Computer Engineering
Students desiring to study the application of computers and digital systems will find computer engineering to be a rewarding experience. Study is intensive and students desiring to develop proficiency in the subfields of computer engineering such as hardware, software, and systems that arise in the design, analysis, development, and application of computers and digital systems, will find this program to be a challenge. Applied skills will enable students to analyze, design, and test digital computer systems, architectures, networks, and processes.
The Computer Engineering curriculum provides a balanced treatment of hardware and software principles; each provides a broad foundation in some combination of computer science and electronic engineering of computers and digital systems with emphasis on theory, analysis, and design. Requirements spread widely across a range of courses and allow revisiting the subject matter with spiral learning taking place. The curriculum contains sufficient flexibility to support various areas of specialization and the program structure allows a broadly based course of study and provides selection from among many professional electives. In all cases, the culminating design experience takes place after students in the program have developed sufficient depth of coverage in the core subject areas.
The goal of the Computer Engineering program is to prepare students for a professional career in computer engineering by establishing a foundation for lifelong learning and development. Sacred Heart University faculty are known for their hands-on approach to learning, small classrooms, and personal attention to their students. The curriculum and mentorship from faculty provide a platform for further work leading to graduate studies in computer engineering, as well as careers in fields such as business, law, medicine, management and others. Students develop design skills progressively. The process culminates with the senior design course(s), which complements the analytical part of the curriculum. The thorough preparation afforded by the computer engineering curriculum includes the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context.
Facilities and Resources
We have a dedicated student lab, a networking and gaming lab, three dedicated computer classrooms and a Motion Capture lab for digital editing. We also have a Physics/Digital Design lab and two additional engineering/design labs are being renovated for use by Fall 2018.