Master of Science [M.S] [Computer Engineering] From Illinois Institute of Technology

The program offered by the prepares students for advanced study and/or research and industry in the field of computer engineering. 

Students have the option to pursue thesis research under the guidance of a faculty adviser. Areas of study include computer hardware design, computer networking and telecommunications, and computer system and application software.

A student may demonstrate proficiency by successfully completing the courses or by demonstrating satisfactory performance in one or more special examinations administered by the department. 

The program of study includes a minimum of 32 credit hours of acceptable graduate coursework, with a minimum of 21 credit hours of ECE coursework. A minimum of 20 credit hours must be taken at the 500-level or higher excluding short courses and Master s Seminar. Up to two credits of master s seminar (ECE 595 or ECE 596), and up to six credits of ECE short courses may be applied to the degree. 

Students, in consultation with their adviser, select courses appropriate to their needs and interests. The program of study must include two core and two elective courses within one of the following computer engineering (CPE) areas of concentration, and at least one core course from the remaining two areas.