The computer engineering technology program is designed for the student who wishes to pursue a career as a computing professional and who desires a challenging curriculum which offers a holistic approach to computing. Shawnee State’s program maintains a balance between computer software and hardware by blending the most critical courses from computer science with those from electrical engineering technology.

The program also balances computing theory with application by offering rigorous courses, and adding to each of these courses an applied lab component. These labs encourage the application of theoretical knowledge to real-world projects which involve software applications, microprocessor-based systems, and computer networks.

The overall breadth and depth of the program prepares graduates to apply computing-based solutions to problems in industry, business, and medicine. In addition, their skills help them expand the frontiers of society by enabling those in the arts and sciences to attain greater levels of achievement in science, literature, art, music, and philosophy through appropriately applied computing technologies.

Computer Engineering Technology Student Outcomes (SOs)

Students in the Computer Engineering Technology Program at Shawnee State University are expected to acquire at least the following five fundamental abilities during the program.

1. Apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined computer engineering technology problems;
2. Design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined computer engineering technology problems;
3. Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature;
4. Conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes; and
5. Function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.

Math Placement

The co-requisite course for ETEM 1110 Electrical Fundamentals 1 (DC) is MATH 1200 College Algebra; however, the beginning math requirement for this program is MATH 1250.  The course sequence may vary depending on math placement. A sample freshmen course sequence, based on placement in MATH1250, is as follows:

	Fall Term	Spring Term
	ETEM 1110  Electrical Fundamentals 1 (DC)	ETEM1111  Electrical Fundamentals 2 (AC)
	MATH 1250 Trigonometry	ETEM 1216  Electronics
	ENGL 1101 or ENGL 1102  Discourse & Composition	ETEC 1101  Structured Programming
	ETCO 1120  Intro to STEM Programming	ETEC 1302  Computing Systems
	GEP Fine Arts Elective	ENGL 1105 Comp and Argumentation
	UNIV 1100 Freshman Year Experience

Students that don’t meet the requirements for MATH1250 should work with the Engineering Technology department and/or their academic advisor to develop an alternate schedule.

Computer Requirement

All students in the B.S. in Computer Engineering Technology, B.S. in Digital Simulation and Gaming Engineering Technology, and A.A.S. in Electromechanical Engineering Technology degree programs are required to purchase a laptop computer for use in class.

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