Mission Statement, Objectives & Outcomes

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Mission Statement

The mission of the CCNY Computer Engineering Program in conformity with the mission of the School of Engineering is:

  1. To educate well-rounded and conscientious computer engineers capable of becoming leaders in their profession.
  2. To carry out basic and applied research leading to new ideas, systems, and devices in Computer Engineering and related interdisciplinary areas.
  3. To offer advice, service, and support to industry, government agencies, schools, community groups and professional societies.
  4. To insure that the above is carried out in approriate and modern facilities that are conducive to learning.

Program Educational Objectives

  1. To provide the fundamental knowledge of scientific foundations, rigorous analysis, engineering principles and creative design necessary for the application of computer engineering to real world problems that meet the needs of society;
  2. To impart the skills necessary for clear communication, responsible teamwork, and leadership roles;
  3. To enable active contributions to the field through participation in professional societies, publishing, attending conferences and seeking patents;
  4. To instill in our students an understanding of their ethical and professional responsibilities.

Program Outcomes

  1. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering.
  2. an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
  3. an ability to design a system, component or a process to meet desired needs.
  4. an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
  5. an ability to identify, formulate and solve real world computer engineering problems.
  6. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
  7. an ability to communicate effectively
  8. the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in global and societal context.
  9. a recognition for the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
  10. a knowledge of contemporary issues.
  11. an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
  12. competence in computational and simulation tools.
  13. competence in engineering probability.
  14. competence in software engineering.
  15. competence in hardware design.