Difference between Computer Science and Computer Engineering

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Well, the terms computer science and computer engineering may sound common to you but have different meanings and characteristics with it.

People often get confused while choosing their major in one of the above degree programs. So if you are facing the same situation then this article will surely clear all your doubts.

In this article, we have provided you with the difference between Computer Science and Computer Engineering. So read it till the end.

What is Computer Science?

Like any other science degree program, computer science is the study of computers, theory, algorithms and computational systems. You can say it’s a scientific and computational approach towards computation and its applications.

This also means you will be doing lots and lots of programming in it. For that, you will learn a broad range of computing topics and indulge in projects across multiple areas.

So if you are allergic to engineering then you can opt for this.

Subjects you will learn in computer science degree program.
Main Programming languages – C, C++ and Java etc.

Digital Electronics

Data Structures

Discrete Mathematics

Computer Organization and architecture

Operating Systems.

After learning all these subject the average starting salary of a computer science student is  $58,000. This salary may vary depending on which state you are living in. For example, computer science students in New York or New Jersey are likely to earn more than students who will look for jobs in Texas or North Carolina. So keep this in mind.

What is Computer Engineering?

Engineering refers to the study of all the concepts related to that profession. So if in this case, we are talking about computer engineering then it means the study of both hardware and software.

Yes, it’s true. Computer engineering is basically an integration of both computer science and electrical engineering. Where you will learn about all the subjects related to programming and coding while at the same time learning some subjects related to electronics which means hardware.

This is a widely preferred degree program in the field of Information and technology.

Subjects you will learn in computer science degree program.

Cloud Computing

Compiler Design

Computer architecture and organization

Computer Networks

Data Base Management Systems

Data Structures & Algorithms

Design and Analysis of Algorithms

Distributed Computing Systems

Operating Systems (Unix Programming)

Software Testing

After learning all these subjects the average salary a computer engineer student can expect is up to $69,365. One more thing to keep in mind is that the salary may vary depending upon your skill and learning attitude. These were the average figures for computer engineering student.

Conclusion

So this was all regarding the difference between Computer Science and Computer Engineering.


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