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Electrical and Computer Engineering Majors

BS Computer Engineering (92.5–93.5 hours*)

This is a limited-enrollment program requiring departmental admissions approval. Please see the college advisement center or the department advisor for information regarding requirements for admission to this major.

Objectives

1.
  
Provide instruction in computer engineering by introducing students to the analytical thinking, language, and skills that prepare them for a career in computer engineering and further study in postgraduate programs.

2.
  
Provide opportunities to engage in scholarly research or creative design that complement the education obtained through the course work by including design laboratories, a major design experience, and, where practical, participation in funded research projects.

3.
  
Seek and retain faculty who are examples of faith, intellect, and character and who instill in students the skills and the desire to continue learning and to serve others throughout their lives.

4.
  
Sustain an excellent, nationally recognized undergraduate program that produces graduates capable of competing with the best in the field.

Major Requirements

1.
  
Complete the following preprofessional program as soon as possible upon entering BYU:

  a.
  
Complete the following (or approved equivalent courses):
Math 112, 113.
Phscs 121, 220.

  b.
  
Complete at least one preprofessional course (other than Engl 312 or 316) from those listed in item 2 below.

  c.
  
During the semester of completing the above, obtain an application from the college advisement center and apply for professional status. (Contact the department or the college advisement center for additional details.)

2.
  
Complete the following supporting courses (either as a preprofessional or a professional student):
Chem 105 or 111.
CS 142, 235, 236, 240.
ECEn 124, 224.
Engl 312 or 316.
Math 334, 343.

3.
  
Complete the following professional requirements:
ECEn 212, 313, 317, 320, 324, 370, 380, 490, 491.

4.
  
Complete at least 20 hours from the following advanced program and technical electives:
  a.
  
Complete at least 2 hours from the following courses:
ECEn 360, 361, 362 (credit will not be given for both 360/361 and 362).
  b.
  
Complete at least two of the following courses:
ECEn 425, 427, 451.

  c.
  
Complete remaining course hours from the following:
  (1)
  
Additional courses listed in items 4a and 4b above.

  (2)
  
CS 345, 428, 431, 452, 455, 456, 460, 462, 465, 470, 472, 486.

  (3)
  
500-level computer science courses.
  (4)
  
300-level and higher electrical and computer engineering courses except 301.

  (5) Other engineering, mathematics, and physics courses as specified or approved by the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department.

Note: Contact the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department for current information about added and/or deleted courses, as well as information about when courses are offered.

*Hours include courses that may fulfill university core requirements.



BS Electrical Engineering (90.5–91.5 hours*)

This is a limited-enrollment program requiring departmental admissions approval. Please see the college advisement center or the department office for information regarding requirements for admission to this major.

Program Objectives

1.
  
Provide instruction in electrical engineering by introducing students to the analytical thinking, language, and skills that prepare them for a career in electrical engineering and further study in postgraduate programs.

2.
  
Provide opportunities to engage in scholarly research or creative design that complement the education obtained through the course work by including design laboratories, a major design experience, and, where practical, participation in funded research projects.

3.
  
Seek and retain faculty who are examples of faith, intellect, and character and who instill in students the skills and the desire to continue learning and to serve others throughout their lives.

4.
  
Sustain an excellent, nationally recognized undergraduate program that produces graduates capable of competing with the best in the field.

Major Requirements

1.
  
Complete the following preprofessional program as soon as possible upon entering BYU:

  a.
  
Complete the following (or approved equivalent courses):
Math 112, 113.
Phscs 121, 220.

  b.
  
Complete at least one preprofessional course (other than Engl 312 or 316) from those listed in item 2 below.

  c.
  
During the semester of completing the above, obtain an application from the college advisement center and apply for professional status. (Contact the department or the college advisement center for additional details).

2.
  
Complete the following supporting courses (either as a preprofessional or a professional student):
Chem 105 or 111.
CS 142, 235.
ECEn 124, 224.
Engl 312 or 316.
Math 214, 334, 343.
Phscs 281.

3.
  
Complete the following professional requirements:
ECEn 212, 313, 317, 360, 361, 370, 380, 490, 491.

4.
  
Complete at least 19 hours from the following advanced program and technical electives:
  a.
  
Complete four courses from the following:
ChEn 381.
ECEn 320, 324, 425, 427, 443, 445, 450, 451, 460, 483, 485, 487.
  b.
  
Complete remaining course hours selected from the following:
    (1)
  
Additional courses listed in item 4a above, or other 400-level electrical and computer engineering courses.

    (2)
  

500-level electrical and computer engineering courses.

    (3)
  

Other engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science courses as specified or approved by the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department.

Note: Contact the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department for current information about added and/or deleted courses, as well as information about when courses are offered.

*Hours include courses that may fulfill university core requirements.

 
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