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Majors, Minor, and Certificate

Computer Engineering Major

Computer Engineers apply algorithmic and digital design principles to design, build, and test computer software or hardware components used for information processing, communication, and storage typically embedded in larger engineered systems and in distributed, networked environments. Application areas include communication, automation and robotics, power and energy, health care, business, security, entertainment, and many others.

The Computer Engineering program is a four-year program leading to a bachelor of science degree in engineering.  The program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET,  https://www.abet.org.

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Electrical Engineering Major

Electrical Engineers apply electronic and electromagnetic/optical principles to design, build, and test analog or digital devices, circuits, and systems for processing, communication, and storage of information; distribution, conversion, and storage of energy; and process automation or robotics. Application areas include communication, manufacturing, power and energy, health care, computing, security, entertainment, and many others.

This degree program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.

Engineering Management Major

Engineering management offers an interdisciplinary approach to address the complexities in today's workplace. This program also provides a diverse academic background, including engineering, business, science, mathematics, and the liberal arts.

The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department offers the Electronics and Computing Concentration of Engineering Management. This concentration provides a solid foundation in electrical and computer engineering while developing the skills necessary to manage the development of products, including computers and other electronics. Graduates can have an impact on the needs of a global society whose reliance on electronics and computing is ever-increasing.

Robotics Engineering Major

New to the College of Engineering, our Robotics Engineering Program is ideal for students excited by self-driving cars, autonomous drones, and other next-generation technology. A broad, interdisciplinary curriculum prepares you for a constantly-evolving job market in competitive fields like automated systems, smart homes and cities, health care, advanced manufacturing, and transportation.

See Robotics Engineering in action

Watch a demonstration from our Industrial Robotics Lab and hear from current students.

Minor and Certificate Options

Electrical circuits

Electrical Engineering Minor

This minor provides an understanding of the fundamentals of electrical and electronic engineering. This includes a variety of applications involving electrical/electronic circuits and microprocessor systems. It combines a strong base in engineering science with project-based lab and design experiences.

Electrical engineering students working on a Tesla prototype

The Paper Engineering Certificate for Electrical Engineers

This certificate provides a unique opportunity for electrical engineering majors to explore the paper industry and expand their career prospects. This program is specifically designed to meet the needs of electrical engineering students.

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Garland Hall, Room 260
650 E. High Street
Oxford, OH 45056