4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering at Missouri S&T provides a balanced education in computer hardware, software, and electrical engineering principles.
The program is ABET-accredited and emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills through labs, projects, and a comprehensive senior design sequence.
Students can tailor their studies with specialized emphasis areas and may pursue double majors in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with minimal additional coursework.
Course Overview:
Year 1: Calculus, Chemistry, Physics, Introduction to Engineering and Computing, English Composition, Humanities/Social Sciences electives.
Year 2: Circuits and Electronics (shared with Electrical Engineering), Data Structures and Programming, Physics II, Economics, Additional Mathematics, Advancement Exams for course progression.
Year 3: Digital Systems, Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering Core, Probability and Statistics, Technical Communication, Computer Engineering Electives begin, Mathematics Elective.
Year 4: Advanced Computer Engineering Electives, Engineering Science Elective, Professional Development Elective, Capstone Senior Design Project (COMP ENG 4096 & 4097), Free Elective, Additional Humanities/Social Sciences Electives.
Senior Design Project: A two-semester capstone where students design, build, and present a functional engineering system.
Hands-On Labs: Integrated throughout core and elective courses, focusing on circuit design, embedded systems, and computational hardware/software integration.
Student Organizations: Opportunities to join robotics teams, IEEE student chapter, and project-based technical societies.
Internships/Co-ops: Strong industry partnerships offer real-world experience.
Graduate Careers: Alumni work in consumer electronics, aerospace, automotive, telecommunications, and more, taking on roles in hardware/software design, security, and system development.
Further Study: Graduates are well-prepared for advanced study in computer engineering or related fields.
Professional Skills: Strong emphasis on ethical responsibility, effective communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability to emerging technologies.
Graduate Attributes: Missouri S&T graduates are recognized for their ability to apply engineering principles in complex real-world scenarios, lead technical teams, and engage in continuous professional development.
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