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Computer Science/Engineering
I've planned to study in California just after High School. After several research about the american scholar system, I've found that I need an university which can deliver a Bachelor of Science. Now my problem is : The "majors". I'd like to study about computers, but I've found several majors : Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Software Engineering... What are the differences ? How to choose ? Could you please help me ?-This may be of some help: *...

How did you become a broadcast engineer?
I realize this may not be the perfect forum to ask this but I'm looking for suggestions on how to become a broadcast engineer. I have a good technical background - I have been working for four years in interactive television for one of the big four broadcasting networks (developing software) and I have B.S. in computer engineering. I've talked to a couple people at work but I would like some outside advice on how to get started. I would really appreciate it.-Things were differe...

Computer Science -Best College-Advice
I am a senior in high school and am researching different colleges to attend. I plan on pursuing a Computer Science degree. I was wondering what colleges are known for their excellent Computer Science program. What colleges have a good reputation with big technological corporations like Intel, Microsoft, etc. I would really appreciate the help. Please respond.> I am a senior in high school and am researching different colleges to > attend. I plan on pursuing a Computer Science degr...

Best Computer School
i hope to become a computer programmer and am wondering which schools are the best in that respective field. Any comments would help.It's really a pretty unstable and ridiculous field (it's how I'm earning the money to go to college to become a lawyer), and as far as schools go, you really can't go too wrong. Sure, people will tell you many things about CS (I assume that's what you'd study), but it's such a wide-open field with so many different criteria and standards and textbook...

Best Colleges for Computer Engineering and Business
I was wondering if anyone knew of top universities that have business and computer engineering as their top majors.-UC Berkeley (although we don't have a "computer engineering major", we have an electrical engineering and computer science major or a computer science major) -Georgia Tech should be on your short list. We have a great computer engineering program (along with electrical engineering), and our business school (which we call management) is very good, too! Check out...

computer engineering
Can anyone tell me what do computer engineers do. And what do computer engieering major study. By the way which one is easier to get a job after BS,MS,or Phd in computer science and computer engineering... And as a computer science major what degree is easier to get a job with good pay (MS or Phd or BS) And as a computer engineering major what degree is easier to get job with good pay. Overall, can anyone tell me which one has more job opportunity computer science, computer engin...

Career in computer science
I am currently going to North Central Texas College in Corinth, Texas, for my associates of applied science in computer information and technology. I am planning on pursuing a career in computer science, but am unsure which avenue to take-hardware, software, or web design. I love them all! Can I get some advice?-You will get all kinds of advice but, were it I, I would do hardware. But I'm a hardware sort and mostly analog. Software probably gives you excellent career options so giv...

Computer VS Electrical Engineering??
Can anybody please tell me the difference between these two engineering fields? Starting next semester, I'll have to choose which field to enroll in. I would like to know what kind of stuff I'll be learning in these two fields. Also If you can, please also indicate what kind of job will I be doing after I graduate. And the prospective job opportunities for them.-Until only about 30 years ago, there were no CSs, only EEs. The field of CS developed as EEs designed more complicat...

Best Colleges for Computer Engineering and Business
I was wondering if anyone knew of top universities that have business and computer engineering as their top majors.-Georgia Tech should be on your short list. We have a great computer engineering program (along with electrical engineering), and our business school (which we call management) is very good, too! Check out: www.gatech.edu -UNC is suppose to have a good Business dept, even though I don't know anybody in Business school here. -Yeah? Which USN issue was...

what is the meaning of CAE(computer aided engineering) and CIM(computer integrated manufacturing
Can anyone explaing to me the meaning of the following terms. CAE(computer aided engineering) CIM(computer integrated manufacturing) Where do cad/cam stand in relation with cae and cim?-CAD - Computer Aided Drafting CAM - Computer Aided Machining CAE - Computer Aided Engineering Between those3 I think you can, or should be able tell the difference. CIM - Computer Integrated Manufacturing - CIM, is the phrase used to describe the complete automation of a manufacturing plant......

Looking for Computer aided software engineering environment for OS9000
I'm looking for Computer aided software engineering environment for OS9000 which support both sequential fonction chart and C programming. I know that kind of tools exists for OS9 but til now I didn't find anything for OS9000. Could you give me references (if possible in Europe and better in france) of provider ? Thanks a lot...

ob.sci.electronics.nostalgia: Elementary Electronics & Radio Electronics
I was just wondering, does anyone know if Elementary Electronics or Radio Electronics are still put out? I had subscriptions to them when I was a kid (I am, as the elf in the Santa Claus movie says, "entirely elf-taught"). If not, what are the popular zines these days? And what are the popular pro-level mags? I've recently been inducted into Fresenius USA and am starting to put all this knowledge from my youth to work again, so I'm thinking of getting more involved in the magazin...

Advice for Computer Science Student
I am a Computer Science student attending classes at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. I have been in college for a few years now, but I have some questions for you. I am really struggling with my programming classes. Its hard to describe...I can understand small scale programs, but when it comes to designing an application like itunes(just as an example) I'm lost. If someone came up to me and said I want you to design your own mp3 player, I would be completly lost. I gues...

