Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Lakeland, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 105 / per credit *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* resident and non-resident tuition fee for 30 credit hours
Introduction
Our B.S. in Computer Engineering combines the hardware background and aptitude of electrical engineering with the firmware and software writing skills of computer science. Computer engineers design and build embedded microcontrollers, VLSI chips, analog sensors, mixed signal circuit boards, and operating systems — and guide how these parts integrate into the larger picture.
Get Involved Outside the Classroom
We have an active student organization community with more than 35 clubs that vary based on specific academic interests, professional development, and activities just for fun.
Cybersecurity Club
The Cybersecurity Club is a collective of Florida Poly students who want to learn both offensive and defensive cybersecurity and covers a broad range of topics relating to cybersecurity.
Programming Club
Florida Poly’s Programming Club is a place where people with an appreciation of programming and any level of skill can go and learn and have fun.
Media Club
Members of the Media Club work to provide students with the equipment to discover and explore current and emerging forms of media, including video production, game development, and audio production.
Purple Fire Robotics
Students focus on building Combat, VEX, and other robotics and entering them in competitions around the region and across the nation. The Purple Fire Robotics team welcomes students of all skill levels to join.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
We offer generous need- and merit-based scholarships and participate in statewide college funding programs like Florida Bright Futures and Florida Prepaid.
Institutional Scholarships
- Alexander Scholars
- Provost Scholars
- Florida Poly Merit Scholars
- Johnson Scholarship
- Latin American Caribbean Scholarship
- Florida Poly National Merit Finalist Scholarship
Out-of-State Scholarships
- First Generation Matching Grant
- Florida Student Assistance Grants (FSAG)
- Florida Bright Futures Scholarship
- José Martí Scholarship Grant Fund
- Rosewood Family Scholarship
Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering degree program encompasses a range of disciplines including engineering, science, and mathematics. The program educates students in the fundamental core of computer engineering and its cutting-edge, high-impact areas. Through consultation with faculty mentors, students in the program choose from concentrations such as Energy, Robotics,
Automotive focuses on autonomous and hybrid vehicles and Machine Intelligence. The program seeks to inoculate an understanding of the fundamental principles of science and engineering by providing students with experiences in our hallmark design sequence with project-based learning activities and applied research opportunities.
College Skills (1) & Co-Curricular
- EGN 1006 - Career Design for STEM Disciplines (Credits: 1)
- IDS 4941 - Professional Experience Internship (Credits: 0)
General Education (37)
Communication (6)
- ENC 1101 - English Composition 1: Expository and Argumentative Writing (Credits: 3)
- ENC 2210 - Technical Writing (Credits: 3)
Arts and Humanities (6-9)
Required, select one of the following:
- ARH 2000 - Art Appreciation (Credits: 3)
- HUM 2020 - Introduction to the Humanities (Credits: 3)
- LIT 2000 - Introduction to Literature (Credits: 3)
- PHI 2010 - Introduction to Philosophy (Credits: 3)
- MUL 2010 - Music Appreciation (Credits: 3)
Required for CE majors:
- IDS 2144 - Legal, Ethical, and Management Issues in Technology (Credits: 3)
Optional:
- HUM 2022 - Explorations in the Humanities (Credits: 3)
Social Sciences (3-6)
Required, one of the following:
- AMH 2020 - American History Since 1877 (Credits: 3)
- ECO 2013 - Principles of Macroeconomics (Credits: 3)
- PSY 2012 - General Psychology (Credits: 3)
Optional, one from the following:
- AMH 2010 - American History to 1877 (Credits: 3)
- ECO 2023 - Principles of Microeconomics (Credits: 3)
- HIS 2930 - Special Topics (Credits: 3)
Mathematics (11)
- MAC 2311 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus 1 (Credits: 4)
- MAC 2312 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus 2 (Credits: 4)
- MAD 2104 - Discrete Mathematics (Credits: 3)
Natural Sciences (8)
- CHM 2045 - Chemistry 1 (Credits: 3)
- CHM 2045L - Chemistry 1 Laboratory (Credits: 1)
- PHY 2048 - Physics 1 (Credits: 3)
- PHY 2048L - Physics 1 Laboratory (Credits: 1)
Advanced Math and Science (13)
- MAP 2302 - Differential Equations (Credits: 3)
- MAS 3114 - Computational Linear Algebra (Credits: 3)
- PHY 2049 - Physics 2 (Credits: 3)
- PHY 2049L - Physics 2 Laboratory (Credits: 1)
- STA 3032 - Probability and Statistics (Credits: 3)
Computer Engineering Core (48)
These courses provide an essential foundation in Computer Engineering.
