Pigman College of Engineering Paducah Campus Computer Engineering Technology

This program is offered at the Lexington and Paducah Campus.

2+2 a KCTCS affiliate campus

Graduates of the Computer Engineering Technology program will be trained in the latest technologies and equipped with the practical skills and hands-on experience necessary for thriving in advanced technology industries. Students can enjoy an integrated education with a unique technology pathway that features participation in extensive industrial practicums. This program is offered at both Lexington and Paducah campuses. The programs are a 2-plus-2 arrangement that allows students to earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) from a designated Kentucky Community and Technical College Systems School (BCTCS or WKCTC) and a Bachelor of Science (BS) from the University of Kentucky, in two years. Students will work towards their Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Kentucky during the second two years. 

What do Computer Engineering Technologists Do?

Computer Engineering Technologists are employed as embedded software technologists, computer support specialists, networking support specialists, automation engineers, applications engineers, telecommunications engineers, network support technical engineers, and network administrators. Computer Engineering Technologists are employed by industry, academia and government labs for manufacturing and analysis.

How Much Do They Earn?

In May 2019, the median annual wage for Computer Systems Analyst was $85,291, and the median annual wage for Computer Hardware Engineers was $81,785.

The employment of Computer Engineering Technologists is projected to grow 10-15 percent between 2019 to 2028.

*Source: Data was collected from Burning Glass; they represent actual job postings in the last twelve months and BLS projections from 2019-2028.

Where Do They Work?

• Aerospace
• Manufacturing
• Industrial equipment design
• Consulting firms
• Government agencies
• Energy and environmental solutions
• Aviation
• Automotive

The Fujio Cho Department of Engineering Technology offers integrated collaborative programs between UK and KCTCS, where students earn AAS and B.S. degrees. The undergraduate program provides flexibility and sufficient depth and breadth of study through its variety of course offerings. Students will conclude the program with a two-semester senior capstone project incorporating design, creation and collaboration with participating companies under real-world conditions.

The Engineering Technology Program will be eligible for accreditation by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Admission Requirements

If you are interested in applying, please begin by applying to WKCTC. If you are interested in the BS in Computer Engineering Technology, you will apply for the AAS in Computer Engineering Technology on the WKCTC application. 

WKCTC will be your home institution until you complete all requirements for an AAS degree. If you complete your AAS degree requirements within a designated three-year period and meet the admission requirements as established by the UK Pigman College of Engineering (i.e., maintained a cumulative college GPA of 2.0 and completed MAT 170 or its equivalent with a C or higher grade), UK will become your home institution to complete the remaining courses in the curriculum. Your UK catalog year will be based on the year you enrolled in the joint program.

Transfer Students

To be accepted into the joint UK/WKCTC program, transfer students must have a minimum cumulative college GPA of 2.0 and have completed MA 123 (MAT 170) or its equivalent with a C or higher grade and may be required to complete some courses at WKCTC.

Current UK Students

If you are enrolled in any of UK-COE’s degree programs but want to change your major to Computer Engineering Technology, you will need to consult with your academic advisor and follow the process for a change in major as required by UK. You must have a cumulative college GPA of 2.0, and you may be required to complete some courses at WKCTC.

Current WKCTC Students

If you are enrolled in the WKCTC but want to change your major to the AAS in Computer Engineering Technology to enable you to pursue the BS in Computer Engineering Technology, you will need to consult with your academic advisor and follow the process for a change in major as required by BCTC. You must have a cumulative college GPA of 2.0.