New Department of Biomedical Engineering
New Department of Biomedical Engineering
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Our Team Wins Second Place at International Submarine Race
2nd at the International Submarine Race
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FPL and FAU Engineering Unveil New AI-Enabled Center
New AI-Enabled Center
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WELCOME TO THE COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE

The FAU College of Engineering and Computer Science is internationally recognized for cutting edge research and education in the areas of Computer Science and Artificial intelligence (AI), Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Ocean Engineering.

Research conducted by our faculty and their teams expose our students to technology innovations that push the current state of the art of the disciplines. The College research efforts are supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Department of Defense (DOD), the Department of Transportation (DOT), the Department of Education (DOEd), the State of Florida, and Industry.

The FAU College of Engineering and Computer Science offers 34 degree programs at the Bachelors, Masters and Ph.D. level with a modern twist that bear specializations in areas of national priority such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, internet of things, transportation and supply chain management, and data science. New degree programs include Masters of Science in AI (first in FL), Bachelors and Masters of Science in Data Science and Analytics, Ph.D. in Transportation and Environmental Engineering and the new Professional Masters of Science and Ph.D. in Computer Science for working professionals.

 
News
Human-AI Manufacturing System
FAU Engineer Earns U.S. Patent for Human-AI Manufacturing System
A new patent titled, “Adaptive Cyber Manufacturing (ACM) Through Online Human-AI Partnerships” awarded to Mehrdad Nojoumian, Ph.D., associate professor in the College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic...
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Award, CA-AI
FAU CA-AI Team Wins First Place at 2026 IEEE Radar Conference
Researchers from the Center for Connected Autonomy and Artificial Intelligence (CA-AI) in the FAU College of Engineering & Computer Science earned first place in the Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society (AESS) Radar Challenge...
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Researcher, Lab
FAU's CA-AI Secures $2.2M AFRL Grant for Next-Gen Autonomous Systems
As autonomous technologies continue to expand their presence across commercial and defense applications, a critical limitation persists. While today’s machines can operate intelligently on their own, they often struggle...
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Researcher, Lab
FAU Researcher Earns NSF CAREER Award for Air, Water Purification
As concerns about air and water pollution continue to grow, scientists are working to improve materials that can capture harmful contaminants before they impact human health and the environment. A key class of these materials...
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FAU’s Isaac Elishakoff, Ph.D., Appointed to Three ASCE Committees
FAU’s Isaac Elishakoff, Ph.D., Appointed to Three ASCE Committees
Isaac Elishakoff, Ph.D., Distinguished Research Professor in FAU’s College of Engineering and Computer Science, has been appointed to the Raymond D. Mindlin Medal Committee, the Maurice A. Biot Medal Committee, and the...
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Florida Atlantic University will host a series of summer camps beginning in June. (Photo by Alex Dolce)
FAU to Offer 2026 Summer Camps
This summer, the Florida Atlantic University College of Engineering and Computer Science is offering hands-on camps designed to introduce high school students to the future of engineering and technology.
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Events
Community Outreach
A team of FAU mechanical engineering students secured third place in the college remote-controlled division at NASA’s 2026 Human Exploration Rover Challenge
FAU Mechanical Engineers Earn Third Place at NASA HERC Competition
A team of Florida Atlantic University mechanical engineering students secured third place in the college remote-controlled division at NASA’s 2026 Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC), showcasing innovation, teamwork...
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Florida Atlantic University recently hosted the 2026 American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Southeast Student Symposium
FAU Civil Engineers Host and Compete in Regionwide ASCE Competition
Florida Atlantic University recently hosted the 2026 American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Southeast Student Symposium, in which FAU participants came away with six top-five finishes, including winning the “geo-wall”...
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FAU Hosts Saint Andrew’s Students for Biomedical Engineering Lab Experience
FAU Hosts Saint Andrew’s Students for Biomedical Engineering Lab Experience
On April 1, 2026, the College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic University welcomed nearly 100 students from Saint Andrew’s School for a day of exploration and hands-on exposure to engineering research...
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By the Numbers
No. 1
Fastest-Rising Engineering College in the US
No. 92

Among Public Institutions, U.S. News and World Report Graduate Rankings 2025

$46M
Active Sponsored Research Portfolio
FY23
Top Job
Placement Rate
SUS Engineering Colleges
190%↑
Growth in External Research Funding
FY23
63%
1st College Choice for Incoming Freshman

 

Spotlight Stories
Annabella Zamora

Student

Annabella Zamora

Annabella Victoria Zamora, a dedicated Computer Engineering student at Florida Atlantic University is a shining example of leadership and passion in the field of engineering.

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Andre Jones

Alumni

Andre Jones

FAU Honors 2021 Hall of Fame Inductees along with Distinguished Alumni

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FAU Photonics Lab

Center & Lab

Photonics Lab

At Florida Atlantic, Mahsa Ranji is a dynamic force in the field of biophotonics. As an Associate Professor and an I-SENSE Fellow, she leads the Biophotonics Research Lab.

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Ranking and Accreditations
Best Colleges U.S. News & World Report Computer Science 2026
Best Undergraduate Computer Science

Ranked Among the Best Undergraduate Computer Science Programs in 2026

ASEE Diversity Recognition Program Bronze Award logo with blue ribbon and copper scalloped edge.
ABET Accreditation

Proud member of ABET, the premier accreditation agency for natural science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology.

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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Proud member of SACSCOC, the regional accreditation agency of degree-granting higher education institutions.