Computer Engineer

Luke Mennen

Work Task

• Design computer software

• Build and test product prototypes

• Use skills to keep up with rapid computer advancements

Work Environment

• Laboratories• Manufacturing firms• System design firms• Research for federal

government

Education

• 4 year Bachelor of Science Degree

• Recommended Masters Degree

University of Iowa

• About 30,000 students• In state Tuition $8,057• top 20 percent of

engineering programs nationwide.

Iowa State

• About 27,000• In State Tuition $7,000• Top 20 in computer

Engineering

Salary

• Salary Range: $ 59,000 to $ 117,500 per year

• $ 28.25 to $ 56.50 per hour

Positives about the job

• the challenge• creative • good salaries • pleasant surroundings • employment

opportunities

Negatives about the job

• to keep up with advances in technology

• working evenings and weekends

• the frustration of program problems

Growth

• 9 percent growth from 2010 to 2020

• Technology is advancing rapidly

Sources

• Discover ACT• Occupational Outlook• I Have a Plan • University of Iowa• Iowa State University