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 Missouri colleges that offer computer engineering degrees.

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Ranken Technical College

3203 Oak Grove Rd, Poplar Bluff, MO

About
Ranken Technical College, located in Saint Louis, Missouri, was founded in 1907 by David Rankin Jr. to provide training in a variety of occupations for students. Courses started in 1909, with the school funded by a one million dollar endowment, which later added the entire fortune to the endowment which today is over sixty four million dollars. The fund have allowed the school to grow and expand, increasing its offerings as necessary to meet high demand fields and student expectations.

Academics
Ranken Technical College offers a variety of programs that may result in a certificate, associate degree or bachelor's degree. Students will be able to choose the program that best suits his or her career goals. A majority of programs take between one and two years to complete. The school has been dedicated to providing quality technical and career training over one hundred years.

Programs offered include:

• Architectural Technology
• Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
• Precision Machine Technology
• Information Technology
• Applied Management

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Ranken Technical College must submit a completed application one week prior to the start of an academic semester. Students are encouraged to apply early though, as classes fill up quickly. Students must also supply transcripts and standardized test scores, and it is recommended students interview with an admissions representative.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and work study programs. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students may be asked to provide additional information to ensure that the FAFSA is accurate prior to the disbursement of funds.

Students Enrolled in the Computer Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ranken Technical College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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).