The BS in computer engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.

The program educational objectives and program outcomes were approved by the CE faculty and the CE Industrial Advisory Board, and were shared with the program constituents. They are posted on this web site for reference. We welcome feedback from students, parents, alumni, employers, industrial affiliates and the general public.

RIT Computer Engineering Program Educational Objectives

The computer engineering department has established the following educational objectives for the computer engineering program, which describe the accomplishments of its graduates during the first few years following graduation:

• Career focus: Graduates successfully contribute to the professional workforce typically by applying their knowledge in various areas of computer engineering related to hardware, software and/or systems.

• Graduate Study: Many graduates have pursued, are pursuing, or plan to pursue graduate study in computer engineering, related disciplines or business.

• Independent Learning: Graduates are engaged in lifelong learning and stay current with advancements in their chosen field through independent learning and/or continuing education.

• Professionalism: Graduates conduct themselves in a professional and ethical manner and function as responsible members of society.

RIT Computer Engineering Program Outcomes

By the time of graduation from the program, RIT Computer Engineering graduates must be able to demonstrate:

1. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
2. an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
3. an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
4. an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
5. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
6. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
7. an ability to communicate effectively
8. the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
9. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
10. a knowledge of contemporary issues
11. an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
12. acquired experiential education (through co-op) related to the broader area of computer engineering

Constituent Involvement and Communication

The following constituents are actively included in the CE process.

• Faculty
• Students
• Prospective students and their Parents
• Alumni
• Employers
• Industrial Advisory Board

Information is communicated to the CE constituents through:

• Meetings
• Surveys
• Mailings
• Open Houses
• Informational Tours
• Web page: www.ce.rit.edu

The Computer Engineering Process

Feedback and comment from parents, alumni and other constituents is welcome by emailing to comp.eng@rit.edu