Can a Computer Engineering major become a Software Developer?
If you are good at software development you can be a software developer. It’s not necessary to even have a degree, but a degree related somehow to computers/math/information theory can be a big help.We always need more *good* software developers. The trouble is being a good developer is definitely a vocation (something one is suited to) rather than an occupation (something one does just for the money.Bottom line: Software developers *will* develop software, whatever their major. Perhaps they will automate their job tasks, or help others automate their own. If the thought of writing software doesn’t appeal to you deeply, you may be happier elsewhere. But if an indoor job with no heavy lifting appeals, ask yourself if you love solving puzzles every day and building things. If you also have an artist inside you, there is a very good chance you are a software developer. Go forth and develop! Join an open source project, hone your skills, and then join the workforce… we need you to help us build the future.
Is it a good idea to do a major in computer engineering and a minor in computer science?
Do it if you feel like it or if you satisfy the requirements automatically, but don’t put the minor on your resume.Why? Because everyone will assume that if you have a degree in computer engineering, you had better be able to program as well as a computer science major. The minor will raise the question of whether you’re a certification hoarder, and that’s never a good thing.When I was an electrical engineering undergraduate, my computer science minor was very rarely mentioned as a positive and I was often asked why electrical engineers were allowed to get one. Electrical engineering and computer science are far more disjoint than computer engineering and computer science. Many schools, including my own, won’t allow a computer engineering undergraduate to minor in computer science.
Should I major in Computer Engineering?
When it comes to choosing your major, I’d say you want something that will have you waking up maybe 20, 30 years from now, and saying to yourself, “Yeah, I made the right choice.” For me, it came down to either Computer Science or Computer Engineering before I left for university. I went with Computer Engineering because it was more in line with what I was interested in, that is, the architecture and physical workings of computer systems. It does indeed have a lot to do with mathematics, as well as physics concepts such as signal processing and information stored in waves. Computer Science deals more with the “abstract” and the algorithms/logic, and Computer Engineering is more on the “tangible” side, executing the logic for the user’s benefit.I cruised by in high school with minimal effort, just because I could. For me, graduating high school was not an achievement so much as it was an expectation. Going into college, I realized that wasn’t going to work at all. My first semester went pretty terribly, but I stuck with this major because all my interest came from studying computer systems, both software and hardware aspects. Naturally, I had a desire to make things right and get back on track, because I cared so strongly about this major.If you enjoy Computer Engineering, if you have a fascination with all the concepts it covers, then go for it. You’re not going to stay “average” in math and physics if you work hard in your major, if you take the time to talk to your professors and study hard. Believe me, if you have a passion for computers from the start, the rest will take care of itself, and you’ll naturally want to put in the effort for something you care deeply about. Cheers!
What could you do with a double major in computer science and physics/aerospace engineering?
It's always best to major in the subject you love the most. For me its BSAE then planetary science or MSAE, but that is me and I'm the type of person who values the knowledge of space like others value or put faith in religion. If you are starting to become more interested in space (and what science major wouldn't be), consider focusing your programming electives towards electronics/robotics programming or similar courses offered at your school. Most defense and hi-tech companies hire more programmers and electrical engineers than any other engineering discipline. Those two majors have no overlapping courses like other engineering majors. The curriculum for physics and aero even differ greatly. Physics is involved in every aero course, but a physics major generally focuses more on pure physics (quantum mechanics,fields/waves etc.. ), aero is more focus on a broad range of aerodynamics and aerospace structures. Dual majors are often not as impressive or desired as much as a single graduate degree. Most employers see a masters degree in physics/engineering as a degree that shows the applicant has lab and or research experience. Undergrads fresh out of school often need to be told what to do when they are hired because all they have seen so far is the inside of a classroom. Over 70% of the people working at Nasa facilities do not even work for Nasa, they are usually employees of companies like United Space Alliance, ATK, Lockeed, or other large defense contractors. As history has show, Nasa funding goes up when republicans are in office, and down while democrats are in office. The Obama administration is no different, funding cuts are already underway. Engineering students are generally given a mentor/adviser that can help them make these decisions. Ask your advisor what you asked on here, and see what he/she says. Good luck, Math and Science is the way to go.
