From CPU to code, learn to engineer every part of a computer
The Bachelor of Science in computer engineering program at Trine University focuses on integrating hardware and software. We emphasize
computer hardware - from the scale of individual transistors - up through embedded
computers, networks, high-level languages, and software engineering.
We design and implement digital logic and computer systems that meet user-defined
specifications.
We write software that operates on the hardware inside consumer electronics and vehicles.
The degree: Get interactive with computer systems and theory
You can expect discussion and hands-on learning experiences in hardware, software
and everything in between, such as:
Digital logic and computer design
Programming methodology and languages
Computer elements and architecture
Algorithms and data structures
Real-time embedded systems
Trine University's computer engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation
Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
The experience: Try your own ideas in the lab
To enhance your in-depth theoretical explorations, you will spend a significant amount
of time in our laboratories, which emphasize experimentation as well as design, and
are developed around industry practices and demands. This provides you the most immersive,
relevant engineering curriculum, giving you the technical knowledge and practical problem-solving skills employers desire.
The result: Successful careers in industry, development and consumer electronics
Over the past 10 years more than 90 percent of our graduates have started their first
professional career position within six months of graduation. Many have their first
job arranged before they graduate. Most of our graduates go into the commercial world
in industries such as aerospace, telecommunications, software development and consumer
electronics. Some of our graduates (about 10 percent) decide to go on to graduate
school, and some work for federal government agencies.
Senior Design Project: Stair Climbing Robot by students: Joe Brown, Maxwell Frame,
Kyler Koets, and Chris Ryan
Computer engineering or software engineering?
Trine University offers majors in both software engineering and computer engineering.
If you're not sure which one is right for you, consider the following:Computer engineering
is focused on designing, developing and operating computer systems. The major concentrates
on digital hardware devices and computers, and the software that controls them.Software engineering is centered on building and maintaining software systems. It’s a more software-oriented
program and has a greater emphasis on large software applications. The major also
highlights the entire software development process, from idea to final product, as
well as applying an orderly approach to help ensure products are safe and reliable.
Additional Information
Below are some job/internship opportunities you can explore while attending Trine:
Wright-Patterson Airforce Base–Summer research.
Cooper Tire–Computer-controlled manufacturing.
DLZ–Multi-disciplinary architecture and planning firm.
BAE Engineering–Aircraft engine controls
Delphi–Integrated circuit fabrication.
ITT–Military radio design
Cooperative employmentis formalized in a full-time Trine University course: CO 050 - Co-Op Employment. Students
must pre-register for this course before each semester's work assignment. A co-op
experience may also be used for program credits through the course: CO 453 Co-Op Work
Experience. This is a 3-credit course that students may register for in their senior
year if they have completed three co-op assignments (including summer) the last term
of co-op being within a calendar of graduation. The 3-credit course may be counted
in the degree credit hour requirement (132 hours). Senior students in the 3-credit
course are expected to submit a formal report detailing technical aspects of their
employment.For additional information on cooperative education or internships, contact
the Career Services office by calling260.665.4124,careerservices@trine.edu, or visit theCareer Services website.
Below is a sample of companies employing recent Trine grads:
Adaptive Micro-Ware, Fort Wayne, IN The design of digital system for communications
The Air Force Institute of Technology Graduate study in computer engineering
BAE Systems, Fort Wayne, IN Control systems for aircraft
Epic Systems, WI Software engineering for healthcare systems
ITT Exelis, Fort Wayne, IN The design and test of radio communication systems
LHP Control Systems Embedded computer for engine control
Raytheon Net-Centric Systems, Fort Wayne, IN Computer hardware design for communications
Rockwell Automation Computer-integrated control systems
ThermoFisher Scientific Clinical and scientific instruments
University of Notre Dame Semiconductor device research
Whirlpool, Benton Harbor, MI Embedded computer design for appliances
Technical excellence is required when working on space-based systems. The work quality required, and the incredible systems I get to design and implement make work fulfilling.