What exactly is computer software engineering?
December 7, 2010 by Active Directory
Filed under Computer Software
I’m thinking about computer software engineering as a major in college and I’m just wondering what it is exactly? Does it only have to do with computer (as in a physical computer.. pc/mac etc.) specific programs or is it a little bit more broad than that and go into other electronic devices other than computers? Is there a difference between computer software engineering and just software engineering?
Any details on this field would be greatly appreciated.
It’s the same as Computer Science. You will be dealing w/ mostly softwares (programs that runs on your computer), and minimal if none exposure to hardware (the physical computer parts like motherboard, CPU, etc).
“Computer software engineers are one of the occupations projected to grow the fastest and add the most new jobs over the 2006-16 decade.
Excellent job prospects are expected for applicants with at least bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or computer science and with practical work experience.
Computer software engineers must continually strive to acquire new skills in conjunction with the rapid changes that occur in computer technology.
NATURE OF THE WORK:
Computer software engineers apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers work. The tasks performed by these workers evolve quickly, reflecting new areas of specialization or changes in technology, as well as the preferences and practices of employers.”
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos267.htm
Hope this helps.
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