B.S. in Computer Engineering Technology

The education and training you need for exciting careers in the new field of computer hardware technology is available through the Department of Electronics and Computer Technology at Indiana State University. You may earn either a bachelor of science degree in computer hardware technology, or an associate degree in electronics and computer technology.

Indiana State University's Department of Electronics and Computer Technology offers you preparation for exciting careers in electronics technology and other related areas. You may earn a four-year bachelor of science degree in electronics technology or a two-year associate degree in electronics and computer technology.

Majoring in one of the programs offered by the department provides you with opportunities to:

• work with modern equipment
• enjoy small class sizes
• receive instruction from a full-time faculty member
• have life-time access to services of the University's Career Center
• have the opportunity for internship and professional practice experiences

Course Curriculum

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

ISU's electronics technology program will appeal to whether you are a beginning or advanced student. Courses offer a practical use of classroom theories in laboratory settings, and are arranged in a logical sequence from the most basic concepts through highly technical principles. Several professional courses are also offered in the curriculum to assist you in developing management skills. In addition, you have the opportunity to become an active member of several professional organizations.

As a technically competent person with excellent social and leadership skills, you will be qualified to move into a promising professional career.

OPTIONS

You may choose to reinforce the major in electronics technology with a minor in computer hardware technology mathematics or business. Other options available include completing a bachelors degree with majors in computer hardware technology or an associate degree in electronics and computer technology.

Professional Practices Program

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Completion of the degree requirements for the bachelor's degree in computer hardware technology qualifies you for careers in:

• instrumentation and controls
• computer applications in industrial processes
• technical sales and field service
• computerized manufacturing

Graduates of Indiana State's computer hardware technology program hold positions with companies such as Delco Electronics, TRW, Lilly Pharmaceutical, Allen-Bradley, Siemens Corporation, Hewlett-Packard, Applied Extrusion Technologies, Public Service Indiana, New Castle Engineering, Merck Chemical, Mobile, and the Crane Naval Depot.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

ISU Campus Contacts: ( check ECT bulletin boards )

• ISA is the international society for measurement and control
• National Association of Industrial Technology
• Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)
• Robotics International of SME
• Computers and Automated Systems Association
• Epsilon Pi Tau

OFF CAMPUS LINKS

ISA is the international society for measurement and control

National Association of Industrial Technology

Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)