Computer engineering Definition and 170 Threads

Hello there, I'm not really big on posting around here, mostly just lurk and read. Today however I feel I really need some help with making an important decision in my life. Being that this is the physics forums, and almost all of you are going to have a better knowledge of physics and even...

What are some example careers? What do you usually do? Hardware? Make computers?

Hello, everyone. My name is Sam. I am a freshman in college, and I am-- let us just say-- very worried about how in the world I could ever get a job in the field I want. I have grown up in Louisiana, Shreveport. My entire life I've been prepped to the belief that you go to college and then...

Hello everyone, I will be graduating next year and I was wondering what my university major should be. I want a major that could combine my passion for physics, mathematics, programming, and electronics and I was basically able to narrow it down to Computer Engineering and Electrical...

Hey! I had a discussion with a group of professors recently about the different disciplines one can master in electrical and computer engineering. There seems to be a prevailing notion that the closer one works to the physical layer, the harder his job is. Most of my professors seem to...

I'm majoring in computer engineering, I already have decided this. But the problem is my minor - I wish to minor in astrophysics. Is this ok with my choice of major?

Hello, I am currently a Jr. in high school and I am very interested in physics and computers. I would like to get a Ph.D. in physics (with emphasis of quantum mechanics or particle physics). For a career I would eventually like to build/research dealing with quantum computing, or be a particle...

Hey guys, I am currently a 16 year old Junior in high school. I am incredibly interested and fascinated in computers as they are constantly changing. I had the aspiration of being a computer engineer since Junior High school. But... I'm weak in math. I've passed Alg 1 and 2 with A and B's...

Hello everyone, (First, I hope this is the right subsection of PhysicsForum for this type of question. I was unsure if this should go into the ME or EE section) To start, I am trying narrow down my Engineering Interests down to somewhat specific areas to solidify what majors to pursue in...

Hi, I am a grade 12 student, applying for uni for the coming September. And yet, I'm still having trouble with deciding my course. Electrical and Computer Engineering, I am confused with the two. From wiki and other places I see that Electrical is more concerned with telecommunications...

So I got accepted into engineering, which is just general engineering first year. However the university has asked me for my preferred discipline now, and I was about to put computer engineering. The thing is, i heard that taking electrical engineering as an undergrad degree is a better option...

Hello I have bachelors degree in computer engineering from Pune University, India. I want to pursue further career in physics. I have scored 940/990 in subject GRE physics and I am now preparing for general GRE. Please suggest from which university (of US preferably) I can get masters...

Okay so I am a freshman in college, and planning on majoring in Computer Engineering. The first semester of college was a blast, I did really well in all my classes. I loved Physics, and kinematics just clicked with me. Now comes second semester. Electricity just doesn't click with me. I...

I am deciding between an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering major, but can anyone share their work experience as an EE or ME engineer? Also, if you are willing, can you share some details such as: 1) What company you are working for 2) How flexible is your job schedule 3) What is the most...

I'm currently a second semester CE student. I have until tomorrow to choose to change for EE without affecting my curriculum. Since I've been 14, I've always wanted to go CE and wasn't really interested in the pure EE topics. When I was doing my Sciences college degree in CEGEP (Quebec system) I...

Im college freshman and majoring in Computer Engineering. After I get my Bachelors degree, I want to go to grad school and get my Masters in Software Engineering. Even though I got my Bachelors in Computer Engineering, can I still get my Masters in Software Engineering? I am going to take some...

What is the difference between it and electrical engineering? What do you learn and what can you make and where can it lead? Sorry if this is too broad

What kind of careers could I get if I majored in computer engineering with a minor in physics? Or does a dual-major in compE and elecE make more sense? Which is better for grad school? Thanks!

Hello, I am currently a senior in high school. So, since colleges are just around the corner, I've been thinking of getting myself in an engineering school to study computer engineering. My dad wants me to get involved in software engineering, which actually sounds appealing to me. I enjoy...

What is the main difference between the two? They seem to be very, very closely related and I'm having difficulty deciding between the two. Help me please~

Hello ! i am a student from balkan(south-east europe) i have finished high school and now a i can't decide what to study Computer Engineering or Computer Science. I am good in Mathematics,Physics and Informatics. I need a well paying job, but don't know if i can earn more money with CE or...

It is a theory, but quantum computing could most likely out perform classical computers. In this regard, would it limit the progression of AI if it could go beyond classical computing? Assuming that quantum computing catches up and out performs classical computers, will computer engineers have...

After many many many...many posts, salary comparisons, opinions,descriptions, and different type of jobs I have read in regards to both degree programs, I still cannot choose between computer engineering and computer science(both been accepted to Uwaterloo). A little about myself: I am a...

Hi, I am approaching the end of my freshman year as a computer engineering major and I have a few questions about future coursework. At my school the computer engineering program is a joint program between the electrical engineering and computer science departments with about 70% EE classes and...

I know its been talked a lot before and I have used the search feature, seems like most topics are pretty old, so here it is: Which should I go with? Which would have best potential in the future? I keep hearing these two are practically the same, except for few classes. If I go with EE then...

Does anybody know of any online source for Electronic Engineering and Computer Engineering? I've only been able to find http://www.ece.mtu.edu/faculty/ljbohman/onlinetext/elint200.pdf" I suppose a real book would be fine too.

