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The College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic University is dedicated to shaping the future through cutting-edge research and transformative education. Internationally recognized for our expertise in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, Biomedical Engineering, Civil, Environmental, and Geomatics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Ocean Engineering, we stand as pioneers in technological advancements.

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 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.

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FAU Receives DIU Grant to Transform Underwater Robotic Communication
Florida Atlantic University has received a 12-month $1 million award through the AUKUS Maritime Innovation Challenge, a trilateral defense innovation initiative supported by the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom....
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Robotic Dog
FAU Receives $1M Gift for AI Engineering Learning Lab
Florida Atlantic University has received a $1 million gift from the Levine Family Foundation to establish the Michael R. Levine AI-Enabled Hands-On Engineering Lab at the College of Engineering and Computer Science. The lab...
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Big Data
Study Features Global Impact of Journal of Big Data in First Decade
A new study published in the Journal of Big Data (JBD) highlights the journal’s emergence as one of the world’s leading publications in data science and artificial intelligence research during its first decade – an...
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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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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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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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Students participated in an interactive robotics demonstration led by graduate students from the Multimedia Systems Lab (M Lab). During the session, they assisted in coding a robot dog and observed real-time robotic control and interaction systems developed within the lab.
FAU Engineering Welcomes Cocoplum Nature School Students for STEM and Robotics Exploration
The College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic University recently welcomed 40 K–5 students from Cocoplum Nature School for a hands-on day of STEM exploration and robotics discovery. Led by Hari Kalva,...
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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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Annabella Zamora

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

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Alex Hintze

Alex Hintze, a passionate Civil Engineer and FAU alumnus, exemplifies global impact and leadership through his bridge-building work and engineering career in Eswatini.

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Bio-Inspired Sciences and Technologies Lab (BIST)

Dr. Ramin Pashaie’s lab explores the brain to develop breakthrough technologies for early Alzheimer’s detection and more.

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

Ranked Among the Best Undergraduate Computer Science Programs in 2026

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