Computer/Electrical Engineering
I am trying to decide what major I want based upon what I want to do for the rest of my life. I believe I want to design chips, boards, i/o, etc. Thus I think I need to be a Computer Engineer, yet some companies look for Electrical Engineers to do that work. Does anyone know what industry actualy looks for for that? Also, I hear consulting mentioned a lot for people who graduate with an EE or CE degree. What exactly is it?-Probably electrical. I had a friend in college who had a probl...

Computer/Enginnering Degree ?
I have a letter in front of me (not dated) signed by Phillip L. Grantham, apparently an heir of Donald J. Grantham the founder. I quote, "Grantham offers bona fide Associate in Science and Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering Technology and Electronic Engineering Technology." Their official 98 handbook lists the BSEET in the two disciplines you have defined. Maybe that is why they are not RA. They can't get the letters right. Or maybe because the son ...

Software-Computer Engineering Career Question.
I'm a college student interested in both software and computer enginnering. I know what I would like to be doing after college but I don't know if my college major should move toward software engineering or computer enginnering. What I'm saying is that I don't know which major will cater toward my career goals. I'm interested in developing 3D applications such as 3DStudio, MatheMatica, and AutoCad. However, I'm interested in working with technology that you see on shows like Beyo...

college majors?
I am entering college this fall of 2000 currently majoring in computer engineering. With everything going on at defcon, I went to their site, defcon.org, and read a list of people who will be speaking there. They include electrical engineers as well as many computer scientists. My question is, why are there no computer engineers there? If you have ever checked out any job sites there are no jobs for them. I am deeply interested in artificial intelligence and neural networking a...

Working on Computer Engineering Degree.
Does anyone recommend who I should go to for a Computer Degree in Engineering or Science? I would like to be able to do this at home on the net or Software.-Computer Science at a distance: http://members.home.net/mcqueary/distance.htm -Computer science is probably the most discussed topic here. To get a wide range of answers at length, please go to www.deja.com and search alt.education.distance with the keyword of "computer science". You'll find all you want and probably more....

education for game programming/design
I am a freshman college student trying to figure out what exactly it is I'm going to do with my life . I've always been into computers, so right now I'm majoring in Computer Engineering. This degree is more hardware oriented than software oriented, but would it still be possible to get into the gaming business with it? Perhaps a minor in Computer Science would help? Also- what things would be good to study independently? What languages are modern games being written in? I...

Computer Engineering Wish List
If anyone knows of a better newsgroup to stick this in, let me know. I am an inventor. In order to better understand the inner workings of the IBM compatible, Pentium computer system, I am working on a project to map the binary data (electronic signal) flow through the system. I seek a map of essential components at first. Essential components I believe to include: Hard-Drive, 3.5" floppy, DVD ROM, keyboard, mouse, stereo sound output, SVGA output RAM and processor and all ports an...

Changing career to computer engineering
I possess a Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering and am currently enrolled into a masters program in Chemical Engineering. I feel now that the scope and job prospects in this field are quite poor and so want to change in favour of a computer based field. Since most of the jobs in computers/software give preference to people who possess a degree in CS (and rightfully so), I want to apply to a US university for Spring 2006 (or latest Fall) admissions. I additionally possess 1 yr ...

computer engineering
I am writing an MFC based calculator but the b****** teacher wants me to put the functionality of the buttons in a seperate class called CCalculator. I got the calculator working using just one class, "mainframe" but when I try to move the functions to the seperate class I can't make it work. I should preface this with the fact that I can't program to save my arse and I'm only doing this because it is a required class for my real degree of computer engineering but two assignments s...

Robotics in College
Is the 'robotics field' a very advisable.. career.. erf, what a word.. for someone who.. wants a bunch of computer programming experience has a huge interest in animatronics borne from Farscape/Star Wars likes wires/gadgetry- but tends to rather suck (currently) at messing with them? Answer, please- I'm interested in some comments from those who actually Know The Field-If you are really serious about building robots, then I would strongly suggest taking a Computer Engineering...

Need college help please..
I am in a bit of a stumble. I am a senior in H.S. and I am going to go to school next year. I have been accepted at 6 schools. I was wondering if I could have your "Professional" opinions on which school has the best program, or is the best school overall. I just need some input. E-Mail me if you want or just post responces, thanks, here they are... Purdue University-Computer Sciencee R.I.T.-Computer Engineering University of Maryland(College Park)-Computer Science(No ECE) Penn...

Undergrad Computer Engineering course(s)?
I am trying to find a course or courses that are basically similar to one at a local university. I've looked through several online course catalogs but don't see anything that is very similar. I'm calling on the wisdom of the group to point me in the right direction if possible. Some of the highlights of the course I'm trying to replace are: Binary numbers, Boolean Algebra, Flip flops, Counters and registers, 68000 architecture, 68000 programming, CPU's, IO, MemoryAll of th...

Software Engineering? Student's question.
I'm currently a pre-engineering student. I will be a sophomore in a couple weeks. I'm trying to decide on what aspect of engineering to go into. One thing that has come up is Software Engineering. The school I go to will offer a BS in Software Engineering starting this fall. If I went into it I would be one of the first and few students to graduate with this degree. My question is has anyone heard about this field of engineering, I know it's fairly new. Are software engineer in heavy...

computer science major- good idea?
Im going to college in August (im a high school senior now). With the current job market is my plan of a computer science major a good idea? Or should I choose something a bit more stable.-Pick something that makes you happy, but can also earn money. Computer science can earn money if you know what you are doing. Much like all the MBAs out there, having a degree does not mean you have a clue. Ask yourself this: will you be happy doing computer science the rest of your life? Not nec...

