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computer engineer
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Computer engineers are involved in many hardware and software aspects of computing, from the design of individual microcontrollers, microprocessors, personal computers, and supercomputers, to circuit design. Usual tasks include writing software and firmware, designing VLSI chips, designing sensors, designing mixed signal circuit boards, and designing operating systems. Computer engineers are also suited for robotics research, which relies heavily on using digital systems to control and monitor electrical systems like motors, communications, and sensors. Computer engineers usually have training in electronic engineering (or electrical engineering), software design, and hardware-software integ...

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Avg Pay: $77K
Jobs: 447
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5.5 years
$77K
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3.58 years
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3
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  • Bachelor Of Science (b.sc.) In Computer Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,468Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master Of Science (m.sc.) In Electrical And Computer Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:15 monthsAvg. Fees:$28,497Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Doctor Of Philosophy (ph.d.) In Electrical Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:33 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,049Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Of Science (b.sc.) In Physics Education
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$18,960Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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