Computer Engineer

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Computer Engineer

• By David Wanke

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What Do Computer Engineers Do?

• Implement Computers in all sorts of devices
• Audio
• Cars
• Appliances
• Work with programmers to make efficient use of
  resources

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Salary

• Starting Salary for Computer Engineer
• 48,100 (Average)
• New York
• 61,795
• Los Angeles
• 61,602

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Skills and Knowledge

• Employers Prefer Bachelors Degree
• Broad Knowledge of Computers
• Experience with Many Computer Technologies

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Educational Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Engineering
• Any Other Relevant Training for Specific Job

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Work Environment

• Work in Lab or Office
• Work 40 Hours a Week
• Depending on nature of project more than 40,
  possibly on weekend
• Often Need to Meet With Customer

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Career Outlook

• Projected to Have the Biggest Growth 2004-2014
• 800,000 Jobs as of 2004 and Growing

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Advancement Opportunities

• From a Entry Level Could Get Promotion
• Become Lead Project Engineer
• Be Put in Charge of Department

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Bibliography

• www.MSOE.edu
• www.bls.gov/oco/