Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (Hybrid)
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About the Program
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Online Degree Completion Program at SDSU is a hybrid undergraduate program designed for students who have completed at least 60 transferable units and want to finish their degree.
The program prepares students to work in computer engineering jobs through a mix of online courses and an in-person engineering lab residency. Courses are taught by the same expert faculty who lead SDSU’s on-campus computer engineering department, ensuring a rigorous and research-driven education in a flexible, mostly online format.
In just 5 semesters, you’ll be ready to enter the growing field of computer engineering with the know-how and hands-on experience to give you a leg up on the competition.
- Designed for working professionals & adult learners
- Same degree as SDSU’s on-campus program
- Prepares students for careers in the computer engineering field such
What Will I Learn?
The computer engineering degree completion program gives students a solid foundation of advanced math, computer hardware and software, and engineering design. Along with these core subjects, computer engineering students are also required to take specialized courses in Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) circuits, machine learning, web programming, etc.
All courses in this program are conducted online and in an asynchronous format for total flexibility. For additional experience that’s more hands-on, this program also includes an in-person lab residency.
This lab course, EE 330L, will be taken in the summer term after your first year of the program. It’s an accelerated 2-week course that will be conducted on-campus in sunny San Diego. This immersive experience gives you the opportunity to build electronic circuits, work with oscilloscopes, design a power system, and learn about lab instruments.
Is This Program Right for Me?
Our program is ideal for students looking to finish their undergraduate degree in computer engineering who have already completed at least 60 transferable units.
Working Professionals Seeking Advancement—This program builds on students’ base knowledge to prepare them to take on advanced roles in computer engineering.
Career Changers—Those in other STEM realms can use this degree to leverage a switch to work in the world of hardware and software.
Community College Transfers—If you have 60 units completed from your time in community college, you can put those units towards a valuable degree in computer engineering.
Military & Veteran Students—This program can be a tool to help military-affiliated students transition their technical experience into civilian engineering careers.
Adult Learners Balancing Work & Life—All courses are fully online and asynchronous, so you don’t have to put other aspects of your life on hold to be able to finish your degree and work towards career advancement.
Career Opportunities
A Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering equips graduates with the technical knowledge and skills to be able to work in a range of engineering fields:
- Emerging technologies
- Hardware engineering
- Embedded systems
- Software development
- Chip design
- Systems integration
Meet the Workforce Needs
Computer Engineering graduates are highly valued for their knowledge of both hardware and software concepts. Their advanced understanding of computer concepts make them leaders in the tech world today.
Labor Analysis
B.S. In Computer Engineering — Nationwide
- 999,326Job Postings
- 14.70%Projected job growth in the next 10 years
- $137,100Average Annual Salary
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2026
Why SDSU?
Reputation
SDSU’s on-campus computer engineering program prepares students to enter the computer engineering workforce and gives them connections to top companies in the area. Students get internship opportunities with Northrop Grumman, Google, Qualcomm, and Amazon Web Services.
Flexibility
All courses in this program are taught 100% online, with labs conducted in person on the SDSU campus.. They are also conducted in an asynchronous format, allowing students to complete their work on their schedule. You don’t have to put your family, friends, or work on pause while you earn your degree.
Versatility
Computer engineering gives students transferable skills that can be used in other STEM fields. These include abstract reasoning, project management, systems design, laboratory skills, processor design, problem solving, etc.
