Computer Engineering Technology Bachelor of Science Degree

Computer engineering technology courses bridge the gap between hardware and software by providing a solid foundation in each and integrating them with intensive classroom and laboratory experiences.

From a software perspective, you will:

• Gain experience in cutting-edge development with programming languages currently used in industry
• Immerse yourself in industry standards for application software development
• Understand the process for creating development application code
• Master state-of-the-art problem-solving techniques
• Utilize embedded "C" real-time operating systems programming

The hardware focus is on digital systems design and development. From low-level gate design to high-end microprocessors, you’ll gain an architectural understanding of computer systems. The curriculum includes:

• In-depth design and analysis of combinational logic
• Sequential logic and state machines
• Micro-controller systems
• Microprocessor systems

You’ll perform FPGA development and design in a hardware description language using industry-standard computer-aided engineering tools.

Elective courses may be used to pursue a four-course option in audio or wireless communications, or you may use electives to specialize in a particular area of industry or pursue a personal interest.

A Hands-On, Capstone Experience in Computer Engineering Technology

In the final year of the computer engineering technology major, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience through a two-course, two-semester capstone course. You will apply what you’ve learned throughout the program’s curriculum and on your co-ops to a team-based project. The experience includes product ideation, project/resource management techniques, and best practices; system-level specification, modeling, partition, and design; team collaboration and communication; documentation practices; industry-level coding practices; hardware and software co-design methodologies; design reuse and intellectual property creation; design verification and validation; and design sign-off. The experience models how project research, development, and design happen in industry. Past capstone projects have included the design and development of autonomous rovers and self-guided drones.

Furthering Your Education: Add a Master’s Degree and Advance Your Career Faster

RIT’s Combined Accelerated Bachelor’s/Master’s Degrees enable you to earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in as little as five years, giving you a competitive advantage.

• Computer Engineering Technology BS/Computer Science MS: 
• +1 MBA: Students who enroll in a qualifying undergraduate degree may add an MBA to their bachelor’s degree after their first year of study, depending on their program. Learn more about the +1 MBA.