ProgramsBYU Electrical & Computer Engineering Capstone Program (2025–2026)

BYU Electrical & Computer Engineering Capstone Program (2025–2026)

Program Overview
Program Title BYU Electrical & Computer Engineering Capstone Program (2025–2026)
Organization Brigham Young University (BYU)
# of Students Enrolled
0
# of Projects Running
1 Project/s Added (of 50 Projects Expected)

Program Timeline

Project Duration

Start Date: 09/03/25      End Date: 04/15/26

7 months
Collaboration Overview
About Students

These students are in the final year of their Electrical or Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree at BYU. They bring hands-on experience with: 

  • Digital and analog circuit design

  • Embedded systems and firmware

  • Signal processing and filtering

  • Microcontroller and FPGA programming

  • PCB layout and fabrication

  • Control systems and sensor integration

  • Wireless communication protocols

  • Software development in C/C++, Python, and MATLAB

Each team operates within a project-based learning environment, applying engineering principles in a structured design process guided by experienced faculty.

Student Level:   Bachelor Degree

Student Time Commitment:   Full Time

Team Structure:   5 - 7

Program Goals
Capstone students will: 

  1. Define engineering requirements from a sponsor-defined problem statement

  2. Design, simulate, and implement circuit- or system-level solutions

  3. Integrate hardware and software into functional prototypes

  4. Perform validation through measurement, simulation, and debugging

  5. Communicate designs through schematics, code documentation, and final reports

  6. Develop readiness for careers in electrical, computer, and systems engineering roles
Format Structure

Multiple Projects Multiple Teams
Format Title Capstone
Format Description
The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Capstone Program at Brigham Young University matches sponsors with senior engineering students to tackle real-world technical challenges over the course of an academic year. 

Each project is assigned a team of 5–7 students and supported by BYU faculty and lab resources. Projects span hardware and software systems and typically include design, prototyping, validation, and final documentation. 

Key Benefits to Sponsors: 

  • Solve real problems in embedded systems, signal processing, controls, or electronics

  • Receive functional prototypes, simulation data, test plans, and design files

  • Retain all intellectual property and technical documentation

  • Evaluate and engage high-performing students for recruitment

  • Participate in the Capstone Design Fair and gain institutional visibility
Benefits For Industry Partners
Project Modality Fully Remote
Industry Partner Requirements to Participate
Project Topics Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Cybersecurity Data Management Electrical Engineering Information Technology (IT) Innovation Operations Product Design & Development Quality Control Research & Development Research, Analysis, Evaluation Software Design & Development Strategic Planning UX/UI & Human-Centered Design
Target Industries Aerospace & Defense Agriculture & Farming Arts & Recreation Biotech & Pharmaceuticals Computers & Hardware Construction, Repair & Maitenance Consumer Services Education Energy & Utilities Fashion & Apparel Finance Food & Beverage Government Health Care Insurance Manufacturing Media Natural Resources Non-Profit Professional Services Public Works Real Estate Restaurants, Bars & Food Services Retail Semiconductor Software & IT Sports & Entertainment Telecommunications Transportation & Logistics Travel & Tourism
Skills & Expertise Analog Signal Processing C Programming C++ Programming Circuit Design Control Systems Data Acquisition Digital Logic Embedded Systems Engineering Communication FPGA Design LabVIEW MATLAB Microcontroller Programming PCB Fabrication PCB Layout Power Electronics Project Management Python Schematic Capture Sensor Integration Simulation Tools Simulink System Modeling Technical Documentation Testing and Debugging Wireless Communication
Location Information & Preferences

Local (within 30 miles)

  • Projects can be sponsored from anywhere

  • Sponsors are expected to join virtual kickoff and check-ins (monthly) and attend the final design fair in person or virtually

  • BYU teams will operate from campus, utilizing in-person collaboration and on-site fabrication facilities

  • Sponsors should be available for questions, feedback, and milestone reviews (1–2 hours/month expected)

  • Project-specific visits or site tours are optional but welcome if geographically feasible
Sponsorship

Sponsorship Requested (Mandatory):

Pre-Revenue Startup an exact contribution amount of $22000.0

Growth Startup an exact contribution amount of $22000.0

Small to Medium Business an exact contribution amount of $22000.0

Large Enterprise an exact contribution amount of $22000.0

Government Organization an exact contribution amount of $22000.0

Non-Profit an exact contribution amount of $22000.0

Compensation

Following compensation will be offered to the students:

Other Requirements
Sponsorship Fee: $22,000 per project

  • Covers faculty support, materials, software licensing, and lab access
Sponsors retain ownership of IP and deliverables

Projects must include a technical challenge in design, implementation, or validation of ECE systems

Sponsor must assign a technical point of contact

Final deliverables include:
  • Design files (schematics, PCB layout)

  • Source code

  • Final prototype (if applicable)

  • Test plan and report

  • Presentation at the Capstone Design Fair
Expected Time Commitment For Project Managers 2 Hours per week
Key Program Dates Due Date
Application Deadline

 Jul 04 2025, 12:00.00 AM
Projects Finalized

 Aug 01 2025, 12:00.00 AM
Student Teams Finalized

 Aug 22 2025, 12:00.00 AM
Projects Launch

 Sep 03 2025, 12:00.00 AM

Program Timeline

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Projects

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