Computer Engineering Associate in Science Degree Program

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Program	Units
AS Associate in Science Degree Program
Civil Engineering	60 units
Electrical Engineering	60 units
Engineering	60 units
Mechanical Engineering	60 units

Career Opportunities

Engineering is one of the highest paid professions in the country. Computer Engineering graduates work in a variety of specialized fields including analog and digital electronics, computer architecture, microprocessor design, digital signal processing, software and firmware development, embedded systems, mobile computing, computer vision, wireless networking, robotics and mechatronics. Typical entry-level positions include quality assurance and systems testing in software and hardware, and frequently involve working on project teams.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

Apply knowledge of math, science, and engineering to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
Collaborate, communicate effectively in verbal, written, and visual forms via technical drawing (CAD), and work well in situations that require teamwork and leadership.
Design and perform tests or experiments, analyze and interpret data including the use of statistical error analysis, and prepare technical reports summarizing the results of the tests or experiments.
Develop an electrical or electronic hardware design or embedded system given a set of requirements, specifications, and constraints.
Use techniques, skills, and modern engineering and computer tools necessary for computer engineering practice including Integrated Development Environments (IDEs), computer aided drafting (CAD) software, circuit simulation software, modern electronics test equipment, circuit prototyping and repair tools, design and manufacture of printed circuit boards, and embedded programming development tools and devices.

Program Overview

The Computer Engineering Associates of Science degree program prepares students for transfer to a four-year institution to complete their baccalaureate degree in engineering and opens the door for entry-level internships in engineering. Special emphasis is given to developing skills in critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and entry-level skills in electronics design and embedded systems software development including data structures and algorithms.

Program Requirements

Core Courses (29 units):		Units
ENGR 100	Introduction to Engineering	3 units
MATH 251	Calculus with Analytic Geometry I	5 units
MATH 252	Calculus with Analytic Geometry II	5 units
MATH 253	Calculus with Analytic Geometry III	5 units
MATH 275	Ordinary Differential Equations	3 units
PHYS 250	Physics with Calculus I	4 units
PHYS 260	Physics with Calculus II	4 units

Computer Engineering Courses (14 Units):		Units
CIS 250	Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming: C++	3 units
CIS 252	Introduction to Data Structures: C++	3 units
CIS 257	Introduction to Microcontrollers with C/C++	1 unit
CIS 262	Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science	3 units
ENGR 260	Circuits and Devices	3 units
ENGR 261	Circuits and Devices Laboratory	1 unit

Total Required Major Units: 43

And required General Education coursework and electives as needed to meet the minimum 60 units required for the Associate degree.

Please refer to the AA/AS Degree Requirements for more information.