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Undergraduate Programs

The Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Department of KU offers three distinct undergraduate degree programs. Below each program is described and it's objective outlined.

CS - Computer Science

Computer scientists research, design, and analyze computer algorithms, computer languages, and software systems. Computer scientists are usually most concerned with the logical aspects of computers rather than their electrical characteristics.

Our program seeks to ensure that our graduates have the solid preparation necessary for a successful career or entry into a graduate degree program. To this end, our objectives are to provide the student with:

  • Will have demonstrated success in the practice of computer science based on the ability to apply mathematical and scientific principles in the design, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of complex software systems, and to use modern computing tools and techniques.
  • Will have demonstrated teaming skills to function in multidisciplinary environments, made technical contributions to and/or provided technical leadership in a diverse and changing global society, demonstrated proficiency in technical communications, and utilized ethical and professional principles in all career decisions.

The Computer Science Program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: (410) 347-7700.

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CoE - Computer Engineering

Computer engineers research, design, develop, manufacture, and operate computer hardware and software. They work with microprocessors, personal and mainframe computers, and computer networks. Typically, computer engineers work with both hardware and software of computers and computer systems.

As computer engineers, BSCoE graduates of The University of Kansas within three to five years following graduation:

  • Will have demonstrated success in the practice of computer engineering based on the ability to utilize fundamental scientific and engineering principles, use modern laboratory and computing tools, and design and implement computer components and complex software systems.
  • Will have demonstrated teaming skills to function in multidisciplinary environments, made technical contributions to and/or provided technical leadership in a diverse and changing global society, demonstrated proficiency in technical communications, and utilize ethical and professional principles in all career decisions.

The Computer Engineering Program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: (410) 347-7700.

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EE - Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineers research, develop, manufacture, and operate electrical and electronic devices and systems. They work in such areas as communication systems and associated hardware, radar systems, power generation and transmission, and manufacturing.

As electrical engineers, BSEE graduates of The University of Kansas within three to five years following graduation:

  • Will have demonstrated success in the practice of electrical engineering based on the ability to utilize fundamental scientific and engineering principles, use modern laboratory and computing tools, and design and implement electrical components and complex systems.
  • Will have demonstrated teaming skills to function in multidisciplinary environments, made technical contributions to and/or provided technical leadership in a diverse and changing global society, demonstrated proficiency in technical communications, and utilized ethical and professional principles in all career decisions.

The Electrical Engineering Program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: (410) 347-7700.

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