What courses to Take To Prepare For Computer Engineering Degree Due to a few complications i will not be able to go to the UK to study Computer Engineering this September, I have to wait for September 2011 to start my degree.In the meantime i will be taking courses at the local National...

Computer Science VS Computer Engineering (Academic Research...? Similar?) Are there many overlaps in academic research for CS and CE? It seems that for the schools I've researched (UT, Stanford, CMU, etc...) the "research" sections of their webpages for both CS and CE seemed very similar...

The course has attracted me for two years now but I'm not quite sure exactly WHAT it is. If been told that it deals with both Electrical Engineering and Computer Sci. Also, would this be a good choice if I'm interested in cryptology?

I'm taking this class and so far we have learned very basic stuff. The chapters that we learned so far are: 1 binary systems 2 boolean algebra 3 gate level minimization 4 combinational logic 5 synchronous sequential logic we have to write a 5 page paper on "applications of what we...

I have heard that many of the Computer Engineering hardware jobs are mostly outsourced these days. Is this true? I'm kind of frustrated because I don't mind programming but I like learning about hardware too. But, I know there are tons of programming jobs. Can someone with a CE degree still...

I'm currently in my Junior year in college for my BS in CE. I've always figured I'd get my Masters as well but is it necessary? I get very good grades and love what I'm doing. I have the opportunity to join this BSMS program at my school and would allow me to take graduate level courses while...

I want to do a dual major in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering... In which one should i start first?

Hey, I am a Sophomore Electrical Engineering Major and Mathematics Minor. Ive been debating switching to Computer Engineering because I like Computer Science. (In high school I competed at tons of programming competitions, I loved it and I am interested in how computers work on a deeper level...

im currently doing my first year in computer eng.,the thing is I am not sure if it suits me because i don't have any computer background plus comp.eng seems to be unrecognized in most instances (that is here in south africa).i did electrical technology in my high school years and it seems like I...

Hello everyone, I have been spending copious amounts of time on these forums; reading, perusing, and researching how to best prepare myself for an engineering career. I must say that I have not found a better resource for such tasks. My reason for doing so follows. My wife and I have...

I'm pursueing computer engineering at MIT, i want more of a 'software' approach to this course as i originally wanted to become a computer programmer in high school but my parents recommended science, so i took the sciences and have an interest in mathematics mostly. I would just like to know...

Hello i am seeing all type of engineering here but not computer so let me know and want to discuss the ideas of computer engineer..so kindly let me know please introduce here only computer engineering person.

Hello, Since about 10th grade, I have wanted to be a computer engineer. I love working with, on, and around computers. I seem to have a knack for computer related "stuff". I have decided to pursue a degree in computer engineering with a HARDWARE emphasis through the University of Florida. I...

Hi all! I need detailed and authentic advice on this subject. Currently I'm doing Telecommunication engineering and I'm in my second semester (so I have open choice to switch to computer engineering). Appearently, due to some reasons, I really have problems in deciding which field is better...

Can somebody tell me everything I need to know about computer engineering, I can't seem to get a clear explanation. I know that it has to do with engineering computers, duh, but what does it entail, what kind of skills are needed, and what are some career opportunities that are available as a...

My university offers 2 programs that I am interested in; Computer Engineering and Computer Science. I am currently a freshman, and recently declared into Computer Engineering. After some more thinking, however, I can't figure out if it will be the right choice, or if Computer Science is what's...

computer engineering + quantum mechanics = ?? hello everyone. I have a degree in Computer Engineering (5 years) and i am currently pursuing an MSc in microelectronics. There are 2 sub fields in my Msc so i chose the one which had to do with physics. In my Msc i discovered the wonderfull world...

I have recently decided to pursue a career in either two fields. I am having difficulty choosing which degree / field I should go into. I would like to be a software engineer and will be going to the University of Arizona. Here's a link to their computer engineering page with a four year...

Hey just wanted to get some advice on going to graduate school to get a masters in Computer Engineering. I wanted to know my chances of possibly finding a program and what exactly being a Computer Engineer entails. I am currently going into my senior year at the The College of New Jersey and...

Hi PF, As stated in the title, I'm loaded with degrees; plus a minor degree in Japanese Studies. I'm not being boastful or anything but I would like you to understand why I am depressed. I was very happy while I took up Physics for four years, I particularly enjoyed the laboratory work...

Hi, I`m from India having not much knowledge of the American Universities. I have recvd admit confirmations from both Purdue & Univ of Illinois at Urbana Champaign for their 4 year undergraduate programme in Computer Engineering and am in the usual dilemma... which to confirm? Rankings ...

Next year I will be applying to colleges and I have narrowed my choice of majors down to the following: 1. Electrical Engineering 2. Computer Engineering While both fields interest me, Computer Engineering worries me a bit as I found AP Computer Science AB to be difficult (was getting a C so I...

Hello. I'm a senior in HS, and I'm planning on to major in computer engineering. I love computers, born and raise around them also I love engineering. I plan on going to University of Washington. My question is. Can someone please explain what EXACTLY a computer engineer does or better yet tell...

I'm a sophomore at a small school (1600 students) in North Carolina, and I'm majoring in Physics. I'm also double minoring in Computer Science and Math. I'm doing this with the intention to graduate in four years and attend graduate school to work towards a Masters Degree in Computer...