(code ET__BS16) (129 units)
The primary objective of the Computer Engineering Technology program, accredited by TAC of ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology Inc., 111 Market Place, Suite #1050, Baltimore, MD 21202, phone: 410-347-7710, website: http://www.abet.org), is to prepare graduates to pursue careers related to manufacturing, integration, and support of computer systems. Emphasis is placed on specific job skills required of entry level professionals in computer industry, including systems analysis and design, data administration, networking, data communications, data acquisition, oral and written communication, and management principles. The Computer Engineering Technology program is available to students interested in the manufacturing of computers and the applications and operations aspects of computer hardware and software. The program is designed to meet ABET criteria for accredited programs in engineering technology. The graduates of this program should find employment in industry and organizations where a combination of practical hardware and software background is important.
General Requirements: All students in the BSET, BSEET, or BSCET programs must receive a minimum grade of "C" in each of the prerequisite courses before enrolling in any Engineering Technology course. In addition to any other all-university requirements regarding grade point averages for graduation, student must achieve a minimum of 2.0 average in all Engineering Technology courses.
Lower Division: MATH 122; ENGR 101, 102, 203, 203L, PHYS 100 A&B; ET 101, 170, 202, 202L, 205, 205L, 250, 250L, 252, 252L, 255, 255L, 260, 260L, 286, 286L.
Fieldwork experience is required for the BS in Computer Engineering Technology, consisting of no less than three months full-time (40 hours/week) (or equivalent part-time) of employment in an approved industry or governmental agency. The student must hold a position equivalent to a technician or higher which affords the opportunity to exercise responsibility usually given to those who have completed two years of college. The fieldwork must be completed prior to graduation, be certified and approved by the faculty of the Department.
*Note: although every effort is made to keep this Web site up to date, you should also consult the printed catalog for official information and program requirements, which may vary depending on the year you enter(ed) the program.
