Computer science generally refers the study of the theoretical foundations of information and computation and their implementation and application in computer systems.A computer engineer is trained to work on both software and hardware and integrate the two. Common tasks include writing embedded software for real-time microcontrollers, designing VLSI chips, working with analog sensors, designing mixed signal circuit boards, and designing operating systems.Information technology is a broad subject concerned with technology and other aspects of managing and processing information

Answered by Madhurima , an ibibo Master, at 1:26 PM on September 02, 2008

I always though that computer science was the study of theory/maths which lies BEHIND how computers work. Does tend towards hardware, and the THEORETICAL study of how software languages/operating systems etc are put together.

And that computer engineering was more about APPLYING the findings (of computer science) to solving problems. So it does still study hardware/software, but more in terms of how it's used to solve problems.

Computer science is probably where the greatest innovation/invention lies (Artificial intelligence, better data compression, encryption etc)

but as computer engineering is where those innovations actually make it to market,it tends to be the best paid.

(If you find a new way for computers do something, and others find they have to use your idea, you just might be able to generate huge amounts of money via royalties..)

Answered by Sharad Singh , an ibibo Master, at 2:09 PM on August 30, 2008

Computer science is a broad field. Yes, it deals with software and programming, but it also concerns itself with such topics as the theory of computing, artificial intelligence, scientific computing, cryptography and computational complexity.

Computer engineering is concerned with hardware, broadly defined. Thus, you study computer architecture (design), and the way in which computer hardware and software work together. This area of study ties closely to electrical engineering, and at some universities electrical and computer engineering are combined into one department.

The difference is one is an engineering degree, while the other is just a generic CS degree. With an engineering degree, you can work at a CS lab or in the field or in the engineering field, whereas if you have a CS bachelor's degree alone, then you are just limited to working with computer, but not necessary getting to build them (that's more of engineer). It's easier getting a CS bachelor than a CS engineering bachelor's because you won't have to take the addition engineer's classes, which will set most back by a semester or two.

Answered by Reeta K , an ibibo Master, at 5:59 PM on August 27, 2008

Computer science generally refers the study of the theoretical foundations of information and computation and their implementation and application in computer systems.A computer engineer is trained to work on both software and hardware and integrate the two. Common tasks include writing embedded software for real-time microcontrollers, designing VLSI chips, working with analog sensors, designing mixed signal circuit boards, and designing operating systems.Information technology is a broad subject concerned with technology and other aspects of managing and processing information.

Answered by Prashant , an ibibo Citizen, at 7:40 PM on August 19, 2008

Computer Science is the study of computers. You typically learn about hardware and operating systems. Things like registers, multitasking kernels, data buses, address buses. It's real techy stuff.

Information Technology is the more about the study of the use of computers to solve human/business problems. You study some programming, databases, applications, etc.

Here are more answers to the same question:

* Computer Science is the science of computers whilst Information Technology may or may not be use computers or any form of computer science to do its evil deeds. Of course there is a big overlap but in general computer science handles the technical working of computers whilst IT is concerned more with information manipulation and the business requirements.

* I think that computer scince is concerned with the principles an the concepts that are behined the emergence of IT. In other words, CS is acadimic studying of the S/W and H/W concepts but IT may have specific purposes to be studied.

* From a very broad perspective, Computer Science is the study of the principles of computing. It helps you better understand how computers solve problems, what are the kinds of problems that a computer can solve and how one would present a problem to a computer. Abstract ideas that rely on fundamental mathematical theories are at the heart of Computer Science. Information Technology is the study of technology that drives Information Systems for businesses. Understanding what technology/tools can best meet the Information management needs of an organization is at the heart of IT. Familiarity with such tools is an essential for a successful IT professional. The interesting relation between the 2 fields lies in the fact that more often than not, it is Computer Scientists that design and develop these tools that an IT professional uses. Personally, I think that an adaptable Computer Scientist should not find it difficult to migrate to the field of IT (if he/she chooses to do so) by learning more about the technology that is predominatly used at his/her organization. An IT professional on the other hand, will have to go through a mathmatics/CS training in order to be a good computer scientist. In a nutshell, Computer Science is about understanding generic oncepts,whereas IT is about knowing more facts.

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Answered by Dinesh , an ibibo Master, at 7:42 AM on August 13, 2008

A computer engineer is trained to work on both software and hardware and integrate the two.Computer science generally refers the study of the theoretical foundations of information and computation and their implementation and application in computer systems.

Computer science is a broad field. Yes, it deals with software and programming, but it also concerns itself with such topics as the theory of computing, artificial intelligence, scientific computing, cryptography and computational complexity.

Computer engineering is concerned with hardware, broadly defined. Thus, you study computer architecture (design), and the way in which computer hardware and software work together. This area of study ties closely to electrical engineering, and at some universities electrical and computer engineering are combined into one department.

Answered by Ashish Yadav , an ibibo Wizard, at 5:38 PM on August 12, 2008

Computer science generally refers the study of the theoretical foundations of information and computation and their implementation and application in computer systems.A computer engineer is trained to work on both software and hardware and integrate the two. Common tasks include writing embedded software for real-time microcontrollers, designing VLSI chips, working with analog sensors, designing mixed signal circuit boards, and designing operating systems.Information technology is a broad subject concerned with technology and other aspects of managing and processing information.

Answered by alok , an ibibo Master, at 3:04 PM on August 12, 2008

well, Computer science is a broad field. Yes, it deals with software and programming, but it also concerns itself with such topics as the theory of computing, artificial intelligence, scientific computing, cryptography and computational complexity.

Computer engineering is concerned with hardware, broadly defined. Thus, you study computer architecture (design), and the way in which computer hardware and software work together. This area of study ties closely to electrical engineering, and at some universities electrical and computer engineering are combined into one department.

The difference is one is an engineering degree, while the other is just a generic CS degree. With an engineering degree, you can work at a CS lab or in the field or in the engineering field, whereas if you have a CS bachelor's degree alone, then you are just limited to working with computer, but not necessary getting to build them (that's more of engineer). It's easier getting a CS bachelor than a CS engineering bachelor's because you won't have to take the addition engineer's classes, which will set most back by a semester or two.

Answered by Romi , an ibibo Master, at 1:13 PM on August 12, 2008

Hi Nidhi

A well establish definition of Computer Science is: "The systematic study of computing systems and computation. The body of knowledge resulting from this discipline contains theories for understanding computing systems and methods; design methodology, algorithms, and tools; methods for the testing of concepts; methods of analysis and verification; and knowledge representation and implementation." while

Computer Engineering (also called Electronic & Computer engineering or Computer Systems Engineering) is deals with the design of computers and computer systems. This may involve the design of new hardware, the design of PDAs or the use of computers to control an industrial plant. Computer engineers may also work on a system's software. However, the design of complex software systems is often the domain of software engineering, which is usually considered a separate discipline. Source: Computer Definitions.

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Answered by Suparna , an ibibo Master, at 12:50 PM on August 12, 2008

basically they both are same in engg u got for futher volume of advance study of th computer science.......... u study more than two volume than computerscience............

Answered by Sri Ganesh , an ibibo Citizen, at 11:43 AM on August 12, 2008