There’s already a huge demand for talented computer engineers, and it’s growing, driven by the surge in electronic media and records, wireless technology and the Internet of Things (IoT), data processing and analytics, information security and nanotechnology, to name just a few.

Between constantly evolving computer technology and an aging workforce, there will be many future opportunities for skilled computer engineers.

A master’s degree in computer engineering from Syracuse University will ensure you have the right skills and knowledge to succeed in this field.  “The Master of Science in Computer Engineering program, delivered online through Syracuse University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science, teaches students to create ground-breaking hardware, software and assured solutions for new and emerging systems,” said Syracuse University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science online program.

Taking an online degree at Syracuse University involves a combination of live online classes, interactive coursework and collaborative group exercises and projects. Syracuse University has structured its online programs to emphasize the importance of collaboration, helping students form connections with their professors and classmates – even while learning remotely.

Notably, computer engineering is vital to digital security, and graduates of Syracuse University will hold a degree benefitting from the National Security Agency (NSA) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) designation as a Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education (CAEIAE) and Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Research (CAE-R).

“When you graduate with your master’s degree in computer engineering, you will be prepared with the leading-edge knowledge necessary to solve challenging technical problems in computer engineering, and to keep current with this ever-changing industry,” said Syracuse University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science online program.

The Online Experience at Syracuse University

Like all online degrees, the primary advantage/benefit to the online M.S. program at Syracuse University is the flexibility that comes from online learning.  The online classroom structure means that students don’t need to relocate, or leave their current employment, in order to expand on their computer engineering expertise with additional education.

Syracuse University offers opportunities for online students to join their classmates and professors in person for immersive learning experiences.  These include:

• In-person collaborations on projects
• Attending guest lectures and learning from industry expert guest speakers
• Participating in collaborative workshops

All online course elements take place through a virtual campus where students attend live online classes, access coursework, connect and collaborate with their peers, track and submit assignments and join social groups.  The virtual campus is also accessible through mobile apps that offer all the same functionality as the desktop version.

Course content is available 24/7 for students to prepare for the weekly online class that takes place via webcam in a virtual classroom.  These classes take the format of an open discussion, and are recorded and available to view at anytime during or after completion of the program.

What Graduates Learn from an M.S. in Computer Engineering

Students will need a strong interest in computer systems – how they work, and how they integrate into the larger picture – to be successful in this field.

“Most students have a background in electrical or computer engineering, but this degree will also appeal to those that have studied other engineering disciplines, math or physics,” said Syracuse University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science online program.

The Syracuse University computer engineering master’s program is designed to ensure all students develop the necessary skills to tackle advanced challenges in this rapidly changing field.  Students will hone their skills in a curriculum crafted around Syracuse University’s existing areas of research, which include:

• Artificial intelligence
• Applications of data mining methodologies
• Assured systems that degrade the face of attack and failure
• The intersection of computational complexity, formal methods and programming language semantics

Graduates will be skilled in operations analysis for creating designs according to product requirements, critical thinking to solve challenging technical problems, active learning to grasp implications of new information for decision-making and judgement for considerations of the costs and benefits of potential actions.

These skills are taught through a range of coursework topics that are essential to the growing field of computer technology, including:

Core Courses

• Computer Security
• Internet Security
• Advanced Computer Architecture
• Advanced Data Structures and Algorithms

Elective Courses:

• Object Oriented Programming C++
• Software Engineering
• Android Programming
• Object Oriented Design
• Mobile Application Programming
• Fundamentals of Data and Knowledge Mining
• Introduction to Cryptography
• Machine Learning
• Principles of Operating Systems

To learn more, visit Syracuse University's Online Master’s of Science in Computer Engineering website.