Interested in Engineering and CIS
I am going to college for either a CIS or Computer Engineering degree. I was hoping that somone could provide me some helpful suggestions on what I should do to be successful in my career choice.- you'll have to define CIS and Computer Engineering. I'm not sure what CIS stands for and "Computer" is not a type of Engineering. There is Computer Science which deals with how computers work, programming, algorithms, etc, etc. And there is the engineering involved in building a ...

what is the differences between computer science and computer engineering ?
This year, I got my Bachelor in computer science. i wanted to undertake a PhD in the fielld of FPGA, but i have been refused even that i have my degree with a mark of 65%. when i asked the boss there, he told me this is a computer engineering department and not computer science, i can't accepet you even if you got 90%!!!! i have decided to join a software company, but still wondering on what he means, what is the differences between computer science and computer engineering...

computer engineering education
many high school graduates who would have got vocational training in the area of operation and maintenance of computers go to to college these days to get some skin-deep knowledge of computer system of which knowledge is proprietary in most cases. they spend millions to learn some abstract ideas and words which are not practical for their future occupation. is it right to teach abstract ideas and design issues to those mediocre students? is...

Is computer engineering right for me?
I am a student attending a local college. I am considering a career in the computer engineering field and was wondering if anyone could give me any feedback (hints, tips) concerning this field.-My best advice to anyone making a career choice is : Do what you LOVE to do, worry about the money later (if ever). Too many people slave away at a job they hate just because they thought it would bring them fortune. -Do like classical music? Are you a musician? Do you like puzzles...

Civil Engineering & Computer Science
I'm studying for my Master of Applied Science (in Civil engineering) and my thesis work has lots of contents from computer science. I'd also like to know what can happen to a hybrid of civil/computer engineering background. Any suggestions will be appreciated.The following comments are *highly* subjective and they're based only on my own personal experience and observations of others in similar situations. Your actual mileage may vary..... Background: I've got about ten years...

Job in the Watch Industry
I'm a Computer Engineering student at Purdue U, Indiana. I've been in love with watches since I was a little kid....and have spent most of my 21 years collecting information on Swiss watches and becoming somewhat of a mini-expert on them. The thing is, I love watches. I love everything about them. There could be nothing greater for me than to get a job in the watch industry with one of the bigwigs like LVMH, Rolex, Tag Heuer et al. With my major being Comp. Engg, can anyone suggest...

Computer Engineering Wish List
I am an inventor. In order to better understand the inner workings of the IBM compatible, Pentium computer system, I am working on a project to map the binary data (electronic signal) flow through the system. I seek a map of essential components at first. Essential components I believe to include: Hard-Drive, 3.5" floppy, DVD ROM, keyboard, mouse, stereo sound output, SVGA output RAM and processor and all ports and all parts in between. Standards that hold across most brands. This ...

Computer engineering or Information System
Any comment about c.e and i.s?-I think computer science is better, "CS is more on Software and CE is more about Hardware" -Comp Eng focuses on Hardware. Comp Sciences focuses on Software IS focuses on Using Software -I don't agree, no one explicitly teach me Unix, VMS, DOS, Windows xx. They only teach the computation theory, number theory, it is up to student to read manual and figure out how to complete the assignment. -i think IE is the best in the field!!! since it cov...

Internships in Seoul Korea.
Internships in Seoul Korea?Internships Web International Co. Ltd. (WEBI) was established in Feb, 1994 under the slogan, " R&D with spirit." WEBI is a leading internet/intranet solution provider and has developed its own intranet solution called Intra Office TM which is the first integrated intranet solution in Korea. WEBI provides a wide range of services related to system integration such as intranet applications in the Web environment. Based on its excellent human resourc...

CEPT: Me and an internship position
As part of my Civil Eng degree, I'm taking part in the Engineering Internship program (basically I take a year off school to work, and I get paid and get credits for it) out of about 180 positions listed, 2 were for Civil Eng. I applied for both, and got interviews for both. The two interviews were today; The Ministry of transportation was at 9, and the City of Hamilton was at 1. I feel pretty good after each interview, so now I get to wait until the offers come in on Feb 25....

US-NJ, Computer Validation -Project Manager/Sr. Engineer/Engineer Job# WRE/MZL/STO/2392HS
To apply for this position, click here: http://www.medzilla.com/jobs/wj23018.htm US-NJ, Computer Validation -Project Manager/Sr. Engineer/Engineer Job# WRE/MZL/STO/2392HS We're driven by teamwork. What drives you? The spirit of a small company. The resources of a large one. You'll find them both at Schering-Plough Pharmaceuticals. We're the manufacturers of an expanding line of life enhancing pharmaceuticals including such well-known brand names as CLARITIN and INTRON A...

masters degree
I was just wondering if getting a masters degree trhough distance learning is a good option? do employers consider it to be the same or close to the same as a regular masters degree? would you recommend any web sites for distance/online masters degrees on computer engineering, or computer science, or software engineering?-There is a great deal of evidence that most (but not all) employers accept it as equivalent. More than a few prefer it, they say, since it shows the person was capa...

