How is Computer Engineering different from Electrical Engineering and Computer Science?
Computer Engineering combines elements of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Computer engineers work on both hardware (electric circuits) and on software. For example, a Computer Engineer might write the device driver software that allows a device like a mouse work with a computer. They would have to have an understanding of both the programming and of the electronics of the device in order to do this. Computer Engineers are highly sought after by employers and the starting pay is higher than most other engineering disciplines. Entrance to Computer Engineering departments at Washington state universities is highly competitive. See the Career Information page to learn more about Computer Engineering. • Why does South have a prerequisite for CSC/ENGR 142 Programming for Engineers? At the UW students can just take 142 without having to take a more basic computer course. This extra course delays my graduation and costs me money. Computer instructors at the South, North and Centra
