Engineering and Computer Science 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 handson 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 • Civil Engineering (BSCE) • Computer Science (BS) • Computer Engineering (BSCpE) • Cyber Operations (BS) • Electrical Engineering (BSEE) • Mechanical Engineering (BSME) Minors • Biomedical Engineering • Computer Science • Cyber Operations Special Programs • Cooperative Education Program • Engineering Honors Program Accreditation The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) degree program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Civil and Similarly Named Engineering Programs. The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (BSCpE) and the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) degree programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s), and Similarly Named Engineering Programs. The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) degree program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs. The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Computer Science and Similarly Named Computing Programs. The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Cyber Operations is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Cybersecurity and Similarly Named Computing Programs. Registration as a Professional Engineer Graduates intending to practice engineering in a professional capacity, particularly those offering services directly to the public or assuming responsible charge of engineering work, may be required to obtain licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE). Specific requirements vary by state licensing board. The licensure process generally includes earning an ABETaccredited engineering degree, passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, completing a period of supervised professional experience, and passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Senior engineering majors and graduate engineers are eligible to take the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination offered through NCEES (ncees. org). Preparation Students admitted to the University may declare a major in engineering or computer science. Students most likely to succeed in these programs typically achieve scores at or above the 80th percentile on the quantitative sections of standardized examinations (ACT Math: 25; SAT Math: 620; CLT Quantitative: 26); however, these benchmarks are advisory and not required for admission. Prospective students should also complete a college preparatory curriculum that includes mathematics through at least precalculus as well as coursework in physics and other basic sciences. Progression Requirements 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 and computer science program has its own progression requirements as follows. Civil Engineering (CE) To advance into junior-level courses, CE majors must earn a combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following courses: CHEM1110, MATH-1705, MATH-1715, EGCE-1920, EGCE-2410, EGGN2510. Computer Science (CS) Computer Science majors must achieve a grade of at least C- in the following courses prior to taking any course that requires one of them as a prerequisite: CS-1210, 1220, 2210, 3410, 4810, CY1000, and CY-3420. Computer Engineering (CpE) To advance into junior-level courses, CpE majors must earn a combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following engineering and computer science courses: CS-1210, 1220, 2210, 3310, EGCP1010, 1920, EGGN-1910, EGEE-2010, and EGME-1810. In addition, CpE majors must earn a combined GPA of at least 2.0 in the following cognate courses: MATH-1705, 1715, 2520, 2740 and PHYS-2110 and 2120. Cyber Operations (CY) Cyber Operations majors must achieve a grade of at least C- in the following courses prior to taking any course that requires one of them as a prerequisite: CS-1210, 1220, 2210, 3410, CY-1000, CY-3420, and CY-4810. 2026–27 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Page 149 School of Engineering and Computer Science
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