Good online PC hardware retailers?
Which are the good ones out there to do business with and those to avoid? I've heard good things about NewEgg.com.-We have been a reputable Net dealer for over 11 years (one of the first) and provide custom configured systems and parts as well as excellent support (E-mail is usually answered in less than 2 hours). I also hold a degree in computer engineering which aids in understanding what we are selling better than your typical salesperson. We offer a one year replacement warr...

Grads Pay
I would like to comment on the annual report in ST on the annual paycheck of the grads from the various profession. Why the need for this? I remember vividly that Civil Engineering was the highest paid (according to the ST report), however, when I graduated, civil engr is among the lowest paid due to the crisis. Coincidentally, the following year after the ST report on civil engr, lots of my friends in engineering went into civil engr. ...

PhD in Computer Science vs. Computer Engineering
I have BSc and MSc in Electrical Engineering and 10 years of work experience in the Telecom Industry, mostly in Embedded Software design. I am now planning to go back to school to acquire PhD degree. The question for me is whether to study Computer Science or Computer Engineering. I have interest in both, so the main criteria for me is their future academic and industrial applications and potential job market. Could you please share your opinion about the trend and t...

Where to find Computer Engineering Program?
I am an international student from Hong Kong. Orignially I planned to do computer engineering in US. My original understanding of Comp. Eng. was the core of both EE and CS. However, I found that this is not so true in most US colleges as their comp. eng. program are largely integrated with EE courses with just a few (4 to 5) CS courses. Compare to other universities around the world which has about 14:11 EE to CS course ratio, I am really surprised! I am not here to comment which uni...

High school student looking at Universities for computer engineering
I am a high school student who lives in Ontario, Canada who is interested in going into computer engineering. I have very high marks (a 97 average) and have a number of extracurricular activities, so I think I could probably be accepted to most universities. This poses a challenge: which universities in Ontario (or perhaps near Ontario) are good in the field of computer engineering? I have toured the University of Waterloo and found the campus quite nice, and I was wondering if the...

Iowa State - worthy of #5 ranking?
in the newest ap and coaches polls, both have ISU at #5. does ISU deserve this rating? i think the only reason they are #5 is because of their roster. they have nearly everyone back from the phenomenal 95-96 team. granted, they are 6-0 this year, but not against tough opponents. Nonconf schedule: Alcorn State (86-57); MD-E Shore (82-62); TN-Martin (??-??); Siena (64-54); Drake (74-50); Iowa (81-74); E Tenn St; UTEP/NV-Reno; Tx-Pan Am; Marquette... i believe the Cyclones will on...

Ranking Colleges by Major?
I'm wondering if there is any place that ranks colleges by major, as opposed to overall. Specifically, I'm trying to find the best Computer Science schools. Anyone know where I can find such information?-USN&WR, Gourman, CRA/NRC, Business Week. They all do... probably the most accurate IMHO is the Business Week poll. They actually poll computer scientists. NCR/CRA is good, but sorely out of date. Gourman is garbage. USN&WR... just go to the website and look under "Engineering" than...

Degree Requirements Absurd?
Like, many older folks in this business, I started out in the field without a degree in computer science (in fact, I started with only a tech school diploma). I went on to earn a BSCS, but now find myself needing to either earn a masters degree or get out! What I truly find amazing is that most computer work does not require college-level training in computer science. For example, have you ever used simple theory like "Big 'O'" or "DeMorgan's Theorem" in solving a problem only ...

Any Hot Computer Engineering subject for research
I am looking for hot research subject for Master or doctoral degree, mainly computer related.-The difference between academic and marketplace succes. E.g. why are functional or real OO languages that seem in most ways superior used so little, and are languages like VB so popular? Is the perceived superiority false? -Hot computer engineering areas that are "mainly computer related"? If you mean computer science, I can suggest a few hot areas, IMO: - Security (networking, comm...

Average Engineering Salary
I'm relatively new to recording engineering. I've been interning for a year or so though now I'm finally starting to get paid. However, knowing that you start at the bottom and work your way up, $10 an hour seems pretty low. I fill in for the main engineer at the studio I've been interning with quite a bit, but can't seem to get them to pay me at least $20 per hour. What is the average rate engineers can expect to get? I know there are variables (different types of engineers etc.) ...

Average Starting Salary with Bachelors Degrees
I just got the annual Georgia Tech info brocure in the mail, and as usual, they included their yearly average starting salaries with a bachelor's degree. Here are some of the more interesting ones: Computer Science-48,500 Computer Engineering-47,800 Electrical Engineering-45,500 Chemical Engineering-46,800 Nuclear Engineering-47,700 Public Policy*-44,500 Aerospace Engineering-42,800 Mechanical Engineering-43,900 Mathematics-39,200 Physics-38,100 Management-36,800 Bi...

