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Computer Engineering Technology

Adviser: Dr. Karen Coale Tracey (832-1842)

The Computer Engineering Technology program offers broadly based learning and in-depth knowledge in computer related systems and devices. In a hands-on environment, students explore hardware and software aspects of the computer. In addition students gain knowledge in the state-of-the-art technology in the area of wired and wireless network communication, engineering design, advanced PC operating systems, internet technologies, and computer programming. This program is designed to prepare students to take the industry-based certification exams and to adapt the rapidly changing high-tech industry.

Requirements*

Major Requirements

Computer Engineering Technology majors, regardless of the specialization selected, are required to complete a common core of 30 credits in technical courses as part of their program.

Course Number Course Title Credits
ET 150 Introduction to Engineering Technology 3
ET 251 Appl. Engineering Mechanics I 3
ET 260 CAD & Int. Mfg. OR MFG 121 3
ET 356 Materials Analysis 3
ET 357 Strength of Materials 3
STAT 104 Elementary Statistics1 3
ENG 403 Technical Writing 3
CS 151 Computer Science I 3
CS 152 Computer Science II 3
CS 153 Computer Science II 3

1 Placement exam required

General Education Requirements

A total of 45 credits in General Education studies, must be completed as part of all baccalaureate degree programs. Computer Engineering Technology majors are required to complete the following courses as part of their General Education:

Area Course Number - Name Credits
Skill Area I ENG 110 - Freshman Composition2 3
Skill Area I COMM 140 - Public Speaking 3
Skill Area II MATH 152 - Calculus I 4
Skill Area II MATH 221 - Calculus II 4
Skill Area III Three sequential years of one foreign language at the high school level OR
Passed the foreign language exam OR
Completed 112 or 114 foreign language courses OR
Completed above 112 or 114 foreign language course demonstration
of native proficiency in a language other than English		  
Skill Area IV PE 244 - Fitness/Wellness 2
Study Area I English Literature 9
Study Area II History 6
Study Area III Antropology or Psychology or Sociology 6
Study Area IV PHYS 121 - Gen Physics I OR PHYS 125 - Univ Physics I 4
Study Area IV PHYS 122 - Gen Physics II OR PHYS 126 - Univ Physics II 4

2 Placement exam required

Specialization Requirements

Computer Engineering Technology majors are required to take the following courses as part of their specialization requirements.

Course Number Course Title Credits
CET 113 Introduction to Information Processing 3
CET 229 Computer Hardware Architecture 3
CET 236 Circuit Analysis 3
CET 323 Analog Circuits 3
CET 339 Computer System Administration 3
CET 346 Signals and Systems 3
CET 349 Network Devices 3
CET 366 Fundamentals of Logic Design 3
CET 449 Advanced Networking 3
CET 453 Microprocessors 3
CET 498 Senior Project (Capstone) 3

Directed Electives

Computer Engineering Technology majors are also encouraged to take the following courses as directed electives (w/advisor).

Course Number Course Title Credits
CET 249 Intro to Networking 3
Directed Electives w/advisor approval 9

Free Electives

Computer Engineering Technology majors are also encouraged to take courses as free electives.

Course Number Course Title Credits
Free Electives 4

*Only the most recent set of requirements is shown. Students should refer to their specific requirements, found in the Undergraduate Catalog corresponding to the year in which they enrolled.

Double counting restriction: Of the courses taken in the major and minor/concentration, a total of two courses may be counted to fulfill the Study Areas portion of the General Education program.

Residency requirements: A minimum of 45 credits at CCSU with 15 credits in the Major and 9 credits in the Minor or Concentration (total of 24 in Major).

Note: Elegibility for high honors requires the student to earn 62 credits in residence at CCSU.

School of Engineering and Technology - CCSU, 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 06050 1-860-832-1800
The School of Engineering and Technology is one of four schools within Central Connecticut State University.
Last Modified: 10:48 AM 6/6/2008