MA/MS in Computer Engineering

The Master of Science in Computer Engineering teaches students to design next-generation computers and embedded systems. Coursework spans the digital integrated circuit design process, with targets that include field programmable gate arrays and application specific integrated circuits. Designers weigh trade-offs involving performance, cost, power use, and reliability. Graduates are prepared for engineering roles across industry and government. The program also covers complete software development for microcontrollers, microprocessors, multi-core systems, and graphics processing units. Students learn to divide a system into hardware and software parts and to build interfaces between them. Project-based courses and labs introduce modern design tools, and students practice writing technical reports and delivering presentations. Students may focus on embedded architectures, networking, signal processing, hardware security, IoT security, machine learning hardware, or space-based systems.