Bachelor of Technology in
COMPUTER ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (BTech in CET)
Highlights of the Program
- A four year degree program in Computer Engineering Technology (CET)
- The first two years of the baccalaureate program automatically earns the AAS degree in Electromechanical Engineering technology
- The program is designed such that students from other AAS programs like Electrical technology and Mechanical technology can also transfer smoothly to the BTech in CET
- The last two years of the CET program is built upon the knowledge gained at the AAS level
- The last two years of the program places an emphasis on computer-controlled systems, networking, advanced coverage of computers and electronics, programming and advanced mathematics
- Students are expected to apply, analyze, and think independently
- A wide selection of technical electives, including topics from computer engineering technology, electrical and telecommunications engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, computer programming, and design give students considerable latitude to specialize in their own area of interest
- This program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET)
Where are the BTech-CET graduates placed?
- Pursue graduate program in related areas such as Electrical Engineering, and Computer Science
- Qualify for the occupational titles such as
- Field engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Computer-repair technician
- Electrical technician
- Laboratory technician
- Help desk / Technical support
- Computer Security specialist
- System Analyst
- Project Control Engineer
- Network Administrator
- Assistant / Associate Manager
Who are the potential employers?
The employers of the graduates of this program include
- the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)
- Metro North Rail Road
- Consolidated Edison
- NYC Department of Education
- IBM
- G.A.L Manufacturing Corporation
- Earth Institute at Columbia
- NYC Department of Education
- DMJM + Harris Inc.
- Light Speed Connections
- General Electric
- Lehman Brothers
- Bear Stearn’s