Computer engineers often find themselves focusing on engineering problems or challenges that result in new state-of-the-art products that integrate computing and communication capabilities. They work on the development verification and testing of computer hardware and software, from chips to device controllers and embedded systems. Computer engineers frequently find jobs that involve designing new applications of computers and other devices, such as those used in: Airplanes Digital television and photography Intelligent highways and control systems for cars New apparatuses for the sight-impaired or others with physical disabilities New cell phone technologies Security and defense systems Computer systems engineers are employed in industry, government, education and consulting and are concerned with the design, development and operation of hardware and software components of a computer system.

Career Opportunities Computer networks Embedded and ubiquitous systems High performance computer systems Individual digital components Academic positions Component manufacturers Government and industrial research positions System integrators Senior engineering positions System innovators