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Florida Atlantic University’s BSCE program provides a comprehensive education spanning software, hardware, and systems engineering.
The curriculum covers key areas including programming, software engineering, electronics, robotics, computer architecture, microprocessors, design automation, operating systems, circuit boards, microchips, network systems, and cybersecurity hardware/software.
Course Overview:
General Education: Foundations of Written Communication, Foundations of Society and Human Behavior, Foundations of Global Citizenship, Foundations of Humanities
Mathematics: Calculus with Analytic Geometry 1, Calculus with Analytic Geometry 2, Calculus with Analytic Geometry 3, Engineering Math 1
Science: General Physics for Engineers 1, General Physics Lab 1, Physics for Engineers 2, General Physics Lab 2
Common Core: Introduction to Data Science and Analytics, Computer Logic Design, Computer Architecture, Foundations of Computing, Programming 1, Stochastic Models, RI: Engineering Design 1, RI: Engineering Design 2
Computer Engineering Core: Principles of Software Engineering, Communication, Programming 2, Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis, Computer Operating Systems, Intro to Embedded System Design
Capstone Senior Design:
All FAU Computer Engineering students complete a two-semester capstone senior design sequence. Students work in teams to design, build, and test solutions to real-world engineering problems, often presenting their projects at the FAU Senior Design Showcase.
Research Opportunities:
Students can participate in faculty-led research projects in areas such as artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, cybersecurity, the Internet of Things, and data science, often supported by major agencies like NSF, NIH, and DOD.
Laboratory Courses:
The curriculum includes multiple required lab courses in circuits, digital systems, and electronics, providing hands-on technical experience.
Industry Sectors:
Opportunities exist in computing, electronics, aerospace, defense, telecommunications, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, robotics, and security.
Further Study:
Graduates are well-prepared for advanced degrees (MS, PhD) in computer engineering, computer science, or related fields. FAU offers joint BS/MS and direct BS-to-PhD pathways.
Complete and submit the online application and pay the non-refundable $30 application feeSubmit your Self-reported Student Academic Record. High school graduates should submit official high school transcripts in lieu of SSAR.Submit your official SAT/ACT/CLT scoresApplication to be done though the University's websiteSoftware Engineer / Software DeveloperHardware Engineer / Computer Hardware EngineerEmbedded Systems EngineerNetwork Engineer / Network ArchitectCybersecurity Analyst / Security EngineerSystems EngineerData Scientist / Data EngineerAI/ML EngineerWeb Developer / Full-Stack DeveloperMobile Application DeveloperCloud Solutions Architect / Cloud EngineerTechnical Support SpecialistForensic Computer Analyst
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