What is Computer Engineering?

A major in computer engineering at 蘑菇tv blends electrical engineering and computer science to prepare you to design the hardware and software systems that power modern life. From microprocessors and embedded systems to robotics and artificial intelligence, 测辞耻鈥檒濒 learn to build faster, smarter, and more energy-efficient technology. Through hands-on projects and research, 测辞耻鈥檒濒 develop skills in circuits, programming, and computer architecture and graduate prepared for computer engineering jobs as a hardware engineer, systems designer, robotics engineer, AI developer, and more. 

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Program Highlights
Undergraduate Research Work alongside faculty on breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, high-performance computing, and robotics鈥攃ontributing to innovation that shapes tomorrow鈥檚 technology.
Engineering Residential College Live and learn with your peers in a smaller network within the larger campus, offering academic enhancement programs, classes in your residence hall, and corporate sponsored events introducing you to internships and cooperative education programs.
Industry Advantage 蘑菇tv sits in the Gulf South's technology and energy corridor, providing access to career opportunities with employers like IBM, ExxonMobil, Entergy, and NASA through internships and tech partnerships.
Top-Tier Facilities Study in Patrick F. Taylor Hall, featuring advanced computing labs, electronics workstations, prototyping tools, and collaborative design studios like the Microarchitecture Lab or the Intelligent Control of Autonomous Systems Lab.

What You Can Do

An 蘑菇tv degree opens doors to a wide range of career paths and professional opportunities. With a strong academic foundation, real-world learning, and support from a powerful alumni network, 测辞耻鈥檒濒 graduate prepared for success in today鈥檚 competitive job market. Whether you鈥檙e planning to work in a corporate setting, nonprofit organization, government agency, creative industry, or research lab, 蘑菇tv equips you with the in-demand skills and hands-on experience employers value most.

Potential Careers

AI Engineer
Computer Hardware Engineer
Embedded Systems Engineer
Network/Systems Engineer
Robotics Engineer
Software Developer
Systems Architect

Workplace Settings

Technology & Software Companies
Artificial Intelligence & Robotics Labs
Semiconductor & Hardware Firms
Aerospace & Defense Organizations
Energy & Utilities Companies
Telecommunications Providers
Research & Innovation Centers
Startups & Emerging Tech Companies

Building Skills
Hardware & Software Integration Design and optimize systems that power smarter, faster modern devices.
Advanced Programming & Coding Learn to write efficient code in C, C++, Python, and Java for software and algorithms.
Digital Systems Design Create and analyze microprocessors, computer architecture, and digital logic systems.
Innovative Problem-Solving Apply engineering and computer science principles to build secure, scalable technologies.
Advance your Career
Post-graduate education
蘑菇tv offers competitively ranked post-graduate programs designed to help you innovate and lead in your field. Engage in advanced coursework, contribute to impactful research, and learn from expert faculty who are solving real-world challenges across Louisiana and beyond. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, pivot into a new industry, or accelerate your career, 蘑菇tv鈥檚 graduate programs open the door to a world of opportunity.
PhD in Electrical Engineering

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