College of Engineering and Computer Science
You can reassemble a small engine blindfolded. Every VEX and FIRST robotics competition leaves you more driven, ready to push harder. You push inductors, capacitors, and resistors to their limits. Kettering’s College of Engineering empowers you to build the robots, EVs, and computers of tomorrow—and launch a career at the cutting edge of industry.
As a first-year undergraduate student, you can:
- Use Yokogawa WT16000 power analyzers and fluke thermal imagers in the Advanced Machines & Power Electronics Design (AMPED) Laboratory.
- Incorporate virtual systems with precision optical motion tracking, wireless surface electromyography, and more in the Human Interfaces & Ergonomics Laboratory.
- Advance computer-aided manufacturing in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering 100 to create market-ready products.
- Utilize the GM Mobility Research Center, featuring a 3.25-acre test pad built to racetrack specifications — the only test track of its kind at a U.S. university to advance autonomous and EV tech.
Choose among eight majors, 11 minors and concentrations, and 16 master’s programs — including a bachelor’s and master’s combined degree option. We also have nine master’s degree programs and a special bachelor’s and master’s combined degree option. Kettering’s 50/50 model blends rigorous academics with hands-on Co-op experiences, alternating classroom learning with real-world problem-solving. Guided by industry leaders and alumni on the Dean’s Advisory Council, our programs stay at the forefront of innovation, preparing you to lead in fields like advanced mobility, robotics, and sustainable energy.
College of Engineering and Computer Science Undergraduate Programs
The undergraduate degree programs within the College of Engineering and Computer Science focus on advancing technological frontiers and prepare you to lead confidently in fast-evolving industries.
B.S. in Chemical Engineering
Under the guidance of Dr. Susan Farhat, Department Head, who specializes in surface engineering and plasma deposition, you’ll engage in research focused on sustainable materials engineering and formulation of coatings and treatments for applications such as lightweight vehicle components and energy storage systems.
B.S. in Electrical Engineering
Collaborate with Dr. Mark Thompson, Department Head, and other electrical engineering faculty, focusing on efficient production and utilization of electrical energy, including electric vehicle propulsion and power electronic converters. Participate in cutting-edge research on high-efficiency power systems and innovative charging solutions for EVs.
B.S. in Computer Engineering
B.S. in Computer Engineering Led by Dr. Mark Thompson, Department Head, students in Computer Engineering gain hands-on experience with digital systems, microcomputers, and computer networks. This program prepares graduates to design embedded systems for innovations in autonomous vehicles, medical devices, and manufacturing.
B.S. in Computer Science
Computer science plays a crucial role across sectors, from financial institutions to medical labs. And with the rise of AI and similar technologies, you can be on the front line of transformative global change.
B.S. in Industrial Engineering
Optimize systems that seamlessly integrate people, machines, and data. Led by Dr. Ghazi Nezami, Interim Department Head, whose research is focused on the optimization of energy-efficient production systems, supply chain, and collaborative logistics systems, and sustainability data analysis to drive innovative solutions and improve systems.
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Work alongside Dr. Javad Baqersad, an expert in vibrations, acoustics, and digital twins of mechanical systems, advancing vehicle performance and efficiency. Contributed to projects developing vehicles with improved noise and ride behavior, creating digital twin models to monitor system health and predict performance, and enhancing fuel efficiency through the use of advanced materials and innovative design approaches.
B.S. in Engineering
Gain a strong foundation in engineering principles and excel in multidisciplinary areas like manufacturing systems, mechatronics, robotics, or engineering management. Guided by Dr. David Foster, BSE Program Director, learn to advance the Internet of Things by blending computer networking, fault-tolerant computing, and embedded systems.
Kettering Engineering By the Numbers
years of engineering leadership in which we’ve pioneered STEM education and forged strong connections in the automotive, manufacturing, and tech industries.
best in non-Ph.D. engineering programs and #3 in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report.
in starting salaries for graduates in the state of Michigan, according to SmartAsset.
Why Earn Your Engineering and Computer Science Degree From Kettering?
At Kettering’s College of Engineering and Computer Science, you won’t have to go looking for challenges that test your skills. They’re built right in.
Kettering's Co-op
Spend half the year in the classroom and the other half gaining paid, hands-on experience with industry professionals. By graduation, you’ll have the expertise to skip entry-level positions and start leading.
Competition Teams
Test your engineering prowess. Whether you’re designing a Formula 1-style race car or programming autonomous robots, turn your hobbies into strengths that pay off for years to come.
State-of-the-Art Research
Push your ideas to the limit—and then improve them. Access our advanced facilities from day one, ready to tackle and solve the toughest problems.
Meet the Dean
Meet the Dean
Appointed in 2022, Dr. Scott E. Grasman creates innovative opportunities for our students. His expertise in workforce planning, logistics, and alternative energy modeling drives our programs to stay at the leading edge.
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Next Steps
Fast-track a career in engineering with a research-focused bachelor’s or master’s degree from Kettering University.