Computational Engineering
Texas Engineering is the first program in the U.S. to offer a bachelor of science degree in computational engineering, a new field that focuses on modeling and simulation to develop solutions for society. In computational engineering, students will learn to apply their knowledge of engineering, science and mathematics to the development of computer algorithms that translate mathematical and physical descriptions of engineering problems into languages that computers can process — they will learn how to use and develop certain tools in order to solve physical problems using computers. Computational engineering graduates pursue careers in a variety of fields, including energy, manufacturing, aerospace, health care, microelectronics and more.
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What do computational engineers do?
Computational engineers use computers and advanced computational methods to analyze and solve engineering problems. Their knowledge of mathematics and computational science is used to formulate algorithms and develop software to simulate scenarios and make predictions. Computational engineers work in a variety of fields from aircraft design to energy infrastructure to weather prediction and climate research.
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Source: https://cockrell.utexas.edu/academics/computational-engineering
What Is Computational Engineering?
Computational engineering is a new and rapidly growing multidisciplinary field that applies advanced computational methods and analysis to engineering practice.
Computational engineers will have extensive education in fundamental engineering and science, and advanced knowledge of mathematics, algorithms and computer languages. Because of the breadth and depth covered in the curriculum, computational engineers are capable of developing computational models in a variety of fields, capable of pursuing careers in a variety of fields, including energy, manufacturing, aerospace, health care, microelectronics and more.
How is computational engineering different from computer science and computer engineering?
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The computer engineer designs a new computer.
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The computer scientist develops the operating system and networking software for the computer.
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The computational engineer uses computers and devises algorithms to solve mathematical models for complex systems, simulate behaviors and analyze simulation output.
Computer science explores the science and theory of how computers work, formulating algorithms and designing programming languages. Computer engineering takes the foundation of electrical engineering and applies it specifically to computers, focusing on the design of hardware and software components. Computational engineering uses computers to solve engineering design problems important to a variety of industries.
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Computational Engineering Undergrad
https://www.ae.utexas.edu/undergraduate/computational-undergrad-program
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Bachelor of Science in COE Program
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