Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (BSECE) Degree

Rice University

The program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (BSECE) is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the General Criteria and the Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and Similarly Named Engineering Program Criteria.

Upon completing the BSECE degree, students will be able to demonstrate:

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
• An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
• An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
• An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
• An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Program Educational Objectives: The Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (BSECE) degree program strives to provide a high-quality degree that emphasizes fundamental principles, responds to the changing demands and opportunities of technology, challenges the exceptional abilities of Rice students, and prepares these students for roles of leadership in their chosen careers. In support of this goal, the Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering's (BSECE) degree Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) are to produce graduates who:

• Practice electrical and computer engineering, and related fields, and/or obtain an advanced degree in electrical and computer engineering, and related fields.
• Practice mathematical modeling and problem solving skills in electrical and computer engineering and other technical applications.
• Analyze, incorporate, and adapt to new technical and scientific developments.
• Assume increasing professional responsibility and enhance communication and teamwork abilities.

Students pursuing the BSECE degree must complete:

• A minimum of 28-30 courses (82-83 credit hours), depending on course selection, to satisfy major requirements.
• A minimum of 125 credit hours to satisfy degree requirements.
• A minimum of 14 courses (42 credit hours) taken at the 300-level or above.
• Students must additionally identify and declare one of four areas of specialization, either in:

Computer Engineering: provides a broad background in computer systems engineering, including computer architecture, digital hardware engineering, software engineering, and computer systems performance analysis, or

Data Science/Systems: integrates the foundations, tools and techniques involving data acquisition, data analytics, data storage and computing infrastructure in order to enable meaningful extraction of actionable information from diverse and potentially massive data sources.

Neuroengineering: exploits engineering techniques to understand, repair, manipulate, or treat the diseases of human neural systems and networks, or

Photonics, Electronics, and Nano-devices: encompasses studies of electronic materials, including nanomaterials, semiconductor and optoelectronic devices, lasers and their applications.

• Computer Engineering
• Data Science/Systems
• Neuroengineering
Photonics, Electronics, and Nano-devices