Computer Science - Computer Engineering Emphasis, A.A.S.
The program introduces the student to a wide range of computer systems hardware, software, device drivers and peripheral devices.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Total Credit Hours | 63 | |
| Computer Science Requirements | 22 Credits | |
| Complete the requirements | 22 | |
| Emphasis Requirements | 41 Credits | |
| Complete the following (minimum grade of C- required) | ||
| ECE 1000 | Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering | 3 |
| ECE 2250 | Circuit Theory | 3 |
| ECE 2255 | Circuit Theory Lab | 1 |
| ECE 2700 | Digital Design I | 3 |
| IT 1510 | Introduction to System Administration--Linux/UNIX | 3 |
| MATH 1210 | Calculus I QL (fulfills GE requirement) | 4 |
| CS 1410 | Object Oriented Programming | 3 |
| CS 2370 | C Plus Plus Programming | 3 |
| CS 2420 | Introduction to Algorithms and Data Structures | 3 |
| ECE 2705 | Digital Design I Lab | 1 |
| PHYS 2220 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II PP | 4 |
| PHYS 2225 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Lab | 1 |
| Emphasis Elective Requirements | ||
| Complete 6 credits from the following courses (minimum grade of C- required): | 6 | |
| Discrete Mathematical Structures I (3) | ||
| Software Engineering WE (3) | ||
| Web Programming I (3) | ||
| Calculus II (4) | ||
| Complete 3 credits of any CS or ECE course 1000 or higher. | 3 | |
Core Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Total Credit Hours | 22 | |
| General Education Requirements: | 13 Credits | |
| A minimum of 16 credits of General Education requirements are required for graduation. Not all GE requirements are listed in this section (see Specialty Core requirements for more details). | ||
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Academic Writing CC | 3 |
| or ENGH 1005 | Literacies and Composition Across Contexts CC | |
| HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS/FOREIGN LANGUAGE 1 | 3 | |
| COMM 2110 | Interpersonal Communication SS (Minimum grade of C- required) | 3 |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |
BIOLOGY | ||
| Physics for Scientists and Engineers I PP (4) (Minimum grade of C- required) | ||
| PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH/SAFETY OR ENVIRONMENT 2 | 1 | |
| Discipline Core Requirements: | 9 Credits | |
| Complete the following: | ||
| CS 1400 | Fundamentals of Programming (Minimum grade of C- required) | 3 |
| CS 2600 | Computer Networks I (Minimum grade of C- required) | 3 |
| CS 2810 | Computer Organization and Architecture (Minimum grade of C- required) | 3 |
- 1
COMM 1020 Public Speaking HH recommended
- 2
HLTH 1100 Personal Health and Wellness TE or EXSC 1097 Fitness for Life TE recommended
Graduation Requirements
- Completion of a minimum of 63 semester credits.
- Overall grade point average of 2.0 (C) or above.
- Residency hours-- minimum of 20 credit hours though course attendance at UVU.
Graduation Plan
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
| ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005 | Introduction to Academic Writing CC or Literacies and Composition Across Contexts CC | 3 |
| MATH 1210 | Calculus I QL | 4 |
| COMM 2110 | Interpersonal Communication SS | 3 |
| Biology or Physical Science Distribution | 3 | |
| CS 1400 | Fundamentals of Programming | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| PE/Health (HLTH 1100 recommended) | 1 | |
| CS 1410 | Object Oriented Programming | 3 |
| CS 2810 | Computer Organization and Architecture | 3 |
| ECE 1000 | Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering | 3 |
| PHYS 2220 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II PP | 4 |
| PHYS 2225 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Lab | 1 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| CS 2370 | C Plus Plus Programming | 3 |
| CS 2420 | Introduction to Algorithms and Data Structures | 3 |
| CS 2600 | Computer Networks I | 3 |
| ECE 2700 | Digital Design I | 3 |
| ECE 2705 | Digital Design I Lab | 1 |
| CS/ ECE Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| Humanities or Fine Arts (COMM 1020 recommended) | 3 | |
| ECE 2250 | Circuit Theory | 3 |
| ECE 2255 | Circuit Theory Lab | 1 |
| IT 1510 | Introduction to System Administration--Linux/UNIX | 3 |
| Emphasis Elective | 3 | |
| Emphasis Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 63 | |
Program Learning Outcomes
- Graduates are proficient in using data structures and algorithms.
- Graduates understand the foundations of computer architecture
- Graduates will have the ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
- Graduates will have the ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
- Graduates will have the ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needswithin realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety manufacturability and sustainability
- Graduates will have the ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
- Graduates will have the ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
- Graduates will have an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
- Graduates will have the ability to communicate effectively
- Graduates will have the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
- Graduates will have recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
- Graduates will have knowledge of contemporary issues as they relate to computer engineering practice