College Scholarship
I am a high school senior looking to attend college in the fall. I have tourette syndrome, but have succeeded very well in school. I also have nevus basal cell carcinoma syndrome, also called Gorlin syndrome, a rare disease which affects the skin. I was wondering if I could get some sort of scholarship to go to college. Here's some of my stuff: 1300 SAT: 680 Math, 620 Verbal Advanced Placement Scores: 5 on US history 4 on Language and Composition Currently ranked 8...

recording schools , any good ideas ?
i have been dead set on going to full sail for the last 8 months , till i ran into this . and now im kinda " on the fence " . so i'm looking for any ideas here . i have been looking from FL to CA and cant really decide. and the thing is that i love music and i know FOR SURE that this is all i want to do !! so anything would be helpfull-I continue to believe that if you REALLY want to work in the industry - go WORK in it. Do what you'd do if you had just graduated from Full Sail - g...

Help! Need Computer Engineering School Ratings!
I am trying to choose a school in California that offers a computer engineering major. A source like US News & World Report indicates Berkeley and Stanford as top contenders but there seem to be virtually no rankings of any schools below them. Can anyone provide such a ranking? Even anecdotal or opinionated rankings would be helpful.-I did my undergrad CS/EE at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. They have a good program. The engineering school offers 4 full-tuition and ...

Computer Science and Electrical Engineering
Electrical enineering is defined as "the branch of engineering science that studies the uses of electricity and the equipment for power generation and distribution and the control of machines and communication" Computer Science is defined as "the branch of engineering science that studies (with the aid of computers) computable processes and structures" There are courses such as Computer and Electronic Engineering which combine both fields of study. Other courses like Elec...

First course for ENGINEERING students
What first course programming language should be used for engineering (civil, mechanical, electrical not CS) students? Any statistics similar to the CS1 list available?-http://www2.eng.cam.ac.uk/~tpl/languages.html contains some discussion and pointers. -I think that this is a typical CS kind of solution.... imposing a standard religion I tried that some years ago.... and it didn't work. My colleagues with EE degrees took a different approach and did much better. A comp...

Career Advice for a High School Student down in the South
I am a current high school senior who is graduating early and I would like to ask for advice for somebody that is in the field of EE. I have a 4.0 gpa in high school ,and obviously I love math, computers, and even computer programming. What's even better is the fact that I actually understand Calculus, C++, Java ,and Physics. I despise the idea of going to Georgia Tech only to screw up my gpa. So I have decided to goto a Southern Polytechnic State University. They offer electr...

Is it good to study comp.E ?
Is it good to study computer engineering in singapore U (NTU) ? Plz give comment ..and actually what job i can get if i study EE or compE ? what is the job properties ? I'm high school graduator.. have no enough idea of that.. but most my favorite is computer stuff (not games)-This is my insight of this subject. EE and CE are both very hot majors around the world right now. I will tell you why I chose EE instead of CE at CalPoly Pomona. I have an uncle who is the head programmer for ...

Faculty Position, TAC of ABET accredited Computer Engineering Technology program
Computer Engineering Technology: The Electrical-Electronics Technology Department, University of Houston, is seeking to fill a tenure-track faculty position in the Computer Engineering Technology program. The candidates should have an earned doctorate in electrical engineering or a related field. A strong telecommunications and computer network background is desirable. Three years industrial experience is required. The position entails teaching in undergraduate and graduate pr...

Failing Ph.D. thesis defense?
I can't really go into details, but someone I know recently *FAILED* his Ph.D. defense. The reasoning (regarding a portion of research that some on the commitee thought should be further investigated) may be valid, but one has to ask - how could he have gotten to this point before someone said anything? It is my opinion that the student's advisor should be rather familiar with the content of the thesis that the advisor could point out any flaws or areas for improvement before ge...

Advice about CNE training....
The course I'm thinking of taking is suppose to last about 6 months. They have graduated 120+ people. The cost is just under $4000. The completion rate is 95% and the first time pass rate (of the actual CNE test) is 97%. The course is one part lecture and alot of hands on. The salary I've been told for the RTP area is in the low 30s for just having a CNE-3. I plan on coming through this (if I do it) with a CNA-3, CNE-3, CNA-4 and CNE-4. It really sound almost too good to be true......

Computer VS Electrical Engineering?
Can anybody please tell me the difference between these two engineering fields? Starting next semester, I'll have to choose which field to enroll in. I would like to know what kind of stuff I'll be learning in these two fields. Also If you can, please also indicate what kind of job will I be doing after I graduate. And the prospective job opportunities for them.-Until only about 30 years ago, there were no CSs, only EEs. The field of CS developed as EEs designed more complicated com...

computer / undergraduate
I'm 17 years old, I live in Paris. I've planned to study in California just after High School. After several research about the american scholar system, I've found that I need an university which can deliver a Bachelor of Science. Now my problem is : The "majors". I'd like to study about computers, but I've found several majors : Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Software Engineering... What are the differences ? How to choose ? Could you please help...

Knowledge Analyst / Engineer Job Description
I am currently looking for job descriptions for a Knowledge Analyst / Engineer so that I can put one together for my company. I have a draft that I would be willing to sent out to anyone that is interested. If anyone would share their job description with me on this area, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance,Knowledge Management is a fairly new science. I've found the titles and actual job descriptions vary greatly. Knowledge Management magazine (www.kmmag.com) re...

