Computer Engineering Degree

The Computer Engineering Technology field of study is focused on the design and creation of computer hardware and computer software. To become proficient in this arena, students will need deep knowledge in system design, system connectivity, application design, computer programming, information technology, technology design, designing network systems, and networks across a wide variety of devices and applications. Get more details below including other New Mexico colleges that offer computer engineering degrees.

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New Mexico State University – Carlsbad

Also known as NMSU-Carlsbad

2400 North Scenic Drive, Alamogordo, NM

New Mexico State University – Carlsbad is the oldest community college in New Mexico established in 1950. It was first known as Carlsbad Instructional Center and after ten years, it was renamed as a branch campus of NMSU.

NMSU Carlsbad is the only two-year college in the state that has been recognized by the Quality New Mexico for three consecutive years – 1998, 1999 and 2000 and it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.  Moreover, it is among the first institutions admitted to the HLC’s Academic Quality Improvement Program (AQIP), a distinct accreditation process directed towards continuous quality improvement.

Utilizing the latest technology and innovative approach in higher education, NMSU Carlsbad provides quality and affordable education in the Carlsbad, Eddy County and southeast New Mexico. The campus facility of NMSU Carlsbad lies in a 142,000 square feet land area located at 1500 University Drive Carlsbad, NM 88220.

With several Associate degrees and Certificate programs, NMSU Carlsbad helps students achieve their educational goals and become successful in different fields such as Business, Nursing, Science, Digital Media, Manufacturing and Social Sciences.

For students who wish to pursue a baccalaureate degree, they may opt to take Developmental Studies, Associate of Arts degree and Transfer programs. As part of the NMSU system, students from this institution can take advantage of the seamless transfer to NMSULas Cruces, Dona Ana, Alamogordo, and Grants New Mexico.

Certificate programs and Associate of Applied Science degree, on the other hand, are for students who would like to start a professional career upon finishing a course. To accommodate a broader range of students, dual credit programs, non-credit continuing education training, workforce development and online learning programs are also offered by NMSU Carlsbad.

Future Student’s Guide http://carlsbad.nmsu.edu/students/future-students/

Tuition and Fees http://carlsbad.nmsu.edu/departments/business-office/tuition-fees/

Career Options for Graduates

Electronics Engineering Technicians

Description

Lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, parts, equipment, and systems, such as computer equipment, missile control instrumentation, electron tubes, test equipment, and machine tool numerical controls, applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and electrical testing, and physics. Usually work under direction of engineering staff.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).