Computer Science is offered in the Faculty of Arts and Science and is primarily concerned with the programming side of computers. Computer Engineering is offered by the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering, which means you will be an engineer when you graduate.
Computer engineers study the hardware, software and systems of computers.
They learn computer architecture, how computers are used in industry and how they can run a complicated system like the Toronto subway trains or a communication system. A computer engineer can be described as an electrical engineeer and a computer scientist merged. As a computer engineer you have lots to offer an employer, which gives you an edge in the work force. As an engineering student, you learn problem solving skills, time management and team-working skills that are valuable for any employer, as well as your technical education. We have a co-op program called the Professional Experience Year.