Should I major in computer science?
When you saw how badly you were doing on the work for these math classes, what did you do about it? Did you get a tutor? Form a study group? Go to professor's office hours? Or did you just try to struggle through it on your own? Thing is, you need to do very, very well in math for computer science. However, it may be that something has gone wrong re: your adjusting to college-level math. You used to get As! Something has gone very wrong. I can't say that you suck at math, past evidence shows that you do not; it may be that something about your approach to these classes is wrong. So if you really like CS, one idea is to take calculus, which I believe is the next math you need to take in the series, yes? Take calculus (or whatever the next math is) next term, but go to the tutoring center from week 1, form a study group with 5-6 other students and meet weekly, go to professor's office hours to review your exams, and then see how you do. If you figure it out and start doing well, then continue on for CS. If you don't get an A or a B, though, then look at other, perhaps computer-related fields that don't require as much math: MIS, for example, or other majors related to IT don't require as much math, and yet are all about computers and etc. You may find your match there. Talk to your advisor as well. I know you can't repeat pre-calc and use your financial aid to do so, but will the school let you audit the class next term, so you can basically re-take it before you move on to calc? But without knowing if you got tutors and etc. for these math classes, I can't tell you if you should make that switch immediately, or else continue on for CS. You'll have to make that judgment.
Does Computer Engineering get paid a lot can you get rich?
I am not saying that this is impossible but its not sure that after become a Computer Engineer suddenly you will become rich. If you will get job in a MNC company with a handsome salary its sure that you can do some better. You can start your own business in this field i.e. if you have knowledge of Web designing and Web developing than you can get business through Freelance, Elance etc. and earn more money and after some time you can start your own company and can hire many student.
Why should one major in Computer Science?
I’m not sure one should! If you are excited about civil engineering, or history, or medicine, or law, study that instead!But here’s what I think is exciting about Computer Science:Computer science is an almost even balance between analysis and synthesis. The way we work in computing is that we take hard problems and try to break them down, while at the same time we try to build up tools to address these problems. This is the essence of programming and software engineeering, but it is also the essence of computing theory, computer architecture and systems design, and nearly all of the field. I find this mentally both challenging and rewarding.Computer science allows us to construct new things that stretch beyond the limitations of the physical world. We can experiment with 3D interactions, with making the invisible visible, and more. Whether you’re interested in space travel or social networks, there is an element that involves exploring these computationally.If you don’t know what you want to do, Computer Science is remarkably versatile in connecting to other areas, from health to natural and social sciences to education to business to the arts and humanities. CS has a set of skills that will give you a leg up in contributing to many other fields.
Should I do an Acting BFA major or a Computer Science BS major in college?
Be honest with yourself. If you are truly passionate about one over the other, choose that field. There's no point in making a lot of money if you have to spend every day doing something you don't love. If you are equally interested in both, talk to your academic adviser. Is it possible to double major? There's no harm in asking. If not, what about majoring in one and minoring in the other? In my opinion, you would have more flexibility with a computer science major and a minor in theatre. You'd be able to get an excellent job coming out of school, which would support your acting career, if you choose to continue in it. Several of my good friends are now-graduated theatre majors, and they ALL have day jobs. Your day job may as well be something which you enjoy, in which you are trained, and by which you can make a good living. The point I'm trying to make here is that a degree in computer science is very flexible and will make you very "employable" after college, which will give you the freedom to pursue your other interests. As I'm sure you know, it takes a long time, a lot of talent, and a lot of persistence to get to the point where you can make a living in theatre, or even film. Also, it should be fairly manageable to pursue your acting career outside of your other studies-- e.g., you can still take theatre classes as electives, participate in school productions, etc.