The program is offered by Western New England University. Computer Engineers are in demand in all types of private and public enterprises such as defense, telecommunications, avionics, automotive, robotics (mechatronics), medical devices and systems, and the smart grid, among others. Our hands-on hardware-focused curriculum allows you to apply the theory and training you acquire in the classroom and in our modern labs, starting in your very first year, and in an internship setting later in your education.
Why Choose Computer Engineering?
Computer engineers are an integral part of modern culture, as they innovate the technology we use in our everyday lives. Whether it?s the latest smartphone or a robot that can perform a variety of functions, computer engineering continues to change the world and make global access within reach. Computer engineers are at the forefront of making the Internet of Things (IoT) and Big Data happen. IoT is the increasing connectivity via the Internet of people and things. Big Data refers to the vast amount of data that inundates all facets of business operations as well as our daily life. Smart computing systems designed by computer engineers are what make the data useful.
Educational Objectives
In support of the objectives of the College of Engineering, the Computer Engineering major will prepare our students to be proficient at putting theory into practice, capable of lifelong learning, and be aware of the social, ethical, and environmental issues associated with their professional activities.
To ensure these goals, we expect specific accomplishments of our graduates to include the ability to:
- successfully analyze, design, or test electrical/computer systems.
- serve as a productive member of a team.
- assume leadership roles in their career.
- contribute in professional and civic service.
- pursue lifelong learning.
Student Outcomes
The outcomes necessary to achieve our program objectives for both the Electrical and Computer Engineering majors are that our students will have:
- an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
- an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
- an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
- an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
- an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
- an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
- an ability to communicate effectively
- the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
- a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
- a knowledge of contemporary issues
- an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
- an ability to model, analyze, simulate, and design circuits and systems
- an ability to use computer and/or laboratory tools in the design of circuits and systems
- an ability to build, test, and debug prototype circuits and systems and analyze results
- an ability to use the principles of design to solve open-ended engineering problems