In the fast-paced world of computer software and hardware, the knowledge and skills you'll learn in the computer engineering program starts the path to creating an efficient, and productive society. Let's learn how!
Apply NowComputer engineering teaches you how information systems are put together from components, and provides you with an understanding of both hardware and software systems. Receive the training necessary for some of the fastest growing fields, including big data analytics, cybersecurity, robotics and networking. Our program emphasizes real-time and embedded systems while offering unique opportunities to participate in national-level student competitions against other universities.
As a student-run organization, CyberWVU focuses on hands-on experience in cybersecurity. You will regularly participate in cybersecurity competitions such as Cyberforce Competition, National Cyber League (NCL), Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC), and the NATO organized Locked Shields exercise in collaboration with the WV National Guard and DISA.
Read More : CYBER WVUAs a member of the ACM, you'll network with computing educators, researchers and professionals, to share resources and address global challenges in the field. Founded
at the dawn of the computer age, ACM’s reach extends to every part of the world,
with more than half of its 100,000 members residing outside the U.S.
As a member of AIWVU, you'll strive to bring technical AI knowledge to everyone who wants to learn, regardless of their experience. This very active student organization hosts biweekly workshops, guest speakers and discussions to make AI more accessible to anyone who wants to learn.
Read More : AIWVUWVU IEEE fosters professional development by finding opportunities to develop your technical and social skills outside of the classroom. Workshops and participating in multiple projects throughout the semester are proven to develop these skills for your engineering career, such as soldering to assemble your own micro keyboard.
Read More : Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)Learn about quantum materials and quantum computing through regular workshops, guest speakers from all manner of backgrounds, discuss various quantum topics, and attend regular organization functions as a journal club for various papers published in quantum technology.
Read More : WVU Quantum TechnologyThe University Rover Challenge (URC) is an international competition organized by The Mars Society. You will be challenged to design the next generation of Mars rovers following in the footsteps of Team Mountaineers who were crowned world champions in 2023.
Read More : University Rover ChallengeHomebrew Computing Club is focused on hobbyist electronics and retro-computing. As a member you will exchange ideas and support each other in the pursuit of electronics with the goal of advancing the skills of our members in hardware and software design.
Read More : Homebrew Computing ClubWVU students have a strong track record of success and valuable real-world experiences in EcoCAR challenges. Over 16 years of participation, our award-winning EcoCAR team has been predominantly composed of students majoring in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering, and cybersecurity, accounting for nearly 70% of the team.
Develop tools for computer hardware and software that can be used to retrieve data found in digital devices for investigational purposes.
Design and optimize digital circuit components to become faster, more compact, more power efficient and integrate them into larger digital systems, such as touch screens, gaming consoles and GPUs.
Develop computer systems that are useful in various contexts, such as recognizing biometric signatures, identifying manufacturing flaws or interpreting satellite images.
Create, test, integrate and deploy a wide range of software, from business applications to missile systems.
Design hardware and software for embedded computer systems found in vehicles, aircrafts, robots, defense systems, industrial control systems and autonomous cyber physical systems.
Study computer networks and their various IoT applications, investigate cyber incidents affecting them and develop new tools to bolster their security
At WVU, many of our faculty have established research areas. Take part in a hands-on experience that allows you and your peers to conduct cutting-edge research field of computer engineering, including hardware and software development and wireless communications and networks.
Learn About Undergraduate ResearchCombine knowledge from electrical engineering and computer science to design, develop, test and oversee the manufacturing and maintenance of embedded computer hardware and software. Embedded systems are crucial in industries like automotive, communications, consumer electronics, aircraft, robotics and healthcare. As a computer engineer, you'll work on complex systems including digital communications systems (e.g., cell phone networks), secure computer networks and system-level software such as operating systems and applications.
Computer engineering courses begin with general fundamental engineering courses in hardware and software. As you build the foundation of knowledge in those areas, technical electives are introduced to broaden the depth in a preferred area of expertise.
View Plan of StudyCallyn, a graduate of computer engineering and computer science programs wanted a fast-paced career that would use all her skills. Taking advantage of all the opportunities those programs and WVU offered, Callyn landed an Associate PATHWAYS Software Engineer position at Northrop Grumman!
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