Computer Engineering Programme
Outline
The
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (BE(Hons)) Computer Engineering is a
new degree programme with its first intack starting in 2006.
The
programme is jointly taught by the
Department of
Electrical and Computer Engineering and the
Department of
Computer Science and Software Engineering.
What is Computer Engineering?
It is the design and development of electronic devices and computers
using digital processes. Many everyday objects don't look
like
computers but do include them. We call these embedded devices
and
examples are: cellphones, MP3 players, pocket computers, traffic light
systems, cars, heart rate monitors, even toasters!
Computer engineering brings together, in a single programme, circuit
theory and digital electronics from the electrical and electronic
engineering field, and computer programming, networking and
systems covered in the computer sciences. This provides
students
with the knowledge and expertise to create the next era of reliable and
clever digital electonic devices.
Why Study Computer Engineering?
There is currently a nationwide and international shortage of computer
engineers. The electronics industry in New Zealand is a major
exporter, much bigger than the wine industry for example.
This
course has been developed by the University of Canterbury and the
electonics industry to overcome this shortage problem.
What are the job opportunities?
There are plenty of exciting job opportunities in New Zealand and
overseas for computer engineers. Many work for Tait
Electronics,
Dynamic Controls, Navman, Trimble Navigation, Fisher & Paykel,
Allied Telesis, and any other company that creates devices with
embedded systems or involved in software development. Almost
half
of New Zealand's electronics industry is located here in Christchurch,
many of the companies started by UC graduates.
How do I apply?
Follow this link to
Course
Advice.
