Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Science

COMPUTER ENGINEERING

Computer engineers consider the whole machine, from the logic circuits to the micro-code and the architecture. About 80 % of the work on a new machine is software. In the end, though, success is measured by how well advances in software are manageable by the hardware, and how well new hardware supports the programming.

Computer Engineering at Ryerson University is the beginning of a fascinating career that promises to evolve at a rapid pace. The field continues to grow, with application in every industry. As computer use extends further into every facet of our lives, there is an increasing need for highly skilled engineers who can design, develop and test new generations of chips, circuits, equipment, and systems.

These engineers understand the application from the ground up, and by working with end-users are able to create solutions that make sense. The end results are products that are core to robotics, cars, computers and communication networks, business systems, biomechanics and just about every area of our lives.

To ensure that you have a solid background, your courses for the first two years of Computer Engineering are the same as those in the Electrical Engineering program. After that, the program focuses on areas more closely related to computing. After your third year, you may be eligible for a 12 to 16-month paid internship with one of our industry partners. Upon graduation, you are awarded the degree of Bachelor of Engineering.

As a graduate, students will find employment opportunities in software development, hardware design, computer systems, and networks, as well as in research and development. Computer engineers are employed by a wide variety of companies involved in the design and development of computer chips, circuits, equipment and systems; computer hardware and peripherals; and software programs and systems.

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