Computer Engineering Technology, A.A.S.

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Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org
Janet Sykes • (901) 333-4138

The mission of the Computer Engineering Technology program is to prepare computer engineering technicians to pursue careers in the design, fabrication, and maintenance of digital systems. The program focuses on the theory and application of computer hardware and software. Students in this program study electric/electronic circuits analysis, digital circuits design and analysis, programming in multiple computer languages, microprocessor/microcontroller interfacing, digital communication, and computer systems and networks. Graduates are employed in areas such as computer hardware/software development and testing, digital systems design and testing, computer network installation and maintenance, and computer systems installation and maintenance.

First Semester: 15 Credits

CENT 1310 Computer Systems and Software
EETC 1313 DC Circuits
ENGL 1010 English Composition I (Gen. Ed.)
MATH 1740 Algebra and Trigonometry I
Technical Elective ¹

Second Semester: 16 Credits

Third Semester: 15 Credits

Fourth Semester: 15 Credits

CENT 2320 Microcontroller Systems II
CENT 2340 Computer Networks and Systems
CITC 1320 A+ Hardware & Software
Humanities/Fine Arts (Gen. Ed.)²
Social/Behavioral Sciences (Gen. Ed.)²

Total Program Credits: 61

This program of study is designed as a terminal degree for a specific career field.

¹ Technical Elective to be selected by the student in consultation with advisor.

Some recommedned (but not required) some options are ENTC 1114 , ETEC 2302 , EETC 2331 , and EETC 2350 .

Please note that Technical Electives with more that 3 credit hours are acceptable.

²Review General Education pages and/or consult advisor for correct selection

Note: Cooperative Education courses are available for this major.