Computer Engineering Technology Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree

  

Course	Credits
Freshman Year
First Semester	13
CSC 120   Problem Solving and Programming Constructs**	3
ENG 101   English Composition I**	3
GET 130   Introduction to Engineering Technology**	3
MAT 199   Pre-Calculus**	3
UNI 100   First-Year Seminar**	1
Second Semester	16
CSC 124   Computer Programming I**	3
ECO 100   Elements of Economics**	3
EET 110   Electrical Circuits I*	4
MAT 195   Discrete Mathematics*	3
General Education Course	3
Sophomore Year
Third Semester	14
CET 235   Digital Electronics Design*	4
CSC 265   Object-Oriented Programming*	3
EET 160   Electric Circuits II*	4
MAT 281   Calculus I**	3
Fourth Semester	17
CET 270   Introduction to Microprocessor Design*	4
CSC 328   Data Structures*	3
EET 215   Intro to Instrumentation**	3
MAT 282   Calculus II*	3
PHY 101   College Physics I**	4
Junior Year
Fifth Semester	14
CET 335   Microprocessor Interfacing*	4
CSC 306   FORTRAN*	3
ENG 217   Scientific & Technical Writing**	3
PHY 202   College Physics II*	4
Sixth Semester	16
CET 350   Technical Computing using Java*	3
CET 360   Microprocessor Engineering*	4
CSC 400   Operating Systems*	3
MAT 341   Linear Algebra*	3
General Education Course	3
Senior Year
Seventh Semester	14
CET 440   Computer Networking*	4
CET 490   Senior Project I*	3
Approved Technical Elective*	4
General Education Course	3
Eighth Semester	16
CET 492   Senior Project II*	3
CSC 378   Computer Architecture*	3
Approved Technical Elective*	4
General Education Courses	6
Total	120

* Required major and related courses
** Required and recommended General Education courses

• Online Technical Studies Associate Degree
• On Campus Technical Studies Associate Degree
• Industrial Technology Associate Degree
• Robotics Engineering Technology Associate Degree
• Unmanned Aerial Systems / Drone Technology Concentration

• Electrical Engineering Technology Bachelor's Degree 
• Graphics and Multimedia Bachelor's Degree
• Mechatronics Engineering Technology Bachelor's Degree
• Industrial Technology Management Bachelor's Degree
• Technology Education Bachelor's Degree

 
The mission of the computer engineering technology program at California University of Pennsylvania is to provide its students with a well-rounded education that meets the needs of the commonwealth. Specifically, graduates are to be prepared for technically oriented careers involving both hardware and software technologies of computer systems with an emphasis in embedded systems design using a hands-on approach. The program integrates teamwork and leadership skills in a blend of theoretical and applied competencies. Also, the program prepares students for changing technologies and lifelong learning. The program prepares students to take personal responsibility and to apply the highest professional and ethical standards to their activities in computer systems and to understand local, national and global issues related to the field.

 
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Technology degree program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET, http://www.abet.org. All graduates from this program receive accredited degrees. Seniors and graduates of the programs are eligible to sit for a prelicensing Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

The general goal of the computer engineering technology program is to provide students with a broad understanding of fundamental engineering knowledge and technical skills as well as in-depth knowledge in the areas of computer science, computer engineering technology, digital electronics, mathematics and physical sciences. The objectives of the CET program are to produce graduates who can:

1. Function effectively individually and in team-oriented, open-ended activities with critical thinking to assess and evaluate complex technical and nontechnical problems in an industrial environment;

2. Communicate effectively in oral, written, visual and graphical modes in interpersonal and group situations at a level of effectiveness expected by industry employers;

3. Remain technically current and adapt to rapidly changing technologies through further formal or informal education;

4. Identify and understand professional ethical situations in business, industry and society;

5. Blend theoretical and practical knowledge and skills to solve technical problems;

6. Apply embedded-based technologies and software engineering to solve technical problems; and

7. Understand and apply project specifications, documentation and standards requirements within the engineering design process.

Program outcomes are statements that describe what units of knowledge or skills students are expected to acquire from the program to prepare them to achieve the program educational objectives. The program outcomes are demonstrated by the student and are measured by the program at the time of graduation.

By the time of graduation, computer engineering technology students will demonstrate the following:

1. The knowledge, skills, techniques and applications of modern tools in the computer engineering technology discipline;

2. The ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering and technology;

3. Technical problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify problems, use appropriate laboratory and test equipment, conduct experiments, gather data, analyze data, and produce results;

4. The ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to the computer engineering technology program objectives;

5. Effective discipline-related project management and teamwork skills;

6. The ability to apply and produce written documents; to deliver oral presentations; to develop, prepare and interpret visual information; and to communicate these with a specific audience at a level of effectiveness expected in industry;

7. Recognition of the need for and the ability to engage in lifelong learning;

8. Knowledge of social, professional and ethical responsibilities;

9. Respect for diversity and a knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues;

10. The ability to identify, analyze, design, solve and implement analog, digital and processor-based systems through a blend of theoretical and practical methods;

11. The ability to use computers, computer networks, operating systems and application software that pertain to computer engineering technology;

12. The ability to utilize statistics/probability or discrete mathematics in support of computer systems and networks; and

13. The application of physics and/or chemistry to computer systems in a rigorous mathematical environment at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry.

The curriculum provides students with a comprehensive education to help them find employment in several areas in the private, public or government sectors. Graduates of the bachelor's degree program are qualified for engineering technologist positions. As the economy is becoming increasingly high-tech, the demand for computer engineering technology graduates is expected to escalate. The curriculum prepares students for positions in aerospace, embedded systems design, software design/implementation/verification, automotive, utilities, medical, computer and communication industries. Employment opportunities with excellent salaries are diverse and plentiful in the areas of software development, hardware systems design, microcomputer/microcontroller system designs, computer networking, product sales and marketing.

YEAR	MAJORS	GRADUATES
2013	46	5
2014	60	7
2015	57	8
2016	45	11
2017	42	6