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Nearly every corporation and business uses computers to run its daily operations, and computer engineers are the support system that keeps these operations running. A degree in computer engineering prepares the computer engineer for the variety of duties he or she may be called upon to do. A computer engineer may be involved in designing new computers, testing computers, or maintaining existing computer systems.
Computer engineers have a solid background in math and science. A degree in computer engineering usually requires courses such as calculus and physics in addition to computer courses such as programming and networking. Staying current on trends and developments in the technology industry is important for computer engineers. Most continue their education throughout their lives and attend professional development workshops and other courses to keep their skills sharp.
Computer and information specialists, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, earned an average annual income of $63,030 in 2004. Computer and information scientists specializing in research averaged $88,020 in the same year. Network engineers brought home $84,010.
Computer engineering careers are expected to continue to grow. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that computer and information specialists will see a 35.8% growth in jobs and network engineers will see a 37.4% increase.
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