Computer Engineering | Career Centre

Are you passionate about the fast developing world of electronics and computers? Do you see yourself at the forefront of technology in a career designing, developing and creating the world's future computers, electronic devices and systems? Studying Computer Engineering at York will give you the necessary tools to excel in a fast growing industry in a program that fuses traditional Computer Science theory with hands-on hardware engineering. You will be further able to test your acquired knowledge in a senior Engineering Project with the opportunity to participate in an industry internship
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Career Options in Computer Engineering

This list is not exhaustive but it provides a solid idea of what fellow graduates have gone on to do and what potential careers a Computer Engineering degree can offer. Some options are more directly associated with specific areas of Computer Engineering than others.

Author
AI designer/developer
Blogger
Business Systems Analyst
Client Support Representative
Computer Engineer
Computer Security Analyst
Database Developer
Entrepreneur
Hardware Systems Designer
Industry Consultant
Information Technologist
Interface Designer
Inventory Control Manager
Journalist
Laboratory Technician
Logistics Specialist
National Security Consultant
Marketing Coordinator

Media Correspondent
Network Security Specialist
Operations Manager
Patent/Computer Lawyer
Product Developer
Professor/Teacher
Project Manager
Researcher
Reporter
Robotics Specialist
Satellite Communications Specialist
Smart Phone Designer
Software Engineer
Software Security Engineer
Systems Designer
Technical Support Representative
Technical Writer
Telecommunications Engineer
Video Game Programmer
Web Designer

Some of these career choices may require additional education or preparation in the form of graduate studies, experiential education or professional formative courses and exams. For a more in-depth description of some of the careers mentioned above visit Career Cruising (login information can be found on the home page of the Career Centre's online system) or the National Occupational Classification website.

Skills Developed through a Computer Engineering Degree

A background in Computer Engineering ensures that you develop the skills and mindset to tackle many different professional challenges.

Core Skills

Sound grasp of key mathematical concepts
An ability to think critically and rationally about challenging abstract concepts
Understanding of theoretical concepts as well as a core focus on software and hardware engineering processes and techniques
Exposure to concepts and contemporary developments in engineering design and electronics as well as opportunities to follow study in specialized courses as robotics
Familiarity with software engineering techniques and scripts

Communication, Data Gathering and Organizational Skills

The ability to present your thoughts clearly and intelligently in written statements and written opinion pieces
The ability to organize, understand and analyze sources of information and to apply novel forms of technology or new information to different professional settings and tasks
The ability to learn new information and apply this to professional demands
The ability to explain complex ideas clearly to others and to apply complex theoretical concepts to everyday practice and professional dilemmas
The skills to collect various types of information, assess them, analyze and incorporate potential linkages from different fields and efficiently convey your message and the goal of your work

Management and Teamwork

The ability to interpret and analyze information presented by peers and efficiently and constructively support or challenge their proposals, theories, ideas and reports in order to achieve a project's intended and successful end result
Skills enabling you to work effectively in group situations, partaking in decision-making, leading and contributing in various capacities to the ultimate success of the team and task
The ability to debate, persuade, mediate and present your thoughts and opinions to others, as well as the capacity to recognize and incorporate other potential solutions or applications to given problems
The capability to identify priorities and proper courses of action, to plan the execution of tasks and to determine and delegate responsibilities to group members to most effectively carry out projects

Professional Associations and Organizations

Knowing the industry and how to excel in it after receiving a degree are key elements of future success. University study sets up the building blocks you will need to develop and enhance your understanding and knowledge in your career. Being part of a professional organization or network and gaining further insight through training are excellent ways of increasing your knowledge of the field.