BEng Computer Engineering
University of Pretoria - Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
Key Information
Campus location
Pretoria, South Africa
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Introduction
The programs are designed in accordance with the outcomes-based model as required by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The learning outcomes and contents of the programs have been compiled in accordance with the latest accreditation standards (PE-60 and PE-61) of ECSA, which also comply with the SAQA requirements.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available, please visit the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Year 1
Fundamental modules
- Academic orientation
Core modules
- Program design: Introduction
- Operating systems
- Imperative programming
- Electricity and electronics
- Information technology practice
- Physics
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Statics
- Calculus
- Mathematics
Year 2
- Engineering statistics
- Data structures and algorithms
- Electrical engineering
- Information technology practice
- Professional and technical communication
- Linear systems
- Introduction to programming and computer simulations
- Digital systems
- Community-based project
- Materials science
- Mathematics
- Differential equations
- Calculus
- Numerical methods
Year 3
- Engineering management
- Intelligent systems
- Control systems
- Digital communication
- Information technology practice
- Electromagnetic compatibility
- Microprocessors
- Analog electronics
- Software engineering
- Computer engineering design
- Engineering activity and group work
Final Year
- Computer engineering: Architecture and systems
- e-Business and network security
- Project
- Practical training and report
- Research project
- DSP programming and application
- Engineering professionalism
Program Outcome
Total Credits: 590
A graduate in engineering should be able to apply the following skills on an advanced level:
- Engineering problem solving.
- Application of specialist and fundamental knowledge, with specific reference to mathematics, basic sciences and engineering sciences.
- Engineering design and synthesis.
- Investigation, experimentation and data analysis.
- Engineering methods, skills, tools and information technology.
- Professional and general communication.
- Awareness and knowledge of the impact of engineering activity on society and the physical environment.
- Work in teams and in multidisciplinary environments.
- An awareness and ability for lifelong learning.
- An awareness and knowledge of principles of professional ethics and practice.
- Awareness and knowledge of engineering management principles and economic decision-making.