1. Strategic Plan Computer Engineering ECE and BME

2. Long-term Goal Grow the Computer Engineering Program Start a 5 year ECE MS Program

3. Student Wishes Students want to get a BS and an MS in 5 years The BS degree must still be ABET accredited Students get a BS in EE or CpE + MS ECE saves time Saves money

4. Fulfilling Student Needs Simplified graduate school admission Gives students flexibility to shift electives Enables thematic electives for flexibility

5. Cost Analysis financial advantages - $38k/yr (excluding r&b, full-time) quality and price comparable to:  Georgia Tech  Umass Amherst  UCSD

6. Strengths and Advantages Emphasize Service Learning Biomedical Domains Will make leadership courses in technology required Require a Thesis

7. Next Steps of Action Need approval of SOE faculty Need detailed benchmarking/marketing study Internal process  SOE Faculty  Dean's Council  EPC  BOGHE