Computer Engineering, BSCmpE, Concentration: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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About the Program

Computer engineering is re-shaping our world. Advances in hardware, coupled with powerful software, a new generation of algorithms, and an ever-expanding list of applications, are changing how we live, work, and have fun. Computer engineering is the reason why our smart phones are getting smarter, manufacturing is becoming more efficient, and virtual reality, robotics, and artificial intelligence are gaining momentum. As a computer engineer, you can specialize in computer architecture, embedded systems, computer networking, software engineering, virtual reality, or intelligent systems. So, if you want to be part of something big, think about studying computer engineering.

As an ABET-accredited engineering program, PNW’s program for the Bachelor of Computer Engineering at the School of Engineering fulfills the educational requirements for PE licensure in Indiana and all states of the US.

Degree Requirments

122 Credit Hours
Minimum grade of C- required for MA 16300 , MA 16400 , MA 26100 , and PHYS 15200
Minimum GPA of 2.0 required for all ECE courses.
Minimum GPA of 2.0 required for graduation.
Certain courses may only be available at one campus location.

PNW Gen Ed Core (33 Credits)

English Composition (6 Credits): ENGL 10400 English Composition I and ENGL 30700 Written And Oral Communication For Engineers
Speech Communication (3 Credits): COM 11400 Fundamentals Of Speech Communication
Quantitative Reasoning (10 Credits): MA 16300 Integrated Calculus Analysis Geometry I and MA 16400 Integrated Calculus Analysis Geometry II
Natural Sciences (4 Credits): PHYS 15200 Mechanics
Technology (3 Credits): ENGR 15100 Software Tools For Engineers
Humanities (3 Credits): PHIL 32400 Ethics For The Professions
Social Sciences (3 Credits): Select from the Social Sciences Core list.
First-Year Experience (FYE) (1 Credit): ENGR 18600 First Year Seminar For Engineers

Major Core (77 Credits)

Concentration Core (9 credits)

ECE 49500/ ECE 53910 - Neural Networks: From Theory To Practice
Choose 2:
ECE 49500/ ECE 55310 - Big Data
ECE 49500/ ECE 53800 - Digital Signal Processing I
ECE 49500 - Deep Learning: Theory And Practices
ECE 49500 - Reinforcement Learning

Other Required Courses (3 Credits)

Free Electives (3 Credits) - The free elective, subject to approval by the advisor, can be almost any three-or-more credit course. Not allowed are Math, Science, or Technology courses that are lower-level than the required courses; such as MA 15900 , MA 16019 , PHYS 22000 , ECET 20900 , ECET 21000 and FM and MSL courses.

Civics Literacy Proficiency

The Civics Literacy Proficiency activities are designed to develop civic knowledge of Purdue Northwest students in an effort to graduate a more informed citizenry.

Students will complete the Proficiency by passing a test of civic knowledge, and completing one of three paths:

Attending six approved civics-related events and completing an assessment for each; or
Completing 12 podcasts created by the Purdue Center for C-SPAN Scholarship and Engagement that use C-SPAN material and completing an assessment for each; or
Earning a passing grade for one of the approved courses (or transferring in approved AP or departmental credit in lieu of taking a course)

For more information visit the Civics Literacy Proficiency website.

Total 122 Credits Required

Degree Map

Requirements

Semester 1 (14 credits)

Semester 2 (16 Credits)

Semester 3 (16 Credits)

Semester 4 (16 Credits)

Semester 5 (14 Credits)

Semester 6 (15 Credits)

Semester 7 (15 Credits)

ECE 42900 - Senior Engineering Design I (e)(See Note 1)
ECE 46300 - Introduction To Computer Communication Networks
ECE 49500/ ECE 55310 - Big Data or ECE 49500 - Deep Learning: Theory And Practices
PHIL 32400 - Ethics For The Professions (See Note 2)
Social Sciences - Select from Social Sciences list

Semester 8 (16 Credits)

ECE 27500 - Analog and Digital Electronics (Spring Only)
ECE 43900 - Senior Engineering Design II (e)
ECE 47301 - Machine Learning
ECE 49500/ ECE 53800 - Digital Signal Processing I or ECE 49500 - Reinforcement Learning
Free Elective (See Note 3)

Additional Information and Guidelines

Note 1: Senior Engineering Design I - Prerequisite: ENGL 30700 and ECE 31200 . Department permission required.

Note 2: PHIL 32400 Ethics For The Professions - Please use section reserved for engineering students if available. PHIL 32100 is also allowed.

Note 3: The free elective, subject to approval by the advisor, can be almost any three-or-more-credit course. Not allowed are math, science, and technology courses that are lower-level than the required courses; such as MA 15900 or MA 16019 , PHYS 22000 , ECET 20900 and ECET 21000 ; and FM and MSL courses

Continuing students cannot transfer in credit for a required ECE course without prior approval of the Undergraduate Committee.

Students who do not receive a grade in a required ECE course that meets the minimum or better required for their plan of study in three attempts, including grades of W, will not be allowed to continue in Electrical or Computer Engineering programs.

Pass/No Pass Option is not available to students for engineering, math, and science courses.

Students may elect to add a minor in Computer Science.