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Associate of Applied Science

Electrical and Computer Engineering (A.A.S.)

Department of Computer Science and Engineering
The Electrical and Computer Engineering program combines computer and electrical engineering principles with computer science to give students the knowledge and skills they need to enter the workforce.
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Electrical and Computer Engineering Introduction

This program gives students a solid foundation in basic computer and electronic systems. This includes computer programming, system design, and analog electronics knowledge.

Students will be taught problem-solving skills that will allow them to debug and correct electronic system errors. They will be able to learn to combine scientific knowledge and engineering methods with practical technical skills to help prepare them for life-long learning and rewarding employment.

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Highlighted Courses

If you are interested in Electrical and Computer Engineering, start with one of the following major-specific courses
Principles of Physics I
April 09, 2026 09:01 AM
PH 121
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Electric Circuit Analysis I
April 09, 2026 08:58 AM
ECEN 150
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Programming with Classes
March 31, 2026 01:18 PM
CSE 210
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Programming with Data Structures
October 02, 2025 09:17 AM
CSE 212
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Fundamentals of Digital Systems
October 02, 2025 08:44 AM
ECEN 240
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Electric Circuit Analysis II
April 09, 2026 08:59 AM
ECEN 250
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Microprocessor Based-System Design
September 18, 2025 03:57 PM
ECEN 260
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Differential Equations with Linear Algebra
April 09, 2026 09:00 AM
MATH 316
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2- Year Plan
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Career Possibilities for Electrical and Computer Engineering

Graduates with an Associates degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

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Data Source: Industry and occupation employment and wage estimates are modeled using data from Lightcast, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and other public sources. Figures are estimates and actual outcomes may vary by employer, experience, and location.

AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

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AI in Electrical and Computer Engineering
You will learn to ethically leverage AI as a tool to enhance your technical efficiency without replacing the critical problem-solving skills essential to the engineering field. This program empowers you to not only use modern AI systems but also provides the groundwork to help design the intelligent technologies of the future.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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