Computer Engineering – A “soft-hard” combination
If you are interested in technical devices and want to master them, Computer Engineering – The combination of hardware ( technical devices) and software ( informatics applications) is for you.
OVERVIEW ABOUT COMPUTER ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering is the combination of Computing and Electrical Technology. This major focuses on all aspects: microprocessors, embedded devices and computers.
Therefore, it is related to many aspects of Electrical Technology as how to design and maximize microprocessor’s features; how to design and manage software systems; how to maximize the features and abilities of hardwares.
The program will equip its students with basic knowledge in the field of Computer and Information Technology, core knowledge of Computer Engineering, and knowledge of technology-intensive industries such as microprocessors, microcontrollers, IC design, embedded software, software for the automatic control equipment and industrial robots.
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
After graduating the High Quality Program of Computer Engineering from Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, engineers can take a lot of work in the fields of Computer and Information Technology as:
- Design and construction of software, hardware for automatic control equipment like the control device in automobile, electronic equipments, barcode reading equipments, industrial robots, industrial chains.
- Managing and building security solutions for computer system and computer network.
- Working for software outsourcing companies in the USA, Japan and Europe markets.
- Consulting, appraising and developing information technology projects and solutions.
NEEDED QUALITIES OF STUDYING COMPUTER ENGINEERING
Being interested in technology, willing to learn and use modern technologies are 50% the most important qualities to follow this major.
However, you have to consider if you have the remaining 50% qualities including:
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Logical thinking
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Ability to work with machines and devices for a long time
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Willing to learn and update new knowledge
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Good English proficiency
Ambition is needed but it is not enough