About this major
Computer Engineering focuses on the design, development, and testing of computer systems and components such as processors, circuit boards, memory devices, networks, and routers. Students learn both hardware and software aspects, integrating electronic engineering with computer sciences.
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Curriculum snapshot
Digital Systems Design
Covers the fundamentals of digital logic design, including the design and analysis of combinational and sequential circuits.
Microprocessor Systems
Explores the architecture and operation of microprocessors, including programming and interfacing techniques.
Computer Networks
Introduces the principles of networking, including data communication, protocols, and network architecture.
Embedded Systems
Focuses on the design and implementation of embedded systems using microcontrollers and real-time operating systems.
Operating Systems
Examines the concepts and structures of operating systems, including process management and memory management.
VLSI Design
Teaches the principles of Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) for designing complex digital circuits.
Career outcomes
- Hardware Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Firmware Developer
- Network Engineer
- Embedded Systems Engineer
Pros
- High demand for skills
- Diverse career opportunities
- Strong earning potential
Considerations
- Rapid technological change
- Continuous learning required
- Intensive problem-solving
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Electrical Engineering
Shares a focus on electronics and circuit design, but broader in scope without the software emphasis.
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Software Engineering
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Information Technology
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Mechatronics Engineering
Integrates mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering for automation and robotics, similar in its interdisciplinary approach.