Is there a difference betwen computer science and software engineer?
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As I've seen it, Computer Science focuses greatly on the theoretical aspects of computers. The algotithms, math, etc. Software Engineers typically focus more on the creation of a product.\n\nExample, going into my third year of Computer Science I've been asked to only write a handful of useful programs. My friend going into his third year of Software Engineering has wrote software which could actually be distributed to people. He just has no idea what the hell he's doing.
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i would say it would depend on what you want to your degree to apply to. computer science is a foundational degree that can apply to more careers and be a more powerful option whereas networking pushes you into a career area and can limit you in future career possibilities. both are good options, technology is a strong sector for employment. so there ya go, hope this helped, you can try monster.com and bls.gov for more advice.
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Computer science is the more basic study of programming - so you'll work on the computer and study different languages like C++, Java, Oracle as well as different networks such as UNIX, Windows, etc. This is also known as software development/engineering.\n\nComputer Engineering includes everything in computer science but also includes hardware engineering - making a CPU with real wires, learning about the circuits used in a computer, learning how the hard disk is made. It includes both programming as well as engineering.
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Computer Science is a broad field. Which part of it interests you? Design? Programming? Networks? Graphics/animation? Narrow down your interests before researching where to go because some schools may excel at certain areas over others. Find one that seems geared towards the industry that interests you. Contact some of the companies that have positions that interest you and ask where many of their successful recruits obtained their education.
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A computer science degree would emphasis more on the programming side, while a computer engineering degree is more on the side of the whole picture.
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nice qustion.\nI am a student of Computer Science from Philippines and based on the curricula that was given to me by the school i attend ( AMA COMPUTER UNIVERSITY ) i could choose wether i will take a Software Engineering major.\nIn Short, Take computer science and be a Software engineer. But it is not as easy as what you think. But it is not that hard as what i said. Meaning the course is easy if you want it to be easy and it'll be hard if you want it to be hard.
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It's the difference between theory and applications.\n\nComputer science teached you mainly the algorithms and theory behind the algorithms.\n\nHowever, Computer Applications would teach you the implementation of those theories.\n\nComputer Engineering would be a mix of Software and hardware(encompassing concepts from electrical and Electronics engineering).
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Computer engineering \nhas software programming , networking, making the software run on different systems (based on processor and OS)\n\n\nAn electrical engineer works form other end, building a computer , processor (VLSI), modem, Broadband wires technologies...\n\nso while EE guys study the electronics and build an "hardware" computer engineers make the use of hardware useable by writing programs such as your windows , unix or bank application or yahoo webpage..\n\n\n\nsome programming overlaps like C, low level, Assembly, system programming along with networkng.\n\nAlso both teams need to have a good understanding of computer Architecture , the EE to build one , the CS to use one.
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Yeah I got a BSc in this computer science thingy. What I do in real life has very little to do with what I learned in those classes. I'm actually in finance now.
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The basic difference is Comp.Sci. Engg is tightly coupled with s/w and h/w where as IT. Engg is purely s/w oriented for this sake only people are prefering Comp.Sci.Engg.Hope this enough for u'r knowledge take care and Byeeeeeeeeee.
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software engineering would focus on writing software in a programming language like java C#  vb and probably some databases\n\nComputerscience would include topics like  networking and hardware  as well as software development.\n\nWhere you are doing the course would also be important \ndoes the college have good links with industry things like that.
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Computer science is research and development into new algorithms, and research into the capabilities of Turing machines.  This is to be distinguished from software engineering, which is the application of existing algorithms to real-world problems.
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software engineer is a pretty broad term.  Animation is pretty specific.  The BEST thing to be is flexible.  I think all engineer should have strong skills in web technologies since it is definitely the area with the most opportunity.
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It depends on your luck.\n\nDon't select just because it is lucrative. If you are not interested, then it is more than hell.\n\nFor computer engineering, you need good brains. But for 70% of the jobs are sort of routine jobs. An average person can do them easily.\n\nIf you are interested in computers and good at logical thinking then it is best choice.
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I've been a software engineer for 22 years now, and I've always found it to be a rewarding and enjoyable profession.\n\nThe wonderful part of technology, is that it does pay quite well. Even average engineers here in the Silicon Valley make over $100,000 a year.\n\nThe cost of admission however is high. We work long hours (60-80 hours a week) which takes its toll on our private lives. We have more money, but have much less time to spend it.\n\nIf you're young and love computers, its a great life. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone over the age of forty. It's a young persons game.
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Hmm...i am not that sure...but why arent you considering Computer Science....It has generally a better job prospect e.g. u can become a software engineer or even a software developer,furthermore u can work for microsoft..google..yahoo.isnt it good
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If you are going into a career in computer science you will experience continual change of languages and methodologies throughout your career.  Learning what these are based on will help you transition from one to the next with greater comprehension and ease than those who do not have this background.