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ECE 6504 - Advanced Topics in Computer Engineering (3C)

Course Description

Advanced topics of current interest in computer engineering which are taken from current research topics and/or technical publications.

Why take this course?

This course gives the flexibility of teaching state-of-the-art subject matter in computer engineering, which may not be appropriate as a regular course offering. As such, it also provides visiting experts the opportunity to teach the students a highly specialized course for credit that would not otherwise be possible.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the key research questions in the specific subject area of the course.
  • Apply research methods suitable for the specific subject area of the course.
  • Present in written and/or verbal form key findings in the specific subject area of the course from contemporary research papers.
  • Read and analyze research papers from journals and conferences in the specific subject area of the course.

    • Resources & Links

    Textbook List

    The Fall 2024 ECE textbook list is available online for students.
    The Spring 2025 ECE texbook list is available online for students

    Graduate Advising Contacts

    Graduate Advising contacts

    Graduate Program Director and CPE Admission Officer
    Paul E. Plassmann

    Director, Extended Campus and Vice Chair, Graduate Committee
    Joseph G. Tront

    EE Admission Officer
    Gregory D. Earle

    Admissions/Recruiting Contact

    Laura Villada, Graduate Recruiting and Admissions Coordinator. vlaura@vt.edu