What is Computer Engineering and how does it change our lives without us realizing it?

Find out what Computer Engineering is, how it impacts everyday life, and understand the differences to Software Engineering at Inteli.

By Michelle Bazana, professor at Inteli.

Have you ever stopped to think about howtechnology is so intertwined with our daily lives that we often don't even notice its presence? From the moment we wake up to the moment we go to sleep, the Computer Engineering is everywhere, shaping our reality and driving our society forward. 

At Inteli, we train technology leaders who not only understand this transformation, but also play a leading role in it, impacting Brazil.

Unraveling Computer Engineering

Computer Engineering is the field that brings together hardware (the physical part of computers and devices) and software (the programs and systems that make them work). It trains professionals to plan, specify, design, implement, test and maintain computer systems, from computers and microprocessor-based systems to communication and automation systems. 

It is an area that requires not only technical knowledge, but also the ability to solve complex problems with a transdisciplinary vision.

Inteli students studying in a computer lab, working on laptops and computers on campus

The Invisible Impact: Everyday Applications

Innovations in Computer Engineering are embedded in various sectors, transforming our quality of life, the way we work and interact.

1. Smartphones

From the operating system, the applications you use on a daily basis, the security of your data, to connectivity with networks and other devices, everything has been designed by computer engineers. The ability to access teaching materials or resources at any time and place, for example, is a direct reflection of these applications.

2. Automobiles

Modern cars are veritable computers on wheels. ABS braking systems, traction control, parking assistance and, of course, autonomous vehicles, are the fruits of computer engineering. 

3. Smart Systems and Connected Cities

Artificial Intelligence is present in movie recommendations, virtual assistants and image recognition systems. Smart Cities, with their hyperconnectivity, use advanced solutions to integrate communication networks, information security and data analysis, improving urban life and public management. Robotics, with autonomous service robots and mobile robotics, is also part of this scenario, integrating computer vision and generative AI to perform complex tasks and interact in a natural way.

4. Medical Devices

Computer Engineering plays a crucial role in healthcare, from diagnostic imaging equipment to systems that speed up hospital care. Inteli students, for example, developed a project in partnership with the Sírio Libanês Hospital to optimize the separation of medicines, improving the population's quality of life. 

Why choose Computer Engineering at Inteli?

At Inteli, you will have the chance to lead the technological transformation. Our commitment is to train the future technology leaders who will transform Brazil, with a vision that integrates Computing, Business and Leadership Skills.

Come and be part of this transformation!

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