Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering degree program is a 186-credit-hour program. The program includes 69 credit hours of general education courses and 117 credit hours devoted to the computer engineering core, which are designed to provide instruction in the design, development, and testing of computer equipment from small embedded systems to supercomputers.

This degree program is designed to help graduates prepare to enter this diverse engineering discipline with a strong technical background as well as analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills that enable them to excel as professionals contributing to a variety of engineering roles within the various fields of engineering and the high-tech industry. The program emphasizes that graduates of the computer engineering program will be committed to professional development and lifelong learning by engaging in professional or graduate education in order to stay current in their field and achieve continued growth.

This degree program integrates elements of electrical engineering and computer science to prepare students to design and develop computer hardware and software in computer-based embedded systems or devices.

This program does not lead to additional licensure or certification. As such, CTU has made no determination regarding prerequisites for licensure or certification in any state or jurisdiction.

Mission Statement

Through innovative industry-current curricula and technology-enabled student-centered teaching, the College of Computer Science, Engineering and Technology empowers students to become motivated, creative, ethical, and skillful professionals who can resolve challenges in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, and Information Technology in order to meet the needs of the digital economy.

Program Accreditation and Alignments

The BSCE program, offered at the CTU Colorado Springs campus and the Virtual Campus, is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Computer Engineering.

Outcomes

BSCE Program Learning Outcomes (called Student Outcomes by ABET):

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

 

BSCE Program Educational Objectives:

The program educational objectives of the BSCE program are to produce graduates who, after acquiring industry experience:

1. Are competent Computer Engineers who value system-level perspectives; provide technical expertise; engage in continuous learning and advanced education; apply theory, experimentation, and modern engineering tools; and validate systems and solutions.
2. Lead the computer engineering industry in their companies and society by serving as mentors, fostering effective teams, and identifying critical needs and concerns as the future evolves.
3. Demonstrate ethical and responsible citizenship of a diverse global society.

 

Degree Requirements

Courses: General Education

CHE105	Introduction to Chemistry	5
COMS105	Interpersonal Communications	4.5
ECON210	Principles of Macroeconomics	4.5
ENGL104	Introductory Written Communication	4.5
ENGL105	Professional Written Communications	4.5
HIST120	Intro to American History: 1950 to the Present	4.5
MATH117	Precalculus	4
MATH205	Differential Calculus	5
MATH207	Integral Calculus	5
MATH212	Fundamentals of Discrete Mathematics	4
PHIL101	Introduction to Ethics	4.5
PHY211	Physics I - Mechanics	5
PHY212	Physics II – Heat, Light and Sound	5
PSYC102	Introductory Psychology	4.5
	or
SOCL102	Introductory Sociology	4.5
UNIV104	Academic and Career Success	4.5
	or
HUMNELE	Humanities Elective	4.5
	Total Credit Hours:	69

Courses: Core

CE250	Computer Architecture	4
CS119	Introduction of Programming	4
CS219	Python Programming	4
CS227	Linux Programming	4
CS228	C++ Programming	4
CS233	Fundamentals of Data Structures	4
CS267	Computer Algorithms	4
CS337	Introduction to Parallel Computing	4
CS341	Principles of Operating Systems	4
CS374	Fundamentals of Software Design	4
CSS150	Introduction to Computer Security	4
CSS200	Principles of Network Security	4
EE110	Introduction to Engineering	4
EE221	Circuit Analysis I	5
EE252	Digital Design I	5
EE312	Embedded Microcontrollers	5
EE331	Circuit Analysis II	5
EE352	Digital Design II	5
EE375	Electronic Design I	5
EE486	Impact of Global Issues on Design	2
EE490	Product Design I	4
EE491	Product Design II	4
IT204	Fundamentals of Networking	4
MATH302	Differential Equations	5
MATH304	Linear Algebra	4
MATH312	Principles of Probability and Statistics	4
PM220	Project Management Tools	4
Elective	Select 4 credits of courses related to computer engineering	4
	Total Credit Hours:	117

Total Credit Hours: 186

BSCE Foundation Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (BSCE) is built upon the expectation that students will enter the program with a solid background in mathematics. Therefore, the BSCE program requires students to have prior foundational knowledge in college-level math to be successful.

Students entering into the BSCE program will be required to successfully complete two BSCE foundation courses (MATH095 and MATH096) to measure mathematic proficiency in the following areas: Analytic College Algebra – Engineering and Analytic Trigonometry - Engineering. These foundations courses are only available for students enrolled in BSCE and BSEE programs.

If a student can show evidence of satisfying the foundation course objectives through coursework from an accredited institution, the foundation requirement can be waived.

 

The BSCE foundation course MATH095 must be completed and passed prior to beginning courses in the BSCE program. Students will need to complete and pass MATH096 prior to the end of the first quarter.

Students must be able to exhibit proficiency by successfully completing the foundation course with a minimum 70% passing score. If after 5 attempts (applies to each course separately) students do not pass the foundation course, students are encouraged to work with the Student Success department if they have questions regarding these foundation courses, timeframes for completion, or for alternative programs of study as needed.

Students who do not meet the BSCE foundation requirements will be withdrawn, canceled or transferred from the BSCE program to other programs such as BSCS or BSIT.

Locations

• Colorado Springs
• Virtual Campus

Area of Study

• Engineering & Computer Science

Degree Level

• Bachelor