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Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer boardComputer Engineering  encompasses digital and computer systems,  embedded processors, digital signal processing,
R. F. (wireless) systems,  optical communications, solid-state electronics, integrated circuit design and fabrication, computer networking and software engineering.   Our BS degree program combines:   

  • A strong emphasis on electrical  engineering (primarily electronic circuits and systems) 
  • A broad basis in mathematics, physical science, and general engineering 
  • Fundamentals of computer science including programming methodology, software engineering
  • Introductory and advanced concepts in  the design of computers and computer systems 

A rich set of technical area courses is  available to allow students to broaden their knowledge within any of  several computer engineering areas.

Program Objectives

The Computer Engineering Program through the academic structure of California State University, Fresno awards degrees to students who within three to five years of graduation, through work experience and/or graduate education in the engineering field will be expected to

  1. have grown technically and be productive in their respective workplaces
  2. be capable of addressing technical problems of increasing complexity
  3. communicate and function effectively in a team environment
  4. demonstrate an ability for independent learning and continued professional as well as ethical development

 

Program  Outcomes

The Computer Engineering students upon graduation will be expected to have:

  1. A knowledge of applied differential and  integral calculus and discrete mathematics. (a)
  2. A knowledge of probability and statistics  and the impact of these in engineering analysis.
  3. A knowledge of core computer engineering,  computer science and electrical engineering topics and some depth in at least one area of computer engineering.
  4. A broad education and knowledge of contemporary issues necessary to reason about the impact of computer engineering based solutions to situations arising in society. (h,j)
  5. The ability to use mathematical and  computer based tools for analysis and design. (k)
  6. The ability to identify and synthesize solutions for computer engineering problems by making use of their  knowledge and experience with basic mathematics, science and  engineering. (a,e)
  7. The ability to design, conduct and evaluate the results of experiments. (b)
  8. The ability to analyze, design and test  systems that include both hardware and software. (c)
  9. The ability to document experimental processes and to write satisfactory technical reports/papers. (g)
  10. The ability to make technical oral presentations and interact with an audience. (g)
  11. The recognition for and the motivation to  further develop their knowledge and skills as engineers. (i)
  12. The ability to work effectively  independently and in multi-person teams. (d)
  13. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility. (f)

(a-k refer to ABET program outcomes)

Recommended Program of Study

The ECE department offers courses in a timely  manner to facilitate the completion of the degree program in four years. For more information, go to the Four Year Degree Roadmap website.