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Computer Engineer

How do I qualify as a computer engineer?

 Option 1 To qualify as a Professional Engineer with Engineers Australia, the following pathway will help you on your journey:
 Option 2

Don't meet the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering?

If you don't meet the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering, you may like to consider the following programs: The Diploma of Engineering and Spatial Science Foundations leads into the Associate Degree of Engineering (Computer Systems Engineering), which leads into the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Computer Systems Engineering), which leads into the Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems Engineering). This pathway also provides you with the option to exit your studies at year 2 or year 3 with a qualification.  

What is a Computer Engineer?

Computer engineers apply practical analysis and technical principles to design, create, improve and maintain computer systems including both hardware and software. This can range from large computer systems, to desktop computers, mobile phones, games and media players, among many others.

Other titles for computer engineers include computer systems engineer, hardware design engineer and technical support engineer.

Computer engineers work in a variety of settings including computer engineering firms, large corporations, government institutions, the communication sector, computer manufacturing companies, telecommunication industry and private consultancy.