2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Dec 26, 2024

2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Computer Engineering Technology Major

(66 credits)

Computer Engineering Technology provides students the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge, and strengths to become technicians and technical leaders in the design, implementation, integration, and support of computer-based and network systems; which are critical to the achievement of initiatives, projects, research, and business goals.

*The Computer Engineering Technology undergraduate program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.

Required Courses:

Electronics and Computer Technology Courses (51 credits):

ET 103 - Technical Graphics with CAD 3 Credits
ECT 130 - Introduction to Electronics and Computer Technology 2 Credits
ECT 231 - Digital Computer Logic 3 Credits
ECT 430 - Senior Seminar 1 Credits
The following courses have a laboratory component requiring additional contact hours:
ECT 165 - D.C. Circuits and Design 3 Credits
ECT 167 - A.C. Circuits and Design 3 Credits
ECT 268 - Computer Design Technology 3 Credits
ECT 232 - Digital Computer Circuits 3 Credits
ECT 281 - Introduction to Robotics and Automation 3 Credits
ECT 301 - Technical Data Management and Applications 3 Credits
ECT 303 - Internet of Things: Microcontroller Hardware and Software 3 Credits
ECT 306 - Computer Network Management Technology 3 Credits
ECT 308 - Industrial Internet of Things: Microcontroller Application and Interfacing 3 Credits
ECT 401 - Data Communications and Internet Technology 3 Credits
ECT 403 - Practical Digital Logic Design 3 Credits
ECT 405 - Introduction to Data Acquisition and Signal Conditioning 3 Credits
ECT 437 - Senior Project 1: Project Management 3 Credits
ECT 438 - Senior Project 2: Capstone 3 Credits

Mathematics/Computer Science and Physical Science Requirements (15 credits):

CS 256 - Principles of Structured Design 3 Credits
(or higher level structured language.)
CHEM 105 - General Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHEM 105L - General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credits
PHYS 105 - General Physics I 3 Credits
PHYS 105L - General Physics I Laboratory 1 Credits
MATH 131 - Calculus I 4 Credits

Degree Map

This program has the following minimum GPA requirements: 2.00 overall GPA; 2.00 in all Major course work. This program may not be eligible for Sycamore Graduation Guarantee depending upon student preparation.

Fall 1st Year

ECT 130 - Introduction to Electronics and Computer Technology 2 Credits (Critical Course)
ECT 165 - D.C. Circuits and Design 3 Credits (Critical Course)
ENG 101 - Freshman Writing I 3 Credits
MATH 131 - Calculus I 4 Credits
Foundational Studies: Communication | 3 Credits

15 Credits

Spring 1st Year

ECT 167 - A.C. Circuits and Design 3 Credits (Critical Course)
ECT 268 - Computer Design Technology 3 Credits (Critical Course)
ENG 105 - Freshman Writing II 3 Credits
Foundational Studies: Health | Credits/Units 3
Foundational Studies: Quantitative Literacy | Credits/Units 3

15 Credits

Fall 2nd Year

ECT 231 - Digital Computer Logic 3 Credits (Critical Course)
ECT 281 - Introduction to Robotics and Automation 3 Credits
CS 256 - Principles of Structured Design 3 Credits
Foundational Studies: History | Credits/Units 3
Foundational Studies: Fine & Performing Arts | Credits/Units 3

15 Credits

Spring 2nd Year

ECT 232 - Digital Computer Circuits 3 Credits (Critical Course)
CHEM 105 - General Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHEM 105L - General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credits
ET 103 - Technical Graphics with CAD 3 Credits
PHYS 105 - General Physics I 3 Credits
PHYS 105L - General Physics I Laboratory 1 Credits
14 Credits

Fall 3rd Year

ECT 301 - Technical Data Management and Applications 3 Credits
ECT 303 - Internet of Things: Microcontroller Hardware and Software 3 Credits (Critical Course)
Foundational Studies: GPCD | Credits/Units 3
Foundational Studies: Junior Composition | Credits/Units 3
Major Elective | Credits/Units 3

15 Credits

Spring 3rd Year

ECT 306 - Computer Network Management Technology 3 Credits (Critical Course)
ECT 308 - Industrial Internet of Things: Microcontroller Application and Interfacing 3 Credits (Critical Course)
Foundational Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences | Credits/Units 3
Foundational Studies: Literary Studies | Credits/Units 3
Foundational Studies: Ethics & Social Responsibility | Credits/Units 3

15 Credits

Fall 4th Year

ECT 430 - Senior Seminar 1 Credits
ECT 437 - Senior Project 1: Project Management 3 Credits (Critical Course)
ECT 401 - Data Communications and Internet Technology 3 Credits (Critical Course)
ECT 403 - Practical Digital Logic Design 3 Credits (Critical Course)
Foundational Studies: UDIE | Credits/Units 3
Elective | Credits/Units 3

16 Credits

Spring 4th Year

ECT 405 - Introduction to Data Acquisition and Signal Conditioning 3 Credits (Critical Course)
ECT 438 - Senior Project 2: Capstone 3 Credits (Critical Course)
Elective | Credits/Units 3
Elective | Credits/Units 3
Elective | Credits/Units 3

15 Credits

For more information on 15 to Finish please visit https://learnmoreindiana.org/college/succeeding-incollege/graduating-on-time/

Indiana State University’s priority date for filing the FAFSA is April 15. Students must earn 30 credit hours each academic year in order to maximize financial aid from the state of Indiana. Details about how to apply for financial aid, eligibility criteria, and awarding rules are available online at https://www.indstate.edu/financial-aid/apply. Students may view their specific financial file by logging into the MyISU Portal at https://portal.indstate.edu/ISU/login.

Program Description and Career Resources: https://www.indstate.edu/academics/undergraduate/majors/ace/computer-engineering-technology

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Computer Engineering Technology Major

Required Courses:

Electronics and Computer Technology Courses (51 credits):

Mathematics/Computer Science and Physical Science Requirements (15 credits):

Degree Map

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