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Careers in Computer Science What is Computer Science? Computer science is the science that deals with the theory and methods of processing information in digital computers, the design of computer hardware and software, and the applications of computers. Computer scientists solve problems with technology. They write and program software, develop websites, create applications for mobile devices and much more! 01 Why is computer science important? In today's modern world we are surrounded by technology. 03 Just simply having a background in CS can help you in future careers. 02 From using your computer to checking emails, to cyber security the list goes on and on... 04 CS allows society to advance in technology that have great lasting benefits on society. CE COMPUTER ENGINEERING What is computer engineering? “Computer engineering is a branch of engineering that integrates several fields of computer science and electronic engineering required to develop computer hardware and software.” Some may say, what does a computer engineer even do? There are many types of computer engineers and they all have different things to do: ● ● ● Software engineers deals with computer programming, smartphone applications, and software development in general. Hardware engineers design and maintain physical products. Network engineers design and maintain systems and networks. Why is computer engineering important? Computer engineering is extremely important in today’s modern world. Computer engineers create tools that allow computers to work correctly. “Computer engineers help create those tools and they advance the technology that allows computers to be so prominent.” Computer engineers help society progress forward. History of women in CS and CE Ada Lovelace Ada Lovelace (1815-1852) is considered the first computer programmer, even though she lived long before the computer was invented. Grace Hopper Grace Hopper invented the compiler a program that translates english language instructions into the language of the target computer. Katherine Johnson Johnson helped confirm the accuracy of electronic computers used by NASA and performed critical calculations that ensured safe space travel from the 1950s on. Margaret Hamilton “Margaret Hamilton is an American computer scientist, systems engineer and business owner. Hamilton was the Director of the Software Engineering Division of the MIT Instrumentation Laboratory, which designed the onboard flight software that made Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin’s Apollo mission possible.” CAREERS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING Continue Which of these jobs doesn’t use computer science? LAWYER MECHANICAL ENGINEER FASHION DESIGNER ATHLETE ARCHITECT FINANCE Try Again W R O N G COMPUTER SCIENCE IN LAW PATENT LAW - Patent law is the branch of intellectual property law that deals with new inventions. Traditional patents protect tangible scientific inventions, such as circuit boards, car engines, heating coils, or zippers. - - These lawyers often deal with computer science as many modern inventions involve computer science and patent lawyers are needed to decide whether or not a patent should be granted to the inventor A computer science degree is most often required to become a patent lawyer However, patent law isn’t the only way in which law is connected to computer science. Nowadays, almost all lawyers use computer science in their day to day work. - Examples of this include online legal research, case management software, electronic discovery in the handling of legal discovery projects, and legal marketing online to obtain new clients Computers in Law Try Again W R O N G COMPUTER SCIENCE IN FASHION FASHION x CODING - recently, more and more big companies have been merging computer science with fashion. From determining textile weaves to sizing designs; computers have become vital in the fashion industry. Computer aided design (CAD) programs reduce the demand for manual sketches and new software programs continue to replace old manual skills. - CAD or Computer aided design allows designers to view designs of clothing on virtual models and in various colors and shapes, which saves time by requiring fewer adjustments of prototypes and samples later 3D PRINTED CLOTHES - 3d printed clothing is becoming more and more apparent in our day to day lives. Designers have already been incorporating 3d printed parts into everyday wear. From 3d printed shoes, and clothes, to durable 3d printed fabrics, more and more people are realizing the potential in using technology in the fashion industry. - big brands such as new balance and adidas have started 3d printing the soles of shoes. the 3d printed soles have been found to be lighter, more durable, and provide more support 3d printing in fashion Try Again W R O N G COMPUTER SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE 3D PRINTERS IN ARCHITECTURE - Architects and other AEC professionals are increasingly using 3D printers to produce beautiful, physical, and highly-detailed architectural models. This allows experts to now showcase their ideas and impress their clients with tangible models that take into account precise building or construction site information - 3d modeling not only speeds up the design process but also provides a real life view of the finished product - 3d modeling also enables architects and designers play around with different ideas and identify potential design problems before they become actual issues. COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE - Another way computer science is connected to architecture is through computer architecture. Computer architects, or system analysts, design computer systems. This type of job combines one's knowledge of computer science and art, to program, and design the systems. Try Again W R O N G COMPUTER SCIENCE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING MECHANICAL ENGINEERS and COMPUTER SCIENTISTS - Computer scientists and mechanical engineers are similar in many ways. Like mechanical engineers, computer scientists identify and solve problems using many of the same mathematical and scientific principles. They also design, develop, and test tools, only their work advances computing solutions rather than physical devices. Mechanical engineers also use computer science in their work frequently. In fact, because many fields of mechanical engineering are so mathematically challenging, computers are extremely helpful and used constantly. - Computers make it possible for mechanical engineers to study proposed aircraft and car body designs without having to build altual physical models - Using computer simulations engineers can visualize the fluid flow and temperatures in areas that are experimentally inaccessible such as the inside the heart and the inside of a car engine. - It is often much quicker to run a computer experiment than a physical one. Try Again W R O N G COMPUTER SCIENCE IN ATHLETICS COMPUTERS IN SPORTS - sports require many mathematical techniques to master, thus the reason computer science has become an important aspect of sports. - one example of computers in sports is using computers to store and watch videos of games and practices. with videos players can watch their technique from different angles and improve, helping athletes to achieve their goals - computers are also used to store statistical data which tell coaches the past performance of their players COMPUTERS AND THE OLYMPICS - many athletes who depend on speed to win will stop at nothing to reduce their times. computers are used to help with this. - computer applications were used to develop full-body “skinsuits” that many swimmers wear to glide through the water easier, improving their times - at the 2002 winter games in Utah, tiny computer chips were used to track skiers. these chips tracked skiers’ location, speed, and number. the info was then sent to a central computer for judges to look at, helping them better assess the performance of the skiers Try Again W R O N G COMPUTER SCIENCE IN FINANCE FINTECH - Fintech is a term used to describe financial technology, an industry encompassing any kind of technology in financial services, from businesses to consumers. Fintech describes any company that provides financial services through software or other technology and includes anything from mobile payment apps to cryptocurrency. - Fintech in used in many of the newest technological advancements, such as apps like Paypal and Venmo, which help you manage your money - Fintech in used in crowdfunding platforms such as GoFundMe and Kickstarter, which allow internet and app users to send or receive money from others on the platform - Fintech is also used in quantitative trading, like Quantopian which provides a free online platform for quantitative researches all over the world to write their own investment algorithm for trading Before Fintech, there was no computer science in the traditional financial industry. However, technology is changing the financial industry for the better. Many financial tasks are manually done and very tedious. Technology adds automation and simplifies tasks, saving time and work. Technology also provides additional fraud detection and security, and has introduced new concepts such as cryptocurrency. tech in finance