The Bachelor of Computer Engineering at the University of Delaware delivers a comprehensive education that integrates computer hardware, software, and electrical engineering principles.
The program focuses on cybersecurity, high-performance computing, networking, bioelectrical engineering, sustainable energy, and system design. It equips students to work on devices ranging from consumer technology to complex cloud-based systems.
Course Overview:
Year 1: General Chemistry, General Computer Science for Engineers, Introduction to Engineering, First-Year Writing, Introduction to Digital Systems, Analytic Geometry and Calculus A & B, Fundamentals of Physics I with Lab.
Year 2: Microprocessor Systems, ECE Design Challenges, Analog Circuits I, Signals and Systems, Data Structures, Introduction to Systems Programming, Analytic Geometry and Calculus C, Fundamentals of Physics II with Lab, Breadth electives.
Year 3: Electronic Circuit Analysis I, Operating Systems, Computer Systems Engineering, Computer Systems Design, Ethics and Impacts of Engineering, Random Signals and Noise, ECE Design and Entrepreneurship, Breadth and Technical Electives.
Year 4: Computer Networks I, Senior Design I & II (Capstone Project), Breadth and Technical Electives, Advanced Computer Engineering courses.
Senior Design Project: The final year capstone focused on real-world engineering challenges.
ECE Design Courses: Multiple design-focused courses integrated throughout the curriculum.
Student Organizations: Active involvement opportunities with ACM, IEEE, Tau Beta Pi, Alpha Omega Epsilon, Society of Women Engineers, and more.
Research and Industry Collaboration: Access to research labs and industry partnerships.
Graduate Careers: Graduates secure positions in top companies, research labs, and government agencies across fields like cybersecurity, IoT, networking, robotics, and systems design.
Further Study: Approximately 15-20% of graduates pursue advanced degrees (MS, PhD, MBA, or other professional schools). The 5 year BCpE/MSECE program offers a direct pathway to a master’s degree within five years.
Professional Skills: Strong emphasis on engineering ethics, teamwork, design thinking, communication, and adaptability to new technologies.
Graduate Attributes: Graduates are recognized for their interdisciplinary expertise, practical design experience, and readiness to contribute to cutting-edge technology sectors.
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