Computer Engineering

Program Mission, Educational Objectives, and Student Outcomes

MISSION

The mission of the computer engineering program is to provide a comprehensive, rigorous, hands-on engineering education in a quality and conducive learning environment; providing students with the skills and competencies necessary for employment or career advancement as Computer engineers. Our graduates will be equipped for life-long learning necessary for professional practice and advanced studies. We will prepare our students to be the technical, business, and global leaders of tomorrow. 

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

• Our graduates would develop into responsible citizenship by engaging in a range of careers in Computer Engineering and related fields, or by pursuing an advance degree to emerge as researchers, experts, and educators.
• Our graduates would engage in meaningful work to practice Computer Engineering in a broad range of industries meeting the expectation of their employers.
• Our graduates would continue to develop professionally by learning new concepts, identify new directions, and other creative pursuits in science and technology.
• Our graduates would demonstrate leadership and communication skills in their chosen career by serving the Computer Engineering profession and their local community, nationally and internationally.

STUDENT OUTCOMES

At the time of graduation, computer engineering students will have achieved the following Student Outcomes:

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Curriculum

Taught by our outstanding engineering faculty with expertise in the many fields that make up computer engineering, you will start your college career with general education courses in chemistry, physics, calculus, and an overall view of the engineering profession as well as analysis and design. Throughout your years at Mount Union, you will engage in our dynamic curriculum that is strongly focused on real-world application. You will gain hands-on experience through a required international experience in the field as well as through the engineering capstone design course.

Careers

Computer engineering is a field with demand and has the potential to grow as more industries outside of computer and electronic product manufacturing begin to research and develop their own electronic devices. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, there is estimated to be 77,600 jobs by 2026. The average median salary in 2017 was $115,120, roughly 25% higher than the median engineering salary.

Experiential Learning

Hands-on, experiential learning opportunities allow engineering students to apply engineering principles learned in the classroom. Students majoring in computer engineering at Mount Union will have ample opportunities to benefit from these real-world experiences outside the classroom, and culminate in building team work skills, communications skills, and hands-on skills that are crucial to career success.

Hands-on opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to work:

• Extensive lab experiences
• Internships
• Student competitions
• Service-learning opportunities
• Faculty-led global engineering field experience
• Undergraduate research with faculty
• Yearlong capstone senior design project

Students will also have the opportunity to be involved in many different student organizations such as the Engineering club, Baja Team, and new student chapter of IEEE. This will allow them to apply engineering principles in the design and development of engineering systems.