In order to earn a B.S. in Computer Engineering, you’ll need to complete 56 total units:
Required Courses (53 Units)
- COMPE 361 – Advanced Programming (3)
- COMPE 375 – Embedded Systems Programming (3)
- COMPE 470 – Digital Circuits (3)
- COMPE 470L – Digital Logic Laboratory (1)
- COMPE 475 – Microprocessors (3)
- COMPE 491W – Senior Design Project A (3)
- COMPE 493 – Senior Design Project B (3)
- COMPE 560 – Computer and Data Networks (3)
- E E 300 – Computational and Statistical Methods for Electrical Engineers (3)
- E E 310 – Circuit Analysis II (3)
- E E 330 – Fundamentals of Engineering Electronics (3)
- *E E 330L – Engineering Electronics Laboratory (1)
- E E 410 – Signals and Systems (3)
- COMPE 561 – Windows Database and Web Programming (3)
- COMPE 571 – Embedded Operating Systems (3)
- COMPE 510 – Machine Learning for Engineers (3)
- COMPE 572 – VLSI Circuit Design (3)
- COMPE 570 – VLSI System Design (3)
*In-person lab to be completed at SDSU
General Education (3 Units)
- GE Explorations Arts and Humanities / Cultural Diversity (3)
Additional courses may be required to fulfill CSU graduation requirements depending on a student’s transfer coursework.
Additional Program Information
- On-Campus Laboratory Requirement: Select laboratory courses require limited on-campus attendance to complete required hands-on lab activities.
- Course Materials: Students should budget less than $200 for required course materials and laboratory supplies during the program.
Program Schedule
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Fall Block 1 Courses
- COMPE 361 Advanced Programming (3 Units)
- COMPE 375 Embedded Systems Programming (3 Units)
Fall Block 2 Courses
- COMPE 470 Digital Circuits (3 Units)
- EE 300 Computational and Statistical Methods for Electrical Engineers (3 Units)
Spring Block 1 Courses
- EE 310 Circuit Analysis II (3 Units)
- EE 330 Fundamentals of Engineering Electronics (3 Units)
Spring Block 2 Courses
- COMPE 475 Microprocessors (3Units)
- EE 410 Signals and Systems (3 Units)
Summer Block 1 Courses
- EE 330L Engineering Electronics Laboratory* (1 Unit)
*Requires approximately 8 days of on-campus attendance for laboratory instruction. - GE Explorations Arts and Humanities / Cultural Diversity (3 Units)
Fall Block 1 Courses
- COMPE 470L Digital Logic Laboratory (1 Unit)
- COMPE 560 Computer and Data Networks (3 Units)
- COMPE 561 Windows Database and Web Programming (3 Units)
Fall Block 2 Courses
- COMPE 571 Embedded Operating Systems (3 Units)
- COMPE 510 Machine Learning for Engineers (3 Units)
Spring Block 1 Courses
- COMPE 491W Senior Design Project A (3 Units)
- COMPE 572 VLSI Circuit Design (3 Units)
Spring Block 2 Courses
- COMPE 492 – S Senior Design Project B (3 Units)
- COMPE 570 VLSI System Design (3 Units)
Out-of-State Applicants
While we welcome out-of-state students, SDSU Global Campus currently cannot accept applications from students residing in some specific states. Please check back often, as this list of approved states does change. View the list of authorized states here.
Admission Requirements
Below is a list of general admission requirements for the B.S. in Computer Engineering degree completion program.
We understand that every student’s journey is unique, and we encourage you to contact one of our Admission Advisors to confirm that you meet the program’s admission requirements.
Each applicant shall have completed the minimum transfer admission requirements by the end of the term prior to transfer. These include:
- Complete 60 or more semester units (90 or more quarter units).
- The “Golden Four” Requirement, which includes:
- Oral Communication — complete a basic public speaking course or other communication course with a grade of “C-” or higher in at least 3 semester (or 4 quarter) units
- English Composition — complete, with a grade of “C-” or higher, a first-year composition course that emphasizes essay writing or reading and writing concurrently in at least 3 semester (or 4 quarter) units.
- Critical Thinking — complete, with a grade of “C-” or higher, a second semester composition or writing course, or a course in reasoning and effective argumentative writing in at least 3 semester (or 4 quarter) units.
- Mathematical Concepts & Quantitative Reasoning — complete, with a grade of C- or higher, a mathematics course above the level of intermediate algebra in at least 3 semester (or 4 quarter) units. Mathematics 150, 151, and 252 satisfy this requirement.
