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For more information about majors and minors at Merrimack, consult the online course catalog.
As a computer engineering major, you will learn how to research, design, develop and test computer hardware — and supervise its manufacture and installation.
In a collaborative, hands-on environment, you will gain comprehensive knowledge of electrical engineering concepts, plus an in-depth look at data networking and communication. Bonus? Nearly 100 percent of our electrical engineering students find work within two months of graduation — and many commit to jobs before they even graduate!
As a computer engineering major, you will:
You will have the opportunity to take part in internships and other experiential learning opportunities, or co-ops. It’s your chance to gain real-world experience working for industry leaders like Raytheon, Phillips Medical and the MIT Lincoln Laboratory.
As a graduate of our computer engineering program, you will be well equipped to pursue advanced studies or a career in computer engineering. Possible positions for computer engineering majors include:
You will take a combination of required and elective courses to satisfy the bachelor of science degree requirements.
Required Courses
CSC 1610 |
Problem Solving with Java |
CSC 2710 | Analysis of Algorithms I |
CSC 2820 | Data Structures |
CSC 3320 | Operating Systems |
CSC 4720 | Computer Architecture |
CSC 5935 | Data Networking |
EEN 3210 |
Electronics I |
EEN 1001W | Introduction to Engineering |
EEN 1200 | Digital Fundamentals |
EEN 2140 | Circuit Theory II |
EEN 2270 | Embedded Microprocessors |
EEN 4125 |
Discrete Time Signals and Systems |
EEN 4960 |
Design Project I |
EEN 4970 |
Design Project II |
CSC XXXX or EEN XXXX |
Two computer science or electrical engineering electives. |
Cognate Courses
CHM 1110 |
General Chemistry I |
MTH 1217 |
Calculus I |
MTH 1218 |
Calculus II |
MTH 1314 |
Discrete Mathematics |
MTH 1505 |
Applied Statistics and Probability for Engineers |
MTH 3335 |
Linear Algebra |
PHY 2211 |
Physics I |
PHY 2212 |
Physics II |
For more information about majors and minors at Merrimack, consult the online course catalog.