Computer Engineering Technology Minor
Add a working understanding of how computers actually run — hardware and software, end to end. Shawnee State's Computer Engineering Technology minor is 15 credit hours pulled from the bachelor's program, covering electronics fundamentals, circuit design, systems programming, and applied algorithms.
Program Overview
Are you fascinated by how computers work, both inside and out? Do you wonder about the "brains" behind everything from your smartphone to robots? Shawnee State University offers a Computer Engineering Technology minor that can teach you how to program devices, from simple micro-controllers to advanced robots with artificial intelligence. The degree requires five courses (15 credit hours) from the larger bachelor’s program. These courses cover exciting skills, including electrical engineering basics, designing complex circuits, programming the software that runs inside devices, and even understanding how networks and computer programs are built.
This minor gives you a balanced understanding of both the hardware (the physical parts of computers) and the software (the programs that make them run). This hands-on approach prepares you to directly apply your knowledge to real-world challenges. For instance, if you're studying mechanical engineering, you could learn to integrate smart electronics into your designs. If you're a software developer, understanding the hardware helps you write more efficient code. This minor makes you a versatile problem-solver, ready to tackle challenges in many different fields, from manufacturing to IT, right after you graduate.
If you're eager to get hands-on with technology and gain skills that are highly sought after in today's job market, consider signing up for the Computer Engineering Technology minor in the College of Business and Engineering Technology. This is your opportunity to learn from experts with real-world experience in state-of-the-art classrooms, giving you a competitive edge.
At A Glance
Computer Engineering Technology Minor
Degree
Minor
Format
On campus
Length
Typically completed alongside a bachelor's degree
Credits
15
Class Size
12:1
Location
Advanced Technology Center, Main Campus
Why Study Computer Engineering Technology Minor at Shawnee University
It teaches both sides — hardware and software. That's rare in a minor, and it makes you noticeably more useful on the job.
Mechanical engineering, software, manufacturing — almost any technical major benefits from this kind of cross-disciplinary depth.
It's only 15 credit hours: a real signal of capability without disrupting your main degree plan. Faculty bring real industry experience to the labs in the Advanced Technology Center.
The minor consists of five required courses:
- ETEC 1811 – Introduction to Computer Engineering Technology I
- ETEC 1812 – Introduction to Computer Engineering Technology II
- ETEC 1813 – Concepts of System Integration
- ETEC 2101 – Data Structures
- ETEC 2110 – Systems Programming
Computer Engineering Technology Minor Frequently Asked Questions
15 credit hours — five required courses.
No prior programming experience is required. The intro courses start at the beginning.
You become much more useful on the job. Knowing how systems actually run lets you have informed conversations with engineering teams, evaluate vendors, and contribute meaningfully on cross-functional projects.
