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Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering

Overview

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The Bachelor of Engineering degree program in Computer Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org.

ABET is the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology.  

ABET accreditation assures that programs meet standards to produce graduates ready to enter critical technical fields that are leading the way in innovation and emerging technologies, and anticipating the welfare and safety needs of the public.

Students in the computer engineering program develop an in-depth knowledge of digital systems, computers, software, networks, and communications systems. In addition to the core topics in electrical and computer engineering, students are exposed to subjects including microprocessors, operating systems, computer architecture, database systems, networks, electronics, control systems, software engineering, reconfigurable computing, communications systems, and telecommunications. This provides for a balanced coverage and an integration of hardware, software, and communications engineering. As part of the academic program, six credits of professional experience are also included in the last summer prior to graduation, to give students an opportunity to integrate classroom instruction with practical work experience.

The broad scope of the program enables the students to pursue different career paths in the design and use of computing and communication systems. Graduates of the program are prepared for employment in the computer and communication industries, and may also select to pursue graduate studies.

Mission

The Mission of the B.E. in Computer Engineering is to educate each student to become a responsible and productive, computer engineer who can effectively manage future challenges.

Program Educational Objectives

Within a few years of graduation, graduates of the B.E. in Computer Engineering will

  1. demonstrate technical aptitude in computer engineering careers and/or graduate studies,
  2. establish themselves in diverse fields of computer engineering, and
  3. conduct themselves as effective professionals.

Student Outcomes

Students will acquire, in their matriculation through the program, the following skills, knowledge, and behaviors:

a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering;
b. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;
c. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability;
d. An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams;
e. An ability to identify, to formulate, and to solve, engineering problems;
f. An understanding of one’s professional and ethical responsibility;
g. An ability to communicate effectively;
h. A broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context;
i. A recognition of the need, and the ability, to engage in life-long learning;
j. A knowledge of contemporary issues; and
k. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Admission Requirements

Candidates for admission may apply to any of the two campuses (Beirut or Byblos). Applicants will be evaluated by the School of Engineering Admissions Committee and final acceptance will be based on each applicant’s qualifications and the availability of places. The following documents are required for admissions:

  1. Scores on English exam as per university regulations.
  2. Scores on the SAT I exam.
  3. Scores on one of the following Official Exams: Lebanese Baccalaureate or equivalent, French Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, and A-Levels.
  4. Grades on the last three years of school

More details are found in the SOE Admissions Quick Guide.

Curriculum

A total of 150 credits are required to graduate, as per the following:

  • Computer Engineering Core Courses (95 cr)
  • Mathematics and Science Core Courses (19 cr)
  • Other Engineering Required Courses (8 cr)
  • LAC Core Courses (13 cr)
  • LAC Elective Courses (12 cr)
  • Free Elective Courses (3 cr)

in addition to

  • a minimum residency of four years including three summer semesters is required prior to graduation.
  • a capstone design project is required for all students in addition to successful completion of the course of study.

Computer Engineering Core Courses (95 cr)

  • COE212 Engineering Programming (3 cr)
  • COE312 Data Structures (3 cr)
  • COE313 Data Structures Lab (1 cr)
  • COE321 Logic Design (3 cr)
  • COE322 Logic Design - LAB (1 cr)
  • COE323 Microprocessors (3 cr)
  • COE324 Microprocessors-LAB (1 cr)
  • COE414 Operating Systems (3 cr)
  • COE416 Software Engineering (3 cr)
  • COE418 Database Systems (3 cr)
  • COE423 Computer Architecture (3 cr)
  • COE424 Digital Systems (3 cr)
  • COE425 Digital Systems-LAB (1 cr)
  • COE431 Computer Networks (3 cr)
  • COE493 Professionalism in Engineering (3 cr)
  • COE498 Professional Experience-Comp (6 cr)
  • COE591 Capstone Design Project (3 cr)
  • COE593 Computer Engineering Applications (3 cr)
  • ELE201 Electrical Circuits I (3 cr)
  • ELE302 Electrical Circuits II (3 cr)
  • ELE303 Electrical Circuits II - LAB (1 cr)
  • ELE401 Electronics I (3 cr)
  • ELE402 Electronics I - LAB (1 cr)
  • ELE430 Signals and Systems (3 cr)
  • ELE442 Control Systems (3 cr)
  • ELE443 Control Systems - LAB (1 cr)
  • ELE537 Communication Systems (3 cr)
  • ELE540 Communication Systems - LAB (1 cr)
  • ECE Technical Elective (3 cr)
  • ECE Technical Elective (3 cr)
  • ECE Technical Elective (3 cr)
  • ECE Technical Elective (3 cr)
  • ECE Technical Elective (3 cr)
  • ECE Technical Elective (3 cr)
  • Engineering Elective (3 cr)
  • Engineering Elective (3 cr)

Mathematics and Science Core Courses (19 cr)

  • MTH201 Calculus III (3 cr)
  • MTH206 Calculus IV (3 cr)
  • MTH207 Discrete Structures I (3 cr)
  • MTH304 Differential Equations (3 cr)
  • GNE331 Probability and Statistics (3 cr)
  • PHY201 Electricity and Magnetism (4 cr)

Other Engineering Required Courses (8 cr)

  • GNE212 Engineering Mechanics (3 cr)
  • GNE301 Professional Communication (2 cr)
  • INE320 Engineering Economy I (3 cr)

Technical Electives

ECE Technical elective courses for both COE and ELE programs are grouped into four different tracks. The four tracks and courses within each track are:

Communications

  • COE535 Optical Networks
  • ELE531 Optical Fiber Communication
  • ELE535 Information and Coding Theory
  • ELE538 Noise in Communication Systems
  • ELE539 Telecommunication Systems

Hardware

Systems Engineering

  • ELE420 Electromechanics
  • ELE525 Faulted Power Systems
  • ELE526 Renewable Energy Sources
  • ELE548 Linear Systems
  • ELE553 Reliability Evaluation of Engineering Systems
  • ELE529 Design and Operation of Smart Grids

Software and Theory

  • COE543 Intelligent Data Processing and Applications
  • COE544 Intelligent Engineering Algorithms
  • COE555 Queuing Theory
  • ELE557 Simulation of Electronics Circuits
  • COE594 Undergraduate Research Project

COE594 Undergraduate Research Project

Engineering Electives

Engineering electives can be any of the following courses:

Note that except for ELE305, ELE391 and COE312, any COE/ELE course can be considered as a technical elective as long as it is not a required course. COE599/ELE599 may be taken more than once for credit when topics differ.

Free Electives (3 cr)

Sample Study Plan

First Year

Fall

Spring

Summer

  • LAC Elective
  • LAC Elective
  • ARA2xx Arabic Language1

1 or ARA3xxx Arabic Literature

Second Year

Fall

Spring

Summer

  • GNE301 Professional Communication
  • PEDxxx Physical Education
  • GNE331 Probability and Statistics

Third Year

Fall

Spring

  • COE424 Digital Systems
  • COE425 Digital Systems Lab
  • ECE Track 1
  • ELE540 Communication Systems Lab
  • ECE Elective
  • ECE Elective

Summer

  • COE498 Professional Experience

Fourth Year

Fall

  • COE414 Operating Systems
  • COE418 Database Systems
  • COE591 Capstone Design Project
  • COE593 COE Application
  • ECE Track 1
  • ECE Track 2

Spring

  • COE416 Software Engineering
  • COE431 Computer Networks
  • ECE Track 2
  • Engineering Elective
  • Free Elective