- IDS 1380 - Foundational Lessons in Applications of Mathematics (Credits: 3)
- EGN 1007 - Concepts and Methods for Engineering and Computer Science (Credits: 1)
- EGN 2001C - Engineering Skills and Design (Credits: 2)
- EEL 2011C - Electrical and Computer Engineering Skills and Design (Credits: 2)
- COP 2271 - Introduction to Computation and Programming (Credits: 3)
- EEL 3111 - Circuits 1 (Credits: 3)
- EEL 3112 - Circuits 2 (Credits: 3)
- EEL 3135 - Systems and Signals (Credits: 3)
- EEE 3310 - Digital Electronics (Credits: 3)
- COP 3337 - Object Oriented Programming (Credits: 3)
- COP 3530 - Data Structures & Algorithms (Credits: 3)
- EEL 3702 - Digital Logic Design (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4746 - Microprocessors (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4768 - Computer Architecture and Organization (Credits: 3)
- CDA 3631C - Embedded Operating Systems (Credits: 3)
- EEL 3791C - Computer Engineering Design Lab 1 (Credits: 3)
- EEL 3792 - Computer Engineering Design Lab 2 (Credits: 4)
Concentrations (12)
Students choose one concentration area.
Advanced Topics
- Complete Twelve (12) credits from any computer engineering concentration, or computer engineering core elective courses.
Automotive
- EEL 4220 - Electronic Motor Control (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4312 - Electric and Hybrid Vehicles (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4332 - Intro to Autonomous Vehicles (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4665 - Autonomous Perception Systems (Credits: 3)
Energy
- EEL 4283 - Renewable Energy Systems (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4276 - Smart-Grid and Cyber-Physical Security (Credits: 3)
- EEL 3287 - Renewable Energy and Sustainability (Credits: 3)
- ENV 3049 - Life Cycle Assessment and Modeling (Credits: 3)
Machine Intelligence
- EEL 4759 - Digital Image Processing (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4810 - Neural Networks and Applications (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4736 - HW/SW Co-Design (Credits: 3)
- CAI 4104 - Machine Learning Hardware (Credits: 3)
Robotics
Select 12 credits (4 courses) from the following electives:
- EEL 4665 - Autonomous Perception Systems (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4220 - Electronic Motor Control (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4664 - Kinematics and Control of Robotic Systems (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4660 - Autonomous Robotic Systems (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4652 - Control Theory (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4612 - Control System Design (Credits: 3)
Capstone Design Sequence (6)
- CEN 4950 - Senior Design 1 (Credits: 3)
- CEN 4951 - Senior Design 2 (Credits: 3)
Computer Engineering Core Electives (3)
- CDA 4210 - VLSI Design (Credits: 3)
- EEL 4759 - Digital Image Processing (Credits: 3)
- EEE 4510 - Digital Signal Processing (Credits: 3)
Program Outcome
Graduates are expected to be highly sought-after individuals prepared to take on the challenging and rapidly changing computer engineering field. with a solid and competitive foundation focusing on state-of-the-art advances in the specialized concentration areas. Graduates will be known for their solid and competitive foundation and knowledge of the state-of-the-art advances in the specialized concentration areas and are expected to attain the following within a few years of graduation.
- Demonstrate competency in developing solutions in a specialized area of computer engineering either individually or through interdisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrate success in technical or business activities through engineering ability, communication, professional and ethical skills, and knowledge.
- Be distinguished high-in-demand engineering professionals as innovators and entrepreneurs.
- Demonstrate professional growth through post-graduate education, continuing education, or professional activity.
Upon completion of the computer engineering degree program, students will attain the following outcomes to be ready to enter the professional practice of engineering.
- An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
- 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
- An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
- An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informal judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
- 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
- An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
- An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
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Career Opportunities
The B.S. in Computer Engineering program gives you broad computational thinking, programming, and mathematics. engineering and problem-solving skills you’ll need to succeed as a computing engineer in a range of emerging careers and industries.
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Internship Opportunities
Internships are an important part of setting you up for success after college and are a requirement for you to graduate.
Research Opportunities
Conduct research alongside faculty that is improving lives and changing businesses, with impact ranging from the local Lakeland community to the outer reaches of space.
Career Development
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