Program Overview

Computer Engineering (BSc) Program

The Computer Engineering (BSc) program at the University of Manitoba is accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board. This program provides a foundation for an exciting career in a field that connects today's graduates with tomorrow's technology.

Program Details

• The program has a core-plus-elective structure, including fundamental professional courses focused on digital hardware, digital systems design, software engineering, algorithms, electronics, and communications.
• The core also includes developing a necessary foundation in mathematics, computer programming, electric circuits, the physical sciences, and thermodynamics.
• At the conclusion of the program, students will have acquired both the knowledge and experience necessary to design and engineer practical custom digital hardware and software systems to solve real-world problems.
• The final year includes a significant, industrially relevant, capstone group design project as a core requirement, with the remaining program based on electives.
• A certain level of specialization is possible through the selection of elective courses offered in the final year.
• The department offers recognized focus areas in computer networks and communications, embedded systems, software engineering, and biomedical.

Focus Areas and Minors

• Students can pursue studies in a specific area of computer engineering and can complete a focus area in:
  • Biomedical
  • Computer networks and communications
  • Embedded systems
  • Software engineering
• Computer engineering students can add courses to their degree to complete minors in a range of disciplines, including arts, computer science, geological sciences, management, mathematics, music, and recreational studies.

Co-op/Industrial Internship Program (Co-op/IIP)

• Many computer engineering students choose to complete work terms through the Co-operative Education and Industrial Internship Program (Co-op/IIP).
• This experiential learning opportunity also qualifies as a pre-graduation experience that counts towards their professional designation and is reflected on the graduation parchment.

Being a Computer Engineering Student

• As a computer engineering student, you will learn to develop innovative products and solutions using computer components, systems, and software of your design.
• Computing technology is the essential core of modern products, services, and communication, with applications far beyond simple laptop or desktop computer systems.
• Computer engineers are the professionals who design and deploy these systems and solutions.
• You can also specialize in application areas such as embedded systems, computer networks and communications, and software engineering.

Skills Gained

• Gain an understanding of both the scientific and engineering methods and be able to use these methods to rationally and effectively analyze complex problems affecting both individuals and society.
• Generate conceptual and detailed designs for complex engineering problems, demonstrating the proper use of equipment and instrumentation in the solution.
• The ability to lead the development of new technologies and systems.

Admission Requirements

• In order to gain admission into computer engineering, all applicants must first complete a minimum of eight preliminary year engineering courses.
• Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
• Direct Entry applicants are those who have not attended a post-secondary institution or have completed fewer than 24 credit hours at a recognized university or college.
• Advanced Entry applicants are those who have completed one year (24 credit hours) or more of studies in the preliminary year program, another faculty at the University of Manitoba, or another recognized post-secondary institution, including several required courses.

Expected Duration

• The expected duration of the program is 4 to 5 years.

Learning Beyond the Classroom

• Student life is much more than classrooms and assignments.
• Students can get involved with extra-curriculars such as student council, representational or special interest groups, or hone their skills through participation in a competition team.
• Teams bring students of all skill levels and programs together to design and build items to compete, such as race cars, steel bridges, rockets, or concrete canoes.
• Students have the opportunity to get paid experience out in the field through the Co-operative Education and Industrial Internship Program, which is available in each department.
• There are also many opportunities for students to advance their learning and make connections by attending conferences or industry events.

Career Opportunities

• Map out your career pathway from the start of your academic journey in the Computer Engineering (BSc) program.

Scholarships and Awards

• Price Faculty of Engineering students are eligible for program-specific as well as university-wide scholarships and funding opportunities.

Tuition and Fees

• Learn about the estimated costs associated with being an undergraduate student at the University of Manitoba.

Academic Calendar

• Explore program requirements and detailed course descriptions for required courses and electives throughout the Computer Engineering (BSc).

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