What is Computer Engineering?

Web Definition: “The creative application of engineering principles and methods to the design and development of hardware and software systems”

Every time you switch on your computer, place a phone call, watch television, or use a microwave oven, you are using a product that required a great deal of computer engineers’ brain power to design and develop. Electrical and computer engineers are mostly responsible for the electronic and information technology revolution of 20th and 21st centuries. Computer engineers of the future will continue to have a great impact on on the economy, but more importantly will continue to improve the quality of human life.

Educational Experience

Computer engineering students learn the importance of both computer hardware as well as software. You will learn to harness the power of electrons and use it to invent your own “miracles.”

As a Computer Engineering student, you will study fundamentals of computer system design involving both hardware and software. You will learn the fundamentals of operation and design of modern electronic marvels such as computers, integrated circuits, software design, robotics, etc. You will also learn to appreciate the importance of team work, written and oral communication skills, continuing education, etc. As a graduate of the Saint Louis University, you will receive Jesuit education with all the right values to be an effective leader. Graduates have all the tools to push the new frontiers of technology.

Computer engineering students are expected to spend a good deal of their time in our well-equipped laboratories. Classroom experience is complemented with hands-on experience in our laboratories. Students conduct experiments in department laboratory facilities starting their freshman year. Design experience is well-integrated throughout the four-year curriculum. The program culminates with a year-long senior design experience in which students work in interdisciplinary teams to carry out major projects. Students are also welcome to work with faculty to carry out research programs and further enhance their educational experience.

More information about the job market for electrical engineers (including salary figures) is available here.

If you have additional questions and if you are seeking additional info please contact ECE Dept. office at (314) 977-8300 or e-mail to: waltheslk@slu.edu.

Basic Science and Math	Credits
Chemistry & Lab	4
Computer Science	4
Physics	8
Calculus	12
Discrete Math	3
Differential Equations	3
Probability and Statistics	3
Linear Algebra	3
Technical Elective	3
Liberal Arts	Credits
Composition	6
Communication	4
Theology	3
Ethics	3
Humanities	3
Social/Behavioral Science	3
Cultural Diversity	3
CpE Core	Credits
Introduction to EE	1
Circuits I, II, & Lab	7
Digital Design and Lab	4
OO Software Design	3
Signals and Systems	3
Microprocessors and Lab	4
Semiconductor Devices	3
Data Structures & OO (CS)	4
System Modeling	1
Computer System Design and Lab	4
Advanced Digital Design	3
Computer Architecture (CS)	3
Operating Systems (CS)	3
Computer Networks	3
Senior Design I & II	6
Electrical and Computer Eng. Electives	6
B.S. in CpE Total	126

Review course descriptions.