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Mission Statement

The School of Engineering and Computer Science offers

accredited programs in computer, electrical, and mechanical

engineering, as well as computer science. Our philosophy centers

on a rigorous, back-to-basics education that is rich with hands-

on opportunities to apply classroom theory. Our faculty share a

common vision that states: “We, the School of Engineering and

Computer Science, seek to honor the Lord Jesus Christ in every

endeavor and earnestly desire to cultivate technical professionals

who are committed to moral excellence and who are exemplary

in character, conduct, and skill. Therefore, we strive to provide an

excellent educational environment that will nurture our students

to honor the Lord in all things and help them to grow in spiritual

maturity, wisdom, knowledge, and expertise for purposeful lives of

service.”

Programs of Study

The School of Engineering and Computer Science offers the

following programs of study:

Majors

• Computer Science (B.S.)

• Computer Engineering (B.S.Cp.E.)

• Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.E.)

• Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.)

Minors

• Biomedical Engineering

• Computer Science

Special Programs

• Cooperative Education Program

• Engineering Honors Program

Accreditation

The B.S.Cp.E., B.S.E.E., and B.S.M.E. degree programs are

accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET,

Inc. The B.S. in computer science degree program is accredited by

the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc.

Registration as a Professional Engineer

Senior engineering majors and graduate engineers are

eligible to take the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering

(FE) Examination offered by the Ohio Society of Professional

Engineers. This exam is the first of two required to become a

registered professional engineer and is offered each spring at

Cedarville University. Cedarville seniors have passed the FE exam

at a rate that is consistently higher than the national pass rates.

Personal Requirements

Students interested in one of the programs housed within the

School of Engineering and Computer Science should possess

a strong aptitude in mathematics and physical sciences. Those

students who flourish in our programs typically enjoy applying

their aptitude toward solving problems. Successful engineers and

computer scientists are individuals who enjoy designing solutions

to problems.

School Requirements

New Students

Students who excel in science and mathematics, enjoy solving

real-life problems, and wish to serve others have the highest

potential for careers in engineering and computer science.

Entering students are required to have an ACT composite score

of at least 22 (or an SAT of at least 1030) in order to declare a

major in the department. We have also determined that incoming

engineering students should present an ACT Math subscore

greater than 24 or an SAT Math sub-score greater than 590 to

be successful in engineering. To assist the incoming students

who desire an engineering major but do not meet our identified

math scores to succeed, such students will be identified as

“Engineering” students for the first year rather than by one of the

specific engineering degree programs. Students identified as

“Engineering” students will receive closer academic monitoring

during their first year and will be permitted to declare a specific

engineering program major after successfully completing both

Calculus I (MATH-1710)

and

Digital Logic Design (EGCP-1010)

at Cedarville with a minimum grade of ‘C’. We strongly encourage

all students interested in engineering to read “Engineering: Is it a

four- or five-year degree program?,” which outlines the importance

of being ready to enter Calculus I at the start of our engineering

programs as well as some options to help prepare for calculus.

To prepare for engineering or computer science, high school

students should take a college preparatory curriculum that

includes:

• four units of mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry,

and advanced mathematics or precalculus)

• four units of science (physical science, biology, chemistry, and

physics)

• two units of the same foreign language

Experience with spreadsheets and word processors is helpful,

but not required for entry.

Retention Requirement

Engineering students must demonstrate proficiency in certain

lower-level courses to advance into upper-level 3000- and

4000-level courses. Therefore, all students must earn an overall

GPA of at least 2.0 by the end of their sophomore year. In addition,

each engineering program has its own retention requirements as

follows.

Computer Engineering (CpE)

To advance into the junior year, CpE majors must earn a

combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following engineering and

computer science courses:

CS-1210

,

1220

,

2210, EGCP-1010, EGGN-1110, EGEE-2010

, and

EGME-1810

and

2570.

In addition, CpE majors must earn a combined GPA of at least

2.0 in the following cognate courses:

MATH-1710

,

1720

,

2510, 2740

and

MATH-3110

, and

PHYS-2110

and

2120

.

Electrical Engineering (EE)

To advance into the junior year, EE majors must earn a

combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following engineering

courses:

EGCP-1010

,

EGGN-1110, EGEE-2010

,

2110,

and

EGME- 1810, 2570.

In addition, EE majors must earn a combined GPA of at least

2.0 in the following cognate courses:

CS-1210

,

CS-1220, MATH- 1710, 1720, 2710

,

2740,

and

PHYS-2110

and

2120

.

Mechanical Engineering (ME)

To advance into the junior year, ME majors must earn a

combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following engineering courses:

EGCP-1010, EGGN-1110, EGEE-2050

, and

EGME-1810, 2050, 2530,

and

2630.

In addition, ME majors must earn a combined GPA of at least

2.0 in the following cognate courses:

MATH-1710

,

1720

,

2710,

and

2740,

and

PHYS-2110

and

2120.

Graduation Requirements

1. Earn a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 in all major and

cognate courses.

2. All engineering majors must take an assessment exam

similar to the NCEES FE exam.

3. CS majors must achieve a grade of at least a “C-” in the

following courses:

CS-1210

,

1220

,

2210, 3410

,

4810, MATH-1710,

and MATH

2510

(or

MATH-2210

and

MATH- 3560)

.

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2015–16 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

School of Engineering and Computer Science

Mission Statement