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Computer Engineering

Why major in Computer Engineering at Marian University?

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Computer Engineering is an essential field within engineering due to its vital role in modern society such as providing computing power, embedded systems, and enabling technological advancements. Since it integrates principles of electrical engineering and computer science, it involves design, development, and maintenance of both hardware and software to build digital systems, and electronic devices and develop programs and applications for them.

The Computer Engineering B.S. degree program at Marian University provides a challenging yet rewarding experience for undergraduate students to develop as transformative engineering leaders and impactful global citizens, with an education rooted in Franciscan values. It prepares graduates for a variety of job opportunities upon graduation including hardware design, software development, embedded systems, networking and communication, computer vision and robotics, and more.

Some highlights of the CPE program:

  • Courses taught by caring full-time faculty members with small class sizes to ensure strong student-faculty interaction and collaboration
  • Strong background in core engineering and science courses with course options in advanced programming, operating systems, circuits, electronics, digital systems, networking, microprocessors, control systems, and computer-aided engineering
  • Hands-on lab experiences to emphasize connections between principles of electrical and software engineering to design and build electrical devices and systems
  • Advanced technical elective options that can be used to focus on your interests and emerging fields such as embedded vision systems, and artificial intelligence
  • Year-long multidisciplinary senior design capstone course offering real-world engineering experiences through client-driven projects and national competitions

Facilities

Engineering BuildingOur engineering programs are housed in the state-of-the-art Witchger Engineering Building. Here students have access to:

  • Makerspaces
    Equipped with a large range of advanced 3D printers and other rapid prototyping equipment for students.
  • Dedicated teaching labs
    CompE students will explore engineering fundamentals in action throughout the curriculum in our teaching labs.
  • Collaboration spaces
    Conference rooms, project spaces, and our Collaboratorium are among the many spaces available to students to work together with peers and external partners.
  • Study rooms
    Group study rooms, study areas, lounge areas, and more for student to use - to study or to take a break.
  • Project labs
    Large workspaces with moveable tables offer students room to design and prototype various projects.
  • Machine shops
    Manufacturing space with state-of-the-art machining equipment that increases the capability for students to develop sophisticated prototypes in materials like woods, plastics, and metals.

Most of our spaces are equipped with smart AV technology to facilitate multimodal learning.

Curriculum

The Computer Engineering B.S. degree curriculum provides a strong background in core engineering and science courses with an emphasis on:

  • Computer Programming
  • Digital Systems
  • Networking and Communication
  • Microprocessors
  • Controls

The Computer Engineering program requires 130 semester credit hours for graduation. Topics cover 30 credits of general math/science, 24 credits of core engineering coursework, and an additional 46 hours of major specific requirements.

Note: a minor is required for graduation at Marian University.

Sample 4-Year Computer Engineering Curriculum

General Math and Science Requirements (30 hours)

  • MAT 230 Calculus I
  • MAT 231 Calculus II
  • MAT 305 Calculus III
  • EGR 210 Engineering Computation and Modeling
  • EGR 326 Engineering Statistics
  • CHE 141 General Chemistry I
  • CHE 141L General Chemistry I Lab
  • PHY 201 University Physics I
  • PHY 202 University Physics II

Engineering Core Requirements (24 hours)

  • EGR 101 Introduction to Engineering
  • EGR 151 Programming for Engineers
  • EGR 156 Introduction to Computer Aided Design
  • EGR 221 Engineering Mechanics: Statics
  • EGR 242 Linear Circuit Analysis
  • EGR 301 Global Engineering
  • EGR 317 Engineering Economics
  • EGR 490 Engineering Senior Design

Computer Engineering Requirements (46 hours)

  • EGR 326 Engineering Statistics
  • EGR 451 Control Systems
  • CST 200 Data Structures and Algorithms
  • CST 220 Comp Org & Assembly Lang Prog
  • CPE 246 Advanced Programming
  • CPE 256 Computer Vision
  • CPE 303 Introduction to Operating Systems
  • CPE 341 Linear Circuit Analysis II
  • CPE 343 Digital System Design
  • CPE 344 Signal and Systems
  • CPE 356 Microprocessor Design
  • CPE 402 Mechatronics
  • CPE 404 Comp Network & Communications
  • CPE 492 Senior Design II
  • Computer Engineering Elective
  • Computer Engineering Elective

Computer Engineering Four Year Plan and Checklist

Note: This plan is only a sample and will vary by student and course availability. 

A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and a minimum 2.0 major GPA are required for graduation. To meet degree requirements, some disciplines require higher grades in each course or a higher cumulative GPA.

Course descriptions can be found on our online Course Catalog.

Accreditation

The Computer Engineering program is preparing to seek accreditation by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Program Educational Objectives

Graduates of the Computer Engineering Program will, within a few years of graduation:

  • Become practicing engineers in computer engineering and/or related positions in industry, government, or academia.
  • Continue to strengthen their inter-disciplinary foundation of the liberal arts, mathematics, sciences, and engineering to successfully pursue advanced degrees or be engaged in advanced study of computer engineering or related fields.
  • Utilize ethical tools and skills for successful adaptation to the ever-evolving field of computer engineering and assume leadership roles in their professions.

Student Outcomes

Students from the Computer Engineering program will attain, by the time of graduation:

  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

Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded

enrollment numbers
Academic Year Total Enrollment Degrees Awarded
2024-2025 16 0
2023-2024 11 0
2022-2023 5 0
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