Create, design or improve computer hardware and/or software by combining knowledge from the fields of electrical engineering and computer science.
Computer engineers work in the fast-paced and dynamic field of computer technology and might be involved in any aspect of computer design, including circuit design, supercomputing, microprocessor design, personal computing, chip design, embedded systems, sensor design, robotics and more.
Computer Engineering at a Glance
2 years to complete1
$5,940 tuition2
- Richland3
What Can I Study?
I Want to Transfer
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Associate Degrees (for Transfer)
Can I Transfer?
Our Associate of Applied Science degrees and certificates may not fully transfer to a four year college or university.
- If your goal is to transfer, you may want to explore our Core Corriculum and Transfer Pathways.
- You may also want to explore a transfer degree, like an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science.
- The classes you take will count towards a bachelor's degree and are designed to be accepted by any public college or university in Texas.
If you're not sure if this is the right choice for you, you can talk to a Pathway Specialist for guidance.
Pathway Specialist
- 972-669-6400
- PathwaySpecialist@DallasCollege.edu
What Can I Earn? Will There Be Plenty of Jobs?
With knowledge of both electrical engineering and computer science, you’ll be a valuable employee in a wide range of fields. Check out a few of the incredible career opportunities you’ll be ready for. Your future starts here!
Computer Hardware Engineers
$62/hr
Median Salary
128
Job Openings
+28%
Projected Outlook
Top Skills:
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Complex Problem Solving
- Writing
- Speaking
- Active Listening
- Active Learning
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Systems Evaluation
- Operations Analysis
Computer Programmers
$46/hr
Median Salary
331
Job Openings
+6%
Projected Outlook
Top Skills:
- Programming
- Active Listening
- Complex Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Control Analysis
- Reading Comprehension
- Systems Analysis
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Writing
- Operations Analysis
Computer Systems Analysts
$56/hr
Median Salary
1760
Job Openings
+24%
Projected Outlook
Top Skills:
- Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- Systems Evaluation
- Active Listening
- Systems Analysis
- Critical Thinking
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Active Learning
- Monitoring
- Complex Problem Solving
Software Developers
$63/hr
Median Salary
6410
Job Openings
+28%
Projected Outlook
All jobs data gathered for Dallas/Fort Worth. Source: Dallas College Labor Market Intelligence and Lightcast4.
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1Length of time is based on catalog degree plans. Prerequisites may be required, which are not included in this estimate. For most programs, full-time student status is assumed, a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester.
2Cost is based on tuition rates for program hours for Dallas County residents. The price of most required learning materials (books, software, supplies, etc.) is included with the price of tuition. Visit our Paying for College site to learn more about cost, financial aid, scholarships and more.
3Each location offers a unique combination of certificate and degree options. Not all degree and certificate offerings are available for admission/start at all campuses every semester.
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