Job Designation for Network Engineers ?
I am working as the Network Egineer in One of the IT sector company of India. My job profiles consisting of Networking , computer commnucation ( Setting of network, administrating network, Administration of Firewall, proxies, routers,swicthes, LAN and WAN..etc..) I am Bechlore of Engineering graduates..in Electronics and telecommunication .. Can anybody help me in finding out equivalent Job desiganation in Canada..and which i can put in my PR application to earn good score....

computer hardware engineer
My husband and I are considering moving to London in the near future from San Francisco, California. Might I ask you about living in England, particularly London? How much are rents there? We'd be interested in a one or two bedroom apartment. How expensive is food per month? Clothing? How is public transportation? Reliable? Expensive or not? My husband is a computer hardware engineer and I am a screenwriter and novelist. Are there a lot of computer engineering jobs? Any...

Ph engineers licence -? In Ontario
I am planning to apply for canadian immigration independent class visa..in few months .. I am from having 2 + years og IT experience and in field of computer networking and internet technology . Can any body advice on the following points. *** Which one is the Suitable place in Canada to stay for IT industries especially in the field of Internet Technologies. ? **** If Toronto and Ottawa what i can guess are the bestoption then, Do i require to take license to work as Netwo...

computer engineer
What is the most lucrative job for me? I'm a college junior studying computer science. Time magazine published a rank ordered list placing computer engineer at the top. But more recently they put out another list. Oddly, I haven't been able to find them again. I seem to remember using a simple key word like "job", but variations on that bring up all sorts of unrelated stuff. I'm not sure what a realistic expectation would be for salary. I haven't interned anywhere yet. That pr...

salary expectation
Does anyone know what the expected salary is in Ottawa for a Web developer with 2-3 years of experience?Whatever you can get. Ottawa's market is being saturated with IT people. Depending on your experience "strengths" in web development would be the deciding factor of the expected salary. Ranges for Web developement are from the low 20,000$'s to 150,000$ + depending on you knowledge. Highest in demand seem to be Database access web developers with experience with tools such as imp...

Any computer engineers out there?
I am a freshman in college and currently taking College Algebra. My professor said that she is tired of hearing from her students, "When are we ever gonna use this stuff?" So now she is making us do a project about how we will use Algebra and other math in our future profession. Now for the reason of this post. Part of the project is that I have to interview a computer engineer by Thursday. If you are one or know of one please mail me. All I have to know is what kind of company you w...

difference in computer/electrical engineering
What is the difference in the job capacities of these positions? I am a second year computer engineering student. I think I want to get into the design phase/architecture of the computers. Maybe write code to do some low level interfacing (my favorite course so far has been an assembly language course, and my most interesting course has been circuit analysis (though this one has defintely been my hardest!). I am kinda confused about what major to take, and what advantages/disadva...

Car audio engineers retarded or on drugs?
Either has to be true, right? It seems like every christmas party, they drop acid and come up with a new look for the connectors on the back of their stuff. After decades of car audio manufacturing, they have not come up with a common standard for these connectors, and are thus making every poor sucker that buy a new radio waste a lot of time finding out stuff and soldering. All those suckers time adds up to a lot of loss for the society. A comparision with computers - that...

Computer Hardware Engineer
Does anybody have the job discription of Computer Hardware Engineer? Is a chip design engineer in US the same as the above Canadian title? Or, if you know, please tell me under what job category the following US titles fall: Design Engineer, Application Engineer, Test Engineer. The above titles require a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.-See the NOC descriptions at http://www.eoa-hrdc.com/3519/menu/occnoc.stm -Unfortunately none of them are included in ...

Systems Analyst / Hardware Engineer
My current role is split between the NOC's for Computer Hardware Engineer and Computer Systems Analyst. I would prefer to apply as a Computer Hardware Engineer as I feel more comfortable in this role - the problem is I haven't got a degree, but the NOC states that one is required, is this a hard and fast rule? and if I put this as my intended occupation would it mean an automatic rejection? I have a Certificate in Computer Studies from college and also have a certificate of occ...

Computer Network Engineering
I am a college professor at a small private college and also an NT system administrator. I am currently implementing a Bachelor degree in Computer Network Engineering at our college. I have several questions to ask for suggestions. I truely believe that an academic program should not only follow academic standards but also follow industry needs. Your answer to any of the following questions will be sincerely appreciated. 1. Can any one give a definition to "Computer Network Enginee...

Computer Science MSc or BSc (Hons)?
I need to decide what course to take but am having a hard time choosing. I already have a degree in something else and now am going to study computer science. Should I take a MSc degree - this takes about half the time of the full BSc degree, but the modules probably are not as detailed. or Should I take the BSc degree - could take over 5 years part time cause im working as well. What would you recommend?The reasons why (in middle age) I choose to go and study part time f...

ADD and Computer Science
I'm just wondering. Do any of you who inhabit this newsgroup work in the field of computer science--particularly are there any females, but are there _any ADDers_ who are computer scientists? I'm wondering about the chances of success of an ADDer who wants to major in engineering or computer science at a university. Also, if that is a good career choice. Or if there are any careers that relate to a computer science degree but are creative and captivating to an ADDer. Or, if y...

