Computer Engineers use their knowledge of both hardware and software for the design and development of the faster, smaller, and more powerful computer systems of tomorrow. Computers are embedded in everything that can be programmed, such as consumer products, and industrial, commercial, medical, and military products.

Fenn College’s curriculum in Computer Engineering prepares students for successful careers in the following areas: Computer design, hardware and software design, telecommunications, manufacturing, robotics and more.

In addition to mathematics and science courses, computer engineering students take courses such as digital systems, modern digital design, computer networks, computer organization, high performance architectures, operating systems and more. Technical writing and senior design projects are also offered.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Computer Engineering is one of the top ten degrees in demand according to the 2007 National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Job Outlook Survey. Software engineering is predicted to grow by 36 percent, while projected growth in all engineering fields is 3-9 percent through 2012. Engineering ranks among the highest paid professional fields

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RELATED CAREER TITLES

• Computer Analyst
• IT Help Support
• Programmer
• Internet Developer
• Application Support
• Database Programmer
• Quality Assurance Intern
• Mechanical Engineering Assistant
• Mapping Analyst
• Junior Graphic Designer
• Web Developer
• Technical Analyst
• JAVA/C++ Developer
• Hardware and Software Developer
• Helpdesk Team Member
• Sales Analyst
• Assistant Lab Instructor
• Software Test Analyst
• Support Analyst
• LAN Analyst
• Nuclear System Designer
• Teaching Assistant
• Visual Basic Developer
• Management Information Analyst
• Technical Writer

RELATED MAJOR SKILLS

 

Complex problem solving	Active listening
Critical thinking	Active learning
Reading comprehension	Judgment and decision making
Time management	Troubleshooting
Systems evaluation	Operations analysis

CAREER PLANNING LINKS

• Wikipedia: Computer Engineering
• The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
• Engineering-Related Web Sites
• Careers in Science and Engineering
• Association for Computing Machinery
• Computing Research Association
• Women in Electrical and Computer Engineering