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DIT

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Course Code:
DT081
Title:
Computer and Communications Engineering
College:
DIT
Qualification:
Level on the National Framework of Qualifications
Duration:
4 Years

 

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Data engineer/operator
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Web Developer
Animator
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Multimedia Technical Manager
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Meteorologist
Physicist
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Scientist
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Computer and software engineering involves developing new software and hardware for computers by combining the skills of both electronic engineering and computer science. They design, produce and test programmes, networks, chips, and processors.

This course combines electronic engineering and computer science and bridges the gap between hardware and software engineering. It includes a significant amount of practical and laboratory work, together with lectures and tutorials. A strong emphasis is placed throughout the course on developing the practical skills and the in-depth knowledge required by hi-tech companies.



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Design of Computer Systems, Hardware Software Engineering, Computer Aided Design and Graphics, Artificial Intelligence are some of the career directions from this course.

 

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