Visiting Faculty, Computer Science & Engineering
Visiting Faculty, Computer Science & Engineering?!!!Computer Science and Engineering Department University of Nebraska - Lincoln Visiting Faculty / Post-Doctoral Fellow Positions Computer Science and Engineering Department University of Nebraska - Lincoln Applications are invited for Visiting Faculty / Post-Doctoral Fellow positions for one year to begin on August 17, 1998. Duties will include undergraduate and/or graduate instruction and research. Outst...

Learning Computer Science with Pascal
I am about to purchase Delphi. In addition to learning programming with Delphi, I would like to increase my understanding and knowledge of Computer Science. From what I understand Pascal is a common language for learning programming and computer science. The two books on computer science I have available at the library were published in 1990 and I don't even know that they are even good books. In fact in these two books hard disks aren't even mentioned as storage devices. Do ...

Computer Science options... I am a late boomer.
I am thinking of taking a degree in Computer Science by distant learning if possible. I have a few questions that needs to be answered. First of all, I am currently taking a Diploma in Computer studies validated by the University of Cambridge and NCC. National Computing Center i think. I decided not to pursue the higher diploma called ADCS if possible because it is pretty repetitive in what actually will be taught in the final Computer Science degree and also it costs a b...

Computer Science Engineering vs. Computer Science
I am 16 years old and am looking at colleges. Whenever I browse through the programs I see C.S under engineering and its own category. What's the difference. If you have majored in computer anything, I'd appreciate it if you could email me explaining the program. Anything will be great.-The difference is due to different focus of the programs. CS may be an engineering curriculum to focus on the design of compilers, computer architecture, etc. That usually falls under an engine...

studying Computer Science at university
I'm thinking of studying Computer Science at university, and currently am doing Maths, Physics and English A-levels (oh, and general studies). I'm likely to apply to the considered 'top of the league' universities in this subject - Cambridge, York, Imperial, Warrick, etc. Does anyone have any experience in CS when applying to these universities - and just how important IS further maths? I figured I could leave further maths and substitue it with physics instead (I don't really fancy ...

vastu for a software engineer's office?
i am curious as to what things should be taken care of in a software engineers office. what should be the placement of the computer, what direction should one face etc. I have a square office with N,E,W,S as the corners and the entrance is at SW wall (more towards South). There is glass windows on the NE wall. the desks are on the NE wall and NW wall. (but can be moved). the book shelves are overhead on the NW wall.I'm a student of Vastu of about 8 years; here is my response. 1) ...

Considering becoming a computer software engineer in mid-life...
I am a 36 year old stay at home mom, with eight years experience working with databases and surveys, bachelors degrees in economics and mathematics, and a small amount of paid experience in applications programming. I am considering changing careers in midlife and becoming a computer software engineer, focusing on applications. Before I invest time and money, I want to be confident that I will have made a sound decision. Before I move forward to enroll in graduate school, I wou...

Engineering Ph.D.'s
I have been trying to follow the various threads on the pros and cons of pursuing a Ph.D. on this newsgroup. It seems that most of the comments have been about Ph.D.'s in the physical and biological sciences. I would be interested in hearing from some Ph.D.'s in engineering about the job prospects out there. Do the prospects for academic and rewarding industrial positions look better for engineers than scientists, as I am led to believe? Or is it hopeless for everybody. I am hopefu...

is it worth doing Computer Science/Computer Systems Engineering?
is it worth doing Computer Science/Computer Systems Engineering? i'm in yr12 next year and is just curious.The maths gets a bit heavy at times (doing things like fourier transforms (basically integration), laplace transforms, solving differential equations, boundary value problems etc... but the rest is rather cool As stated, I'm going to focus on Computer system engineering, rather than communication or electronic. THis does not mean I don't get to do network based stuff - the core...

is it worth doing Computer Science/Computer Systems Engineering?
is it worth doing Computer Science/Computer Systems Engineering? i'm in yr12 next year and is just curious.-yes , thats what I do (RMIT) Exam time sux thou - 8 exams, although i've only got 6 this semester (3rd year) -The maths gets a bit heavy at times (doing things like fourier transforms (basically integration), laplace transforms, solving differential equations, boundary value problems etc... but the rest is rather cool As stated, I'm going to focus on Computer system en...

Computer Technology Undergraduate Degree?
I am looking for an undergraduate degree in Computer Technology that would be suitable for use in an educational setting. Obviously I would prefer an accredited University. It would be a major bonus if it were Canadian, But US is fine.Athabasca University, a provincially governed institution in Alberta, offers a B.Sc. in Computing and Information Systems through a "four year," 120 credit program. It's quite a comprehensive program - Athabasca seems to be one of the better institut...

Visiting Faculty, Computer Science & Engineering
Visiting Faculty, Computer Science & Engineering!?Computer Science and Engineering Department University of Nebraska - Lincoln Visiting Faculty / Post-Doctoral Fellow Positions Computer Science and Engineering Department University of Nebraska - Lincoln Applications are invited for Visiting Faculty / Post-Doctoral Fellow positions for one year to begin on August 17, 1998. Duties will include undergraduate and/or graduate instruction and research. Outstan...

