Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
Department of
Electrical and Computer
Engineering Technology
Overview
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology prepares students for successful careers in industry or academia by providing a foundation of engineering theory through application-based instruction.
A laboratory- and project-intensive curriculum, taught by faculty dedicated to teaching and having a background in industry, offers students an engineering education rich in experiential learning. Co-op, study abroad, research opportunities, industrial connections, and modern facilities further enhance this relevant and engaging educational experience.
The department fosters a culture of support and nurtures the academic and professional growth of each student. Caring faculty and small class sizes ensure close student-faculty interactions and student-student collaborations.
Accreditation
Visit the college's accreditation page for information on enrollment and graduation data, program educational objectives, and student outcomes.
900
Average number of hours each student spends in lab, learning hands-on, during their undergraduate studies
200
Total pounds of free popcorn the department provides to students in a year
35
Maximum class size for an undergraduate class
Latest News
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October 23, 2024
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Faculty, students deploy creative construction for a good cause
What a hoot! RIT students and faculty harnessed the power of technology, the arts, and design to create a giant owl structure out of 1,500 pounds of canned food, all of which will be donated.
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May 1, 2024
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What’s being made in the SHED
Making at RIT has hit a new level now that several makerspaces in the Student Hall for Exploration and Development (SHED) have opened to provide students access to equipment and support for classwork, club advancement, and personal projects.
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May 1, 2024
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Humans are the nuts and bolts of robotics research
At RIT, robots are learning to read the room—especially rooms with humans. Improved communication between robots and people is part of the human-centered philosophy that anchors much of RIT’s work in robotics.
Featured Work
RIT Researchers Push Boundaries of Human-Robotic Interactions
Yangming Lee, Robert Garrick
Several RIT faculty researchers are pushing the boundaries of human-robotic interactions.
Professor Leads Team to Recreate Historic Chapel Acoustics
Sungyoung Kim
Associate Professor Sungyoung Kim and his students have successfully captured and digitally reconstructed the unique acoustics of RIT's Allen Chapel, bringing its endangered aural heritage to life in...
Featured Profiles
Lighting the Way: Alum's Journey from RIT to Industry Leader
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Jason Baright ’10, founder of G&G Industrial Lighting, powers major projects like the Holland Tunnel and SpaceX with innovative LED solutions.
Engineering Enthusiast Inspires Future Innovators
Kenzie Moore
Electrical engineering technology student Kenzie Moore makes a difference by volunteering with Engineering Up, a program to ignite K-12 students' passion for STEM through hands-on learning and...
Undergraduate Programs
ECET offers two Bachelor of Science degrees: computer engineering technology and electrical engineering technology. Both are five-year programs, which include a full year of cooperative work experience. For students wanting to specialize their area of study, options are offered in audio, wireless communications, and power and energy. Each option consists of four elective courses.
Graduate Programs
ECET offers one Master of Science degree in network communications. This program prepares graduates with advanced knowledge of the engineering aspects of emerging technologies and the policy/regulatory environment in which they are offered.
In cooperation with the Department of Computer Science, an accelerated degree option combining a Bachelor of Science in computer engineering technology and an MS in computer science is also available.
Student Resources
The department offers a variety of resources for our students such as:
- Academic Advisors
- Student Clubs and Organizations
- Technical Information and Support
- Software Help
Visit our Student Resources page for more information.