Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Computer)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Computer)
Computer engineering is an engineering discipline that combines computer science and electronic engineering to develop computer hardware and software. As a computer engineer you’ll become a leader in innovation and development of new technologies that impact the world. Computer Engineers don’t just work with personal computer systems. You’ll learn about…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Computer engineering is an engineering discipline that combines computer science and electronic engineering to develop computer hardware and software. As a computer engineer you’ll become a leader in innovation and development of new technologies that impact the world.
Computer Engineers don’t just work with personal computer systems. You’ll learn about embedded systems for vehicles and operating systems for?consumer electronics, telecommunications, medical equipment and more.
In this degree you’ll learn about the structure and?integrated design of hardware and software components within computer systems, by combining?elements of?electrical?engineering with computer science methods.
Taught by leading researchers in the field of Computer Science and Engineering, you’ll be challenged to engineer innovative solutions required for your future career.
Future careers
Computer Engineers work with personal computer systems, such as desktops and laptops but also embedded systems for gaming, vehicles and PDAs. Computer Engineers may work with supercomputers as used in climate modelling and gene analysis and prosthetic systems such as ocular implants.
Your career won’t just be limited to work in IT-specific industries, there are opportunities to work in a broad range of industries and in a variety of organisations. Computer Engineers can work in many different fields such as robotics, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, mobile apps and operating systems.
Graduates can pursue careers in a range of sectors including:
Telecommunications
Software Industry
Research and Development
Government
Manufacturing
Mining
Agriculture
Finance
Transport
Defence
Aerospace
Research
Potential careers
Research laboratories
Technology manufacturers
IT and Digital consulting firms
Aggrotech businesses
Banking, finance and health and education industries
VLSI Design
Embedded systems
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of South Australia is a globally connected and engaged university with industry-informed teaching and research that is inventive and adventurous. Ranked in the world’s top 50 under 50^ and with 100% of assessed research rated at or above world-class*, the University is young, innovative and offers students the chance to gain real-world experience.Focused on life beyond the classroom, the University of South Australia offers a practical approach to teaching and learning. Degrees are designed in partnership with industry, giving students opportunities to gain the latest insights and trends and ensuring they graduate career ready.^Ranked in the World’s Top 50 Under 50 – Ranked #29, 2021 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50 and Ranked #46, 2022 THE Young University Rankings*2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA), 4-digit Fields of Research