Opening for Chair, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering,
Opening for Chair, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Marquette University See http://www.eng.mu.edu/departments/eece/chair_info.html Marquette University, a leading Jesuit Catholic institution, is accepting applications and nominations for the Chair of its Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering to start July 1, 2001. Marquette University derives a distinctive character from the combination of its moral and ethical commitments, its location in Milwaukee ...

secondary education in the field of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Well, in less than 30 class days, I complete my high school career. Meaning I have to decide on a university to attend - not that I haven't thought about it, and yes, I have already applied to three reputable schools near me: the University of Waterloo, Computer Engineering; McMaster University, Engineering; and the University of Toronto, Computer Engineering. Though I am seriously favouring Waterloo at this point, I thought it might be a good idea to get the opinions of those with...

Post-secondary education in the field of Electrical and Computer Engineering [LONG
Well, in less than 30 class days, I complete my high school career. Meaning I have to decide on a university to attend - not that I haven't thought about it, and yes, I have already applied to three reputable schools near me: the University of Waterloo, Computer Engineering; McMaster University, Engineering; and the University of Toronto, Computer Engineering. Though I am seriously favouring Waterloo at this point, I thought it might be a good idea to get the opinions of those with...

What is a computer engineer?
*HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT SEEKING FUTURE JOB* I am think of taking computers in College. What type of jobs are there, that you can make a living off of, in computers. What is a computer engineer? What is the difference between computer engineering and computer science?-Look around on the net, or use something like PC Lexacon. I'm not sure, but I think computer engineering is exaclty what it says, engineering computers...hehe...and computer science consists of a bunch of junk to do ...

graduate degree or certification?
What's more valuable to companies, a Master of Comp. Engineering degree or a company certification (Oracle, MS, etc..) ? I'm a Computer Engineering graduate student (w/ a BS in Computer Science) and I was looking for salary information and where the hot jobs are, and with every search I execute, I kept getting pages on how MS certifications are paying $70,000+. That's when I asked myself if an ME degree is worth all the money I'm paying for it. At the end, my degree will have cost ...

History of academic computer science
Does anybody know of good books/articles discussing the history of computer science in the university? I am NOT asking about histories of computer science in general, but the narrow topic of academic computer science. Ie, what book would tell me about the first Ph.D. or B.A. programs? What courses were taught? How did computer science establish itself as an academic field that was independent of electrical engineering or mathematics? etc. Etc.-"In October 1962 Purdue University f...

Computer Engineering and Jobs
SOmeone that works at Jen's Burger King claims that as a computer engineer he is totally unable to find a job, and that the field is completely filled up. As a result he claims I should switch majors. Can anyone here testify for or against?-I hear exactly the opposite, but it depends what specialty, level of skill required, and where the job is at. Location, location, location. It's better to be in a technology hotspot for things like that. There's openings for every type of ...

would you recommend any web sites for distance/online masters degrees on computer engineering, or computer science, or software engineering?
I was just wondering if getting a masters degree trhough distance learning is a good option? do employers consider it to be the same or close to the same as a regular masters degree? would you recommend any web sites for distance/online masters degrees on computer engineering, or computer science, or software engineering?-There is a great deal of evidence that most (but not all) employers accept it as equivalent. More than a few prefer it, they say, since it shows the person was capa...

Computer Engineering vs. Computer Science
I am a high school student, and interested in computers. I am looking into a college major in either Computer Engineering or Computer Science. I know C and C++ pretty good, I am a fast learner, good at math, and a good problem solver. I will probably do graduate work in whatever I choose. I would like some opinions, salary info, job titles, and any other info in helping me reach a decision.-Computer Engineering is essentially a specialization of Electrical Engineering, concentr...

High School Student interested in Electrical/Computer Engineering
At the moment, I'm a Junior in High School, and my senior year is approaching rather quickly. I've always had a strong interest in electronics and computers, and I'm pretty much made my mind up that in college i'm going to major in computer or electical engineering (maybe both?). For the past two summers I've worked at a local electronics shop as a technician which specializes in the repair of DAT and pro-audio equipment; this summer I am working at a local electrical contractor fo...

Best Computer Science College that is small
What are some good SMALL schools with a good Computer Science program? I'm looking for a good college. I've done well in school. I got a 3.98 GPA. I've taken hard courses. But I only got 1100 on my SAT. I'll take them again my SR year (next year). I'm studying hard to get good scores. I just need to know what schools have a good Computer Science program. Does anybody know of some SMALLER schools with a good reputation for their Computer Science program?? I would appreciate the help...

What does an electrical engineer do?
I will be a high school senior next year. Everyone is telling me to start planning my life now. Well, as easy as that sounds, I don't really know what I want to do. I would like to do something in the aerospace/science/engineering field. Anyway, I have noticed that there are some great scholarships/programs with electrical engineering as a major. If I attend a good school and major in EE, what kind of jobs would there be upon exiting college? In short, what do you guys do?-Elect...

Computer Science or Engineering
I am interested in a career involving computers but am unsure of what exactly to major in. Should I major in computer science or computer engineering or does it make a difference? Which one would give me the most options and an opportunity for the most jobs after graduation? Before I decide to spend four years studying something, I want to be sure I can use the skills I get after I graduate.-I'm not expert, but I get the impression that Computer Engineering tends to have more of a...

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