阿拉巴馬大學(xué)

The Computer Engineering program is new beginning Fall 2019 and replaces the Computer Engineering Option under Electrical Engineering. This program gives students a broad knowledge of the software and hardware components of modern computing systems, detailed computer-systems design, and the role of computer systems in various engineering disciplines. Students completing the program will be prepared for a computer-oriented engineering career with emphasis on design and applications of embedded computing systems.

Graduates with a Computer Engineering BS degree commonly begin their careers in a variety of functions including: hardware engineers, software engineers, computer systems analysts, computer support specialists, network system & data managers, communication analysts, network & computer systems administrators, computer programmers, database administrators, operations research analysts, computer & information scientists. These graduates also pursue post-graduate degrees in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Business & Commerce, and even professional areas such as Law and Medicine.

Program Educational Objectives and Student Outcomes

The mission of the undergraduate Computer Engineering program is to provide high-quality and broad-based education in Computer Engineering that emphasizes critical thinking and communication skills while preparing graduates for professional careers and lifelong learning. The faculty has adopted the educational objectives listed below for the Computer Engineering undergraduate program. The department has included a process to provide continual improvement of the curricula. Graduates will:

excel in engineering careers and/or postgraduate education using knowledge of Computer Engineering disciplines and underlying fundamental principles of science and mathematics, engineering analysis, problem solving, and design

expand their knowledge of current and emerging issues in Computer Engineering and continue career-long professional development through engagement in lifelong learning

grow professionally and advance throughout their engineering careers using skills in effective communication; responsible, multidisciplinary teamwork; and adherence to principles of professional accountability and ethics.