Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
California State University, Fresno
Key Information
Campus location
Fresno, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 16,089 / per year *
Application deadline
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* with additional fees and living expenses, the overall annual cost is around $28,584
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Introduction
Computer 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 provides:
- 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; and
- Introductory and advanced concepts in the design of computers and computer systems.
Program Outcome
What You Can Learn
- Principles of electrical circuits
- Structural organization, hardware architecture, and design of digital computer systems
- Design of digital systems utilizing microprocessors
- Analyze and design high-frequency amplifiers
Curriculum
1. Major requirements (73-74 units) and additional requirements (35-36 units)
Major core requirements (61-62 units)
ECE 1, ECE 71 or CSCI 40, CSCI 41, ECE 72, ECE 85, ECE 85L, ECE 90, ECE 90L, ECE 103, ECE 106, ECE 118, ECE 118L, ECE 124, ECE 125, ECE 128, ECE 128L, ECE 141, ECE 141L, ECE 144, ECE 146, ECE 174, ECE 176, ECE 178, ECE 186A, ECE 186B
Technical Area (12 units)
Select at least 12 units from the following: ECE 107, ECE 114, ECE 115, ECE 119L, ECE 122LE, ECE 126, ECE 132, ECE 134, ECE 134L, ECE 135, ECE 138, ECE 138L, ECE 140, ECE 148, ECE 150, ECE 155, ECE 156, ECE 172, ECE 173, CSCI 150, CSCI 152E, CSCI 164, CSCI 166, CSCI 172
Additional requirements (35-36 units)
BIOL 10 or BIOL 1A, CHEM 3A, ECON 40 or ECON 50, MATH 75, MATH 76, MATH 77, MATH 81 (or ENGR 101), PHIL 1 or PHIL 10, PHYS 4A, PHYS 4B, PHYS 4BL (see advising notes)
2. General Education requirements (48 units)*
Select one course from each of the G.E. areas: Area A1, A2, D1, F. (See G. E. listings.)
The following courses satisfy both G.E. and major requirements: CHEM 3A [B1], BIOL 10 or BIOL 1A [B2], MATH 75 [B4], PHIL 1 or PHIL 10 [C2], ECON 40 or ECON 50 [D2], ECE 186B [IB], ECE 118 [ID]. Note: Computer Engineering Majors are exempt from G.E. Areas A3, C1, C1/C2, E1, and IC.
3. Other requirements (9 units)
American Government and Institutions (PLSI 2), Multicultural and International (MI), and Upper-division writing. Note: Computer Engineering majors are exempt from the MI requirement.
4. Sufficient elective units to meet required total units (varies)
5. Total (123 units)
Career Opportunities
What You Can Do
Pursue careers in optical communications, microelectronics, computers, radar, microwave communications, and innovative alternative energy sources.