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The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (BS CompE) at the University of Kentucky is an ABET-accredited program delivered by the Pigman College of Engineering. This program integrates computer science and electrical engineering, equipping students to design, analyze, and implement digital systems, embedded systems, and hardware/software interfaces. It offers a balanced emphasis on both hardware and software components of computing.
Students engage in a rigorous curriculum that develops core skills in algorithm design, digital logic, embedded systems, circuit analysis, computer organization, and advanced computer architecture. The program fosters strong problem-solving, communication, and ethical decision-making skills essential for the engineering profession.
Course overview:
Year 1: Engineering Exploration I, Fundamentals of Engineering Computing, Calculus I, General College Chemistry I, Composition and Communication I, Engineering Exploration II, Calculus II, General University Physics, General University Physics Laboratory, Composition and Communication II, Introduction to Program Design, Abstraction, and Problem Solving Techniques
Year 2: Calculus III, General University Physics, General University Physics Laboratory, Introduction to Software Engineering Techniques, Computer Engineering Sophomore Seminar, Digital Logic Design, Calculus IV, Circuits I, Introduction to Embedded Systems, Systems Programming, Discrete Mathematics
Year 3: AC Circuits, Algorithm Design and Analysis, Computer Organization, Engineering Statistics - A Conceptual Approach, UK Core - Humanities, Signals and Systems, Introduction to Electronics, Technical Elective, Advanced Computer Architecture, UK Core - Social Sciences
Year 4: ECE Capstone Design I, CPE Elective, CPE Elective, Technical Elective, UK Core - Citizenship (USA), ECE Capstone Design II, Hardware Elective, Software Elective, Technical Elective, UK Core - Global Dynamics
Capstone Design: Two-semester senior design project (CPE 490 & CPE 491) where students work in teams to deliver significant, real-world engineering solutions, often with industry collaboration.
Laboratory Work: Extensive lab components across circuits, digital logic, embedded systems, and electronics to reinforce theoretical concepts with practical application.
Research & Internships: Students can pursue undergraduate research and secure internships with industry partners to gain professional engineering experience.
Graduates are equipped for immediate employment, with practical experience in hardware and software systems.
Students often transition smoothly into leading technology, defense, telecommunications, and automotive companies.
Graduates are well-prepared for advanced study (MS or PhD) in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science.
The program emphasizes essential professional skills including teamwork, communication, problem-solving, ethics, and adaptability to new technologies.
School Report, Mid Year Report & Final Report RequiredCommon App personal essay requiredDepending on your answers to some questions in the Academics section, you will be required to complete writing questionsThis college does not use a writing supplement for any additional writing requirements.Application can be done via Common App or University websiteABET-accreditedSoftware developerComputer systems analystComputer systems engineerComputer Network Architect
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