative CU GPA of 2.0.
A grade of “C” or better in CS 1150 , CS 1450 , ECE 1411 ,
ECE 1421
, ECE 2411 and ECE 2610 .
Completion of an Exit Interview with the ECE Department Chair during the final semester of course work.

Additional course work is required to complete the Computer Engineering, BS degree. Please see the advising guide on the Academic Advising website for more information and a sample 4-year schedule.

Learning Outcomes

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering prepares undergraduate students to:

Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
Design and conduct experiments to analyze and interpret data
Design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
Excel in multi-disciplinary teams
Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
Understand professional and ethical responsibility
Communicate effectively
Acquire the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and social context
Engage in life-long learning
Possess knowledge of contemporary issues
Use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

Course Requirements

Core Courses (62 credit hours)

ECE or CS Electives (9 credit hours)

Complete 9 credit hours of unused upper-division ECE courses (3000- or 4000-level) or choose from the list below.

NOTE: Additional 4000-level courses in CS, MAE, MATH and PES may be accepted with approval prior to taking the course.

Mathematics (21 credit hours)

Basic Science (12 credit hours)

Complete 9 credit hours of required Physics courses and 3 additional hours from the list below.

Required Physics courses:
PES 1110 - General Physics I - Calculus Based
PES 1120 - General Physics II
PES 1160 - Advanced Physics Lab I - Calc Based
Select at least 3 credit hours from the following list:
CHEM 1401 - General Chemistry I
CHEM 1402 - General Chemistry Laboratory I
CHEM 1411 - General Chemistry II
CHEM 1412 - General Chemistry Laboratory II
PES elective - an additional Physics course with a prerequisite of PES 1110 may be taken with prior approval.

ECE Exit Interview

Complete the ECE Exit Interview with the Chair of the ECE Department during the final semester of course work. Contact the ECE department office for more information.