MY OUTPUT IN

CpE History,
Professions &
Affiliation.

SUBMITTED BY:　BILOLO, ANGEL MHEY F.

SUBMITTED TO: PROF. BERONE BUNYI
BSCpE- 1st YEAR COLLEGE
COMPUTER ENGINEERING AS DISCIPLINE
 1. History of Computer Engineering

Computer engineering is defined as the discipline that embodies the science and technology of
design, construction, implementation, and maintenance of software and hardware components of
modern computing systems and computer-controlled equipment. Computer engineering has
traditionally been viewed as a combination of both computer science and electrical
engineering . Computer engineering is solidly grounded in the theories and principles of
computing, mathematics, science, and engineering and it applies these theories and principles to
solve technical problems through the design of computing hardware, software, networks, and
processes. Historically, the field of computer engineering has been widely viewed as «designing
computers.» In reality, the design of computers themselves has been the province of relatively
few highly skilled engineers whose goal was to push forward the limits of computer and
microelectronics technology.

Historically, the field of computer engineering has been widely viewed as "designing
computers." In reality, the design of computers themselves has been the province of relatively
few highly skilled engineers whose goal was to push forward the limits of computer and
microelectronics technology. The successful miniaturization of silicon devices and their
increased reliability as system building blocks has created an environment in which computers
have replaced the more conventional electronic devices. These applications manifest themselves
in the proliferation of mobile telephones, personal digital assistants, location-aware devices,
digital cameras, and similar products. It also reveals itself in the myriad of applications involving
embedded systems, namely those computing systems that appear in applications such as
automobiles, large- scale electronic devices, and major appliances.

Increasingly, computer engineers are involved in the design of computer-based systems to

address highly specialized and specific application needs. Computer engineers work in most
industries, including the computer, aerospace, telecommunications, power
production, manufacturing, defense, and electronics industries. They design high-tech devices
ranging from tiny microelectronic integrated-circuit chips, to powerful systems that utilize those
chips and efficient telecommunication systems that interconnect those systems. Applications
include consumer electronics and advanced microprocessors, peripheral equipment, systems for
portable, desktop and client/server computing, and communications devices .

It also includes distributed computing environments , and embedded computer systems . A wide

array of complex technological systems, such as power generation and distribution systems and
modern processing and manufacturing plants, rely on computer systems developed and designed
by computer engineers. Technological advances and innovation continue to drive computer
engineering. This has created many opportunities and challenges for computer engineers.

The situation bodes well for a successful career in computer engineering. Robust studies in
mathematics and science are absolutely critical to student success in the pursuit of computer
engineering. Mathematical and scientific concepts and skills must be understood and mastered in
a manner that enables the student to draw on these disciplines throughout the computer
engineering curriculum. One cannot overstate the role that mathematics and science play in
underpinning an engineering student's academic pursuits.

A strong and extensive foundation in mathematics provides the necessary basis for studies in
computer engineering. Mathematics provides a language for working with ideas relevant to
computer engineering, specific tools for analysis and verification, and a theoretical framework
for understanding important concepts. Clearly a program in computer engineering requires a
solid foundation in computer science, beyond mere introductory experiences. Computer
engineering students should be provided many opportunities to observe, explore and manipulate
characteristics and behaviors of actual devices, systems, and processes.

Every effort should be made by instructors to create excitement, interest and sustained

enthusiasm in computer engineering students. Likewise, many institutions currently conduct
engineering-related courses or professional development activities in service to their career-track
students or their local industry base. These colleges will find that they can leverage existing
facilities, resources and faculty expertise in implementing a transfer program in computer
engineering. However, lower division engineering courses should be taught by faculty with
engineering credentials to ensure that the courses have credibility, reflect the real world practices
of engineering, and properly prepare students for the upper division engineering curriculum.

Many of the skills found in a technical writing course benefit a computer engineering
curriculum . Overall, student learning activities should span the curriculum and should include
producing technical writing and report writing, engaging in oral presentations and listening
activities, extracting information from technical documents, working in a group dynamic, and
utilizing electronic media and modern communication techniques. Professional, legal and ethical
issues are important elements in the overall computer engineering curriculum, and must be
integrated throughout the program of study. This context should be established at the onset and
these matters should appear routinely in discussions and learning activities throughout the
curriculum.

The ACM Code of Ethics notes that «When designing or implementing systems, computing
professionals must attempt to ensure that the products of their efforts will be used in socially
responsible ways, will meet social needs, and will avoid harmful effects to health and welfare.»
The Code goes on to provide an excellent framework for conduct that should be fostered
beginning early in students' experiences. The curriculum recommendations contained herein are
intended to be compatible with those requirements, but recognize that in some
instances, institutions may find it necessary to make specific alterations. Articulation agreements
often guide curriculum content as well, and are important considerations in the formulation of
programs of study, especially for transfer-oriented programs. Institutions are encouraged to work
collaboratively to design compatible and consistent programs of study that enable students to
transfer from associate-degree programs into baccalaureate-degree programs.

