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Engineering is broadly defined as the innovative use of scientific and mathematical concepts to create, enhance, and evaluate structures, machines, tools, components, systems, and industrial methods that benefit society. Computer Engineering combines elements of computer science (CS) and electrical engineering (EE), emphasizing the seamless integration of software and hardware. CS coursework lays the foundation for understanding software and computing systems, while EE studies equip students with skills for constructing physical devices. Learners apply their expertise in computer architecture, operating systems, embedded systems, software development, networking, electrical circuits, and signal processing to bridge hardware and software solutions for complex challenges. They engage in researching, developing, and deploying both hardware and software solutions for general computing devices as well as specialized equipment including mobile phones, medical imaging devices, security systems, digital recording equipment, network routers, input devices, output devices, and smart appliances.