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Polytechnic Programs

Tinkerers, builders, and experimenters—your curiosity can change the future.

Every new gadget began as an innovative idea, a fleeting curiosity that became a perpetual thought that begged to be brought to life. Big and small. Recreational to life changing. It all starts with that spark of curiosity. 

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B.S. in Computer Engineering Technology

Technology is all around us. It’s practically inescapable, and if you love it, why not make a career out of it? By majoring in computer engineering technology, you’ll be prepared for many careers in various areas of computer systems and electronics, such as hardware and software support and design for industrial networking, internet and networking control, instrumentation, and other emerging technical areas. Go on. Embrace that technology you love so much.

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Program Highlights

  • The ability to apply theories and principles of math and science 
  • Experience with designing, planning, and supervising 
  • Proficiency in questioning and problem-solving  
  • Support from the Mastodon community
  • A prestigious Purdue degree

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET.

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Scholarships

 

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For more information about all the scholarships available at Purdue Fort Wayne—including opportunities for specific programs—you can visit the Office of Financial Aid or contact us at [email protected].

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Requirements and Curriculum Overview

Our comprehensive curriculum and diverse requirements will challenge you to go further than you ever imagined. Check out what you can expect as you advance through our program.

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Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this degree, students will be able to demonstrate the following learning outcomes:

  • Apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline
  • Design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline
  • Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly defined technical and nontechnical environments; identify and use appropriate technical literature
  • Conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments; analyze and interpret the results to improve processes
  • Function effectively as a member or leader on technical teams
Next stop: a successful future.
  • Computer Engineer
  • Computer Systems Security Specialist
  • Data Communications Analyst
  • Enterprise Application Specialist
  • Information Integration Specialist
  • Mobile and Telecommunications Specialist
  • Network and Communication Systems Specialist
  • Network Systems Engineer
  • Web Application Developer

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