Computer Engineering Technology BS
Make a name for yourself as a leader with highly marketable skills with the Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Technology (CET) degree from the University of West Alabama. This major is the only one of its kind in Alabama and offers an optional component in Electrical Engineering Technology (EET). As a student, you will receive personalized instruction from Ph.D. faculty and industry leaders with real-world computer engineering technology experience to ensure you graduate prepared for the career you want.
As a computer engineering technology major, you'll explore cybersecurity, network administration, operating systems, risk management, hacking prevention techniques and more. Eleven (11) of the program's courses align with the industry certifications and prepare you for additional certifications after graduation, including CompTIA Cloud, Network, Security, Ethical Hacking, Linux, and Microsoft Office. The program curriculum also includes a combination of computer, technology, engineering theory, and hands-on approach in labs with state-of-the-art equipment. In addition to the 45 hours of CET courses, you will build skills in EET including Allen-Bradley and Siemens programmable control systems and gain 45 hours of hands-on training.
Choose one of the most affordable universities in Alabama and graduate with the expertise required for career success as a cybersecurity analyst, network security or network infrastructure engineer, server manager, information systems director and more.
Intakes
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- May
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Applying for faculty or staff positions at UWA: Details are provided in each individual position announcement regarding the contact person, address, fax numbers, etc. In addition to regular mail, all application materials will be accepted by electronic means. If submitting application materials by electronic means, the guidelines below should be followed:
Letters of application, vita, and letters of reference may be sent as an email attachment in one of the following formats: MS Word, RTF, PDF, or Word Perfect. To ensure proper receipt of emailed materials, applicants may request a confirmation reply.
All application materials may be submitted via fax. However, it is the applicant's responsibility to follow up with a telephone call to ensure that the faxed documents have been received in full and are legible. All faxed materials must be followed with originals by mail.
Only complete applications will be considered.
The University of West Alabama is committed to providing an educational and employment environment free of harassment and other forms of discrimination on the basis of: race, religion, hearing status, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability (including perceived disability), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any grievance process on campus, with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or other human rights agencies.
PSW Opportunity
3 Years PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Official high school transcripts (students must submit an official high school transcript showing course work through the time of application and submit a final transcript after graduation showing graduation date and diploma type)
Unconditional Admission
ACT 19 and above (composite)
SAT 990 and above (combined score)
Conditional Admission
ACT 17-18 (composite)
SAT 920-980 (combined score)
OR a 2.5+ high school GPA
English Proficiency Exams and Scores for Admission and Appeal
English Proficiency Exam
Admission
Admission with ESL
Appeal
TOEFL Paper-Based Test
580
500-579
490-499
TOEFL Institutional Testing Program*
580
500-579
490-499
TOEFL Internet-Based Test
UWA code 1737
90
61-89
58-60
IELTS
UWA code 001024
6.5
(6.0 min on subscores)
5.0-6.0
(5.0 min on subscores)
5.0
(4.5 min on subscores)
Pearson Test of English (PTE)
61
42-60
36
TOEIC*
770
700-769
690-699
Cambridge English Scale
180
155-179
150-154
Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
ISE II with distinction in all skills
ISE I with distinction in all skills
ISE I with pass in all skills
Duolingo English Test
110
90
85
Oxford Test of English
130 with 120 min on subscores
100-129 with 100 min on subscores
90 with 90 min on subscores
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
80000 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 30 USD