Computer Engineering Technology
Computer Engineering Technology
Innovate and Engineer the Future with Computer Engineering Technology!
Are you passionate about innovation, and eager to lead in the field of computer engineering technology? 鶹Ʒ's Computer Engineering Technology major provides a rigorous, application‑centered education that equips you with the knowledge and technical abilities required in today's tech landscape. The program combines advanced technology, engineering fundamentals, and industry insight to ensure you are ready to excel in your professional journey.
Students engage with digital and analog systems by designing, constructing, and testing electronic circuits and prototypes. They investigate embedded systems, signal processing, and wireless communication using tools such as microcontrollers, FPGAs, and DSPs. Labs and team‑based projects allow students to apply theoretical concepts to real-world engineering problems, strengthening their ability to think critically and develop solutions in real‑world scenarios.
This major is also available at locations across the state. Earn the same Purdue degree in a smaller, more personalized setting focused on hands-on, career-ready learning while connecting with local industries, and landing strong job opportunities close to home. Learn more here.
Program Details
AVAILABLE CONCENTRATIONS
Concentrations allow you to focus your studies on a specific area within your major. While a concentration is not required for this program, choosing one can help you tailor your coursework to your interests and career goals. Explore the options below to see how you can personalize your degree.
The Audio Engineering concentration provides students in Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) and Computer Engineering Technology (CET) with a focused pathway in the design, analysis and implementation of modern audio systems.
Through a combination of analog electronics, integrated circuit applications and digital signal processing, students develop the technical competencies required to design, build, test and optimize professional-grade audio hardware and embedded audio systems.
The concentration emphasizes:
- Audio signal transduction and amplification
- Analog circuit design using integrated circuits
- Real-time digital signal processing
- Measurement, testing and performance evaluation
- Computer-aided circuit and DSP analysis
Students gain hands-on experience designing complete audio signal chains—from microphone input through processing and amplification to loudspeaker output.
The Smart Manufacturing concentration prepares students to design, implement and optimize modern industrial automation systems that integrate control, data, connectivity and analytics. This concentration bridges traditional industrial control with emerging Industry 4.0 technologies, equipping graduates with the technical depth required to support advanced manufacturing environments.
Students develop expertise in programmable logic controllers (PLCs), industrial control systems, instrumentation and data acquisition, electronic motor drives, embedded systems, industrial communication networks, and machine learning applications for manufacturing analytics. Coursework emphasizes hands-on, project-based learning in industrial automation, real-time control, sensor integration, power electronics, embedded IoT systems and cloud-based machine learning deployment.
The concentration builds a hierarchical understanding of manufacturing systems—from device-level sensing and actuation to enterprise-level analytics and intelligent decision-making. Students learn to design safe and reliable control systems, develop computer-based data acquisition applications, implement advanced motor drive control strategies, interface embedded systems across wired and wireless protocols, and deploy AI-driven solutions to improve manufacturing performance.
Graduates are prepared for roles in industrial automation, controls engineering, smart manufacturing systems integration, robotics and embedded systems development, manufacturing analytics, and Industry 4.0 implementation across sectors such as automotive, energy, aerospace, advanced materials and high-tech production.
This concentration is ideal for students seeking careers at the intersection of electrical systems, automation, data intelligence and advanced manufacturing technologies.
The Supply Chain Management Technology concentration provides Electrical Engineering Technology and Computer Engineering Technology students with a structured understanding of how products, information and technology move across complex global systems. The concentration introduces students to supply chain operations, logistics networks, procurement, distribution systems, and the technologies that enable visibility, coordination and performance optimization.
Students develop applied knowledge in warehouse operations, inventory control, global transportation systems, strategic sourcing and customer-facing technical sales. Emphasis is placed on operational efficiency, data-informed decision-making, cross-functional collaboration, and the integration of digital systems within supply chain environments.
Designed to complement the technical foundations of engineering technology programs, this concentration prepares graduates to apply analytical, automation, networking and systems integration skills within manufacturing, distribution and technology-enabled supply networks. Students gain insight into how automation, information systems and electronic technologies support inventory accuracy, transportation management, enterprise resource planning and global trade operations.
By bridging engineering technology and supply chain strategy, this concentration equips graduates to contribute to high-demand roles in manufacturing operations, logistics coordination, technical sales, supply chain analytics and technology-driven distribution systems.
Potential Employers
Cleveland-Cliffs
Endress+Hauser
Milwaukee Tool
NHanced Semiconductors
Potential Job Titles
Application engineer
Test engineer
Systems engineer
Project engineer
The electrical engineering technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, , under the commission’s general criteria and program criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and similarly named programs.
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Academic Opportunities
Study Abroad
All students in the 鶹Ʒcan choose to gain an enriched perspective of the global marketplace through a multitude of global experiences that both interest and benefit the student.
Minors
鶹Ʒoffers minors that provide unique opportunities to expand your knowledge, broaden your experience and prepare you for success after your time at Purdue.
Student Organizations
Student activities and organizations are a great way to immerse yourself in your chosen path of study. Choose from a variety of interests within the college organizations or university-level programs.