- General Education (GE Courses)-Complete a minimum of 30 units of General Education (which include the Golden Four courses listed above). Courses completed must be at an institution that carries United States regional accreditation.
- Preparation for the Major
- At the time of application, students must have completed or have in progress 9 of the following preparation-for-the-major courses:
- COMPE 160 – Introduction to Computer Programming (3 units; minimum grade of C/2.0)
- COMPE 260 – Data Structures and Object-Oriented Programming in C++ (3 units; minimum grade of C-/1.7)
- EE 210 – Circuit Analysis I (3 units; minimum grade of C/2.0)
- MATH 150 – Calculus I (4 units; minimum grade of C/2.0)
- MATH 151 – Calculus II (4 units; minimum grade of C/2.0)
- MATH 254 – Introduction to Linear Algebra (3 units; minimum grade of C-/1.7)
- PHYS 195 – Principles of Physics (3 units; minimum grade of C/2.0)
- PHYS 196 – Principles of Physics (3 units; minimum grade of C/2.0)
- PHYS 196L – Principles of Physics Laboratory (1 unit)
- The remaining preparation-for-the-major courses below are not required for admission but must be completed before graduation.
- COMPE 101* – Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering (1 unit)
- MATH 245 – Discrete Mathematics (3 units; minimum grade of C-/1.7)
- BIOL 100 – General Biology (3 units) or BIOL 101 – World of Animals (3 units)
- COMPE 270* – Digital Systems (3 units; minimum grade of C-/1.7)
- COMPE 271* – Computer Organization (3 units; minimum grade of C-/1.7)
- EE 200* – Analytical Methods for Electrical Engineers (3 units; minimum grade of C/2.0)
- COMPE 101, COMPE 270, COMPE 271, and EE 200 will be incorporated into the program course schedule and completed as part of the student’s planned course sequence.
- At the time of application, students must have completed or have in progress 9 of the following preparation-for-the-major courses:
- Applicants must have an overall 2.7+ cumulative GPA.
Application Instructions
If you meet the admissions requirements and wish to apply, please complete an application through Cal State Apply.
A $70 nonrefundable application fee is required of all applicants at the time of application.
Admission decisions are initially based on self-reported information provided via Cal State Apply. You must provide complete and accurate information on your application. It’s highly recommended that students meet with an Admissions Advisor for a prequalification review prior to applying to the program.
Any misreporting will jeopardize an admission offer. Please do not send your official transcripts unless you are offered admission.
Electronic transcripts are highly encouraged. Please ensure that you indicate this preference when making your request. If you are required to provide an email address to send the secure online document to SDSU, please use transcriptsforsdsu@sdsu.edu.For more detailed admission requirements and other application information, please consult our Transfer Admissions Information.
Financial Aid
This program is approved for financial aid. To begin the financial aid process, visit the Financial Aid webpage. There, you can access the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
We encourage you to apply for financial aid as soon as possible.
FAQs
The online BS in Computer Engineering program from SDSU Online is a great way to return to higher education and earn a valuable engineering degree on your own time. You get to learn from expert SDSU professors, who also teach on campus, and earn a San Diego State University degree, all with the flexibility to not need to put your life on hold.
This program is perfect for any students with 60 transferable units wanting to complete a bachelors in computer engineering. Whether you’re a community college transfer, returning student, or veteran seeking a degree, this is the program for you!
This program is made up of mostly online, asynchronous coursework. Additionally, there is an in-person engineering lab component that is completed on-campus at SDSU during the summer term.
The computer engineering program includes courses in digital circuits, microprocessors, windows programming, embedded systems programming, and additional engineering concepts.
The classes in the online computer engineering degree completion program are taught by the same SDSU faculty who teach on campus and bring a broad array of academic and real-world experiences to the curriculum.
This program can be completed mostly online in just 5 semesters, including summer. This means you can earn your degree in 2 short years.
Computer engineering careers include hardware engineering, embedded systems, software development, chip design, etc.