Overview
Computer hardware engineers develop and design new processor chips that power computers, tablets, smartphones, and play a central role in countless other modern electronic devices, appliances, and vehicles.
This FA focuses on the design of modern high-performance computers and microcontrollers, including digital electronics, computer and processor architecture, and the design and testing of integrated circuit chips.
Students pursuing this FA may find employment with large computer chip manufacturers such as Intel and AMD, or any of thousands of smaller companies that design customized digital hardware for use in their products and applications.
Students interested in this FA are encouraged to consider the course suggestions listed below when completing their plan of study form:
| EE Computer Track | Suggested Options |
|---|---|
| Track | Computer |
| Depth Elective (Select One) | ECE:5300 Switching Theory ECE:5320 High Performance Computer Architecture (Same as: CS:5610) ECE:5380 Testing of Digital Logic Circuits |
| Breadth Elective (Select One) | ECE:3410 Electronic Circuits ECE:3540 Communication Networks ECE:3720 EE Materials and Devices ECE:3600 Control Systems |
| 5000-Level ECE Elective (Select Two) | All 5000-level depth electives listed above and ECE:5550 Internet of Things (Prerequisite: ENGR 2730) |
| ECE Elective (Select One) | All breadth, depth and 5000-level ECE electives listed above and |
| Technical Elective (Select Two) | All breadth, depth and 5000-level ECE electives listed above and |
| Additional Electives (Select one 3 s.h. & one ≥2 s.h.) | Any of the above OR course selected in consultation with advisor. |
Advising Notes
- All computer interest students satisfy the requirements for a minor in computer science.
- A minor in mathematics can be earned by including one qualifying math course in the FA plan.
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