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jus a question,
if u apply to top colleges for computer eng. or software eng., and u have only taken like one basic course in programming. would u be a step behind everyone else or would the classes start from the basics. and what language is more common java or c++ in college? thanx

By Bres6486 (Bres6486) on Monday, September 29, 2003 - 08:36 pm: Edit

Off topic, but im looking to major in computer engineering as well. What colleges are you applying to and what are your stats? Thanks .. I don think you would be behind but yes some kids take C++ , Visual Basic, and Java in highschool... and i think C++ or Java will be common in college.

By Seniornow2 (Seniornow2) on Monday, September 29, 2003 - 09:16 pm: Edit

thanx, u can check my stats and my colleges at the forum what r my chances?... and the post is called Last post of my lifetime.
please comment and post up ur stats. do u really think i won't be behind at those colleges, with only a basic knowledge of programming?

By Kjofkw (Kjofkw) on Tuesday, September 30, 2003 - 10:50 am: Edit

My s is interested in comp.sci. & we asked that exact question of several CS departments on our summer tour. All said their students come in at different levels due to differences in high school curriculum and just take the courses they need once enrolled. It didn't sound like a big disadvantage if your school does not offer the courses. At least that's what we're hoping.

By Momof2 (Momof2) on Tuesday, September 30, 2003 - 11:03 am: Edit

We, also, inquired of several CE schools on our tours the last couple of years. The general consensus was that if a student was particularly strong in programming, he could take a departmental exam to determine his placement after enrollment.

Our S is currently a freshman CE major and is working with JAVA in his first programming class. There are NO programming classes available at our small HS, although he self-taught C++ from a couple of books. He was good enough to represent the school on a regional level at academic competitions and earn a few points for the school, but said he wouldn't count himself proficient. He seems to be thoroughly enjoying the class and reports a high A after 6 weeks.

I really think most CS/CE students are just wired to thrive in these classes - I would quickly sink!

By Seniornow2 (Seniornow2) on Tuesday, September 30, 2003 - 03:47 pm: Edit

what schools do ur sons go to? will the students at elite colleges all know programming, either by self study or in school. i only know the basics of c++ and java but i feel as tho this could be my career. can u name schools in the North east that have strong computer science or computer engineering departments. thanx

By Becks777 (Becks777) on Tuesday, September 30, 2003 - 06:13 pm: Edit

Is there still any scope left in comp.engineering
i m asking this since i m quite interested in comp.eng too but many people tell me its probably gonna die down by the time we all graduate

By Seniornow2 (Seniornow2) on Thursday, October 02, 2003 - 05:34 pm: Edit

bump