This field, a branch of Electrical Engineering, combines Software Engineering and Computer Science with Electrical Engineering. Computer engineering allows careers within the worlds of software and hardware.
Common subfields and branches include:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Networks
- Computer Systems
- Cybersecurity
- Embedded Systems
- Hardware Engineering
- Software Engineering
Computer Engineers are employed in industry, government, education, and consulting firms. They are in high demand and have average salaries of around $100,000. Their work can be found in avionics, viehcle control systems, mobile applications, biomedical devices, and defense systems.