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Introduction to Computer Engineering

Computer Engineering combines circuit theory and digital electronics with programming, systems, networking, and machine learning, with an emphasis on solving problems using digital hardware and embedded software.

What will my study involve?

• Learn how to design, build, and test embedded computer systems.
• A final year research project, often sponsored by industry.
• Add a minor in Communications and Network Engineering if you are interested in telecommunications systems.

Courses

• See all Computer Engineering courses You may also choose to complete a minor alongside Civil Engineering in Communications and Network Engineering .

First Year

The first year of the Bachelor of Engineering with Honours is made up of six compulsory courses taken by all Engineering students, plus courses specific to Computer Engineering:

• MATH120 Discrete Mathematics OR COSC122 Introduction to Computer Science You also need to complete two other 100-level elective courses.

2nd–4th Years

Once you have completed the Engineering Intermediate Year and successfully applied for entry into Computer Engineering, you will study that discipline within the three professional years.

• Most courses consist mainly of lectures, with laboratory work included to complement the theory and show practical application.
• Some formal laboratory periods are replaced by independent and group projects.

Second Year

• Complete the following list of courses Plus one of:
  • COSC264 Introduction to Computer Networks and the Internet
  • COSC265 Relational Database Systems

Third Year

• Complete the following list of courses Plus two courses chosen from the electives list, or any approved 300-level Engineering courses.

Fourth Year

• Complete the following list of courses Plus four courses chosen from the electives list, or any approved 400-level Engineering courses.

Career Opportunities

Ōtautahi Christchurch has a rapidly growing ICT industry that is always looking for UC Computer Engineering graduates.

• Through your studies, you will gain skills like problem-solving, creative thinking, research and analysis, testing quality and functionality, programming, and communication. Career pathways could include:
  • computer engineer
  • systems engineer
  • network analyst
  • software engineer

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering with Honours

Related Subjects

Choose an area that you are interested in and learn how UC's range of study options can let you study what you want to.

• Communications and Network Engineering
• Software Engineering