In addition to specific program content, curriculum designers must give consideration to learning

activities, instructional techniques and student success. There are specific techniques that can be
incorporated that reflect the nature of the work of computer engineers. Activities should be
designed so that students learn to work in teams and in the context of projects, gain insights into
the real-world setting and associated considerations, see both theory and application, and
appreciate the role of foundation material in setting the stage for intermediate topics. Specific
course descriptions, course learning outcomes, program outcomes and program course sequences
are not included for the Computer Engineering transfer curriculum.
2. History of computer engineering education

The Seventies Electrical engineering departments thus entered the 1970's aware of the need for
computer engineering education--just in time to deal with microprocessors. By 1971 graduates of
computer engineering programs were sufficiently numerous that they began to be reported
separately in Engineering Education. There were about 1000 computer engineering graduates a
year in the early 1970's--at first only about 1/3 at the BS level and the rest postgraduates. Not
until 1973-74 did the number of BS degrees in computer engineering narrowly pass the number
of MS degrees, and not until 1976-77 did the number of BS computer engineering degrees--at
1280 above 1000 for the first time--exceed the combined total of MS and Ph.D. The early
emphasis on graduate degrees is not surprising. It reflects the tendency to introduce new
technology at the advanced level with codified material then filtering down to the undergraduate
Page 2.106.2 level. Electrical engineering departments in the early 1970's offered most of their
computer engineering courses at the graduate level [14]. In the 1970's computer engineering was
becoming sufficiently important that departments began including it in their title. By 1974 there
were departments of computer engineering at Case Western Reserve and Syracuse universities, a
department of electrical and computer engineering at Oregon State, and a department of
electrical engineering and computer science at the University of California at Berkeley. In
tracking departmental name changes, this paper considers departments that have the words
"computer," "electrical," and "engineering" in their titles to be combined departments of
electrical and computer engineering. It considers departments that have the words "computer"
and "engineering" but not "electrical" to be separate departments. No note is made of computer
science departments without the word engineering in their title whether within or outside
engineering schools. Microprocessors lowered the cost barrier to computer engineering
laboratories while also demonstrating that all electrical engineering students, not just computer
engineers, needed to work with microprocessors. There was a new impetus for curriculum
development. The Model Curricula Subcommittee of the IEEE Computer Society's Education
Committee published a model curriculum for an undergraduate program in computer science and
engineering in 1977 [15]. In addition the NSF-funded Digital Systems Education Committee
(DISE) developed programs for educating computer professionals. Student interest in computer
engineering continued to grow. By the end of the decade 1500 BS and 1200 MS degrees in
computer engineering were being awarded annually. Ph. D. growth also climbed to a peak of 190
 a year. Computer engineering was the only engineering field to experience growth in Ph.D.s in the
1970's [16]. Accreditation of computer engineering programs began in the early 1970's with the IEEE
being the lead society for the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. By 1980 ABET had
accredited 17 computer engineering programs.

3. Profession: Computer Engineer

 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 Design

4. Applications and practices.

Computer Hardware Engineering Practice

 As designers, hardware engineers must often think creatively, infusing prior knowledge with
imagination as they envision new possibilities and methods. Problem-solving, a common
activity for hardware engineers, also involves both creative and critical thinking.
 Analysis, the process of understanding a system by examining the functioning of its parts,
constitutes much of what hardware engineers do as they design, build, test, and troubleshoot
computer hardware.
 Hardware engineers should know how to identify and address hardware-related problems.
These professionals spend lots of time testing and troubleshooting their work and
recommending solutions and updates.

Computer Software Engineering Practice

 Consists of a collection of concepts, principles,

methods, and tools that a software engineer calls
upon on a daily basis
 Equips managers to manage software projects and
software engineers to build computer programs
 Provides necessary technical and management how
tos in getting the job done
 Transforms a haphazard unfocused approach into
something that is more organized, more effective,
and more likely to achieve success

5. Affiliations: ICpEP, MRSP

Institute of Computer Engineers of the Philippines – National

Website:  http://icpep.org.ph
Philippine Embassy in Singapore via Filipino Community Society (FILCOM)
Website:  http://www.philippine-embassy.org.sg/
Institution of Aquaculture Singapore
Website:  https://www.aquaculturesg.org/
Singapore Institute of Engineering Technologist
Website:  https://www.sietinternational.com/
The Institution of Professional Engineers Myanmar
Website:  http://www.ipemyanmar.org/ipemorg.htm
International Federation of Engineering Education Societies
Website:  http://www.ifees.net/
Portuguese Society for Engineering Education
Website: http://spee.org.pt/
Bayanihan Centre Singapore
Website:  http://www.bayanihancentre.org.sg/
Chnoumis Pte. Ltd.
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De La Salle University – Dasmariñas
College of Science and Computer Studies

Website:  https://www.dlsud.edu.ph/
Asia Pacific College
College of Engineering

Website:  https://www.apc.edu.ph/
Central Colleges of the Philippines
College of Computer Studies

Website:  https://www.ccp.edu.ph
Jose Rizal University
College of Computer Studies and Engineering

Website:  http://www.jru.edu
Holy Angel University
College of Engineering

Website:  https://www.hau.edu.ph/
American Societies for Engineering Education
Website:  http://www.asee.org/
Bulacan State University
College of Engineering – Computer Engineering Department

Website: https://bulsu.edu.ph/
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
College of Engineering and Institute of Technology

Website:  https://www.pup.edu.ph/
International School of Asia and the Pacific
Website: https://isap.edu.ph/
Sulu State College
Website: https://www.sulustatecollege.edu.ph/
Technological Institute of the Philippines
Website: https://www.tip.edu.ph/
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