Fundamentals of Computer Engineering

Fundamentals of Computer Engineering is a core subject in the Computer Engineering degree. This course introduces students to the basic concepts, principles and professional context of computer engineering.

Objectives

• Understand the role of computer engineering in modern society
• Learn the historical evolution of computing and technology
• Identify current trends and paradigms in computer systems
• Understand how information and data are managed in computer systems
• Develop a global view of the computer engineering profession

Course Content

Block 1: Computer Engineering in Society

• Historical background of computer engineering
• The current context of Computer Science
• Computer Engineering as a degree and profession

Block 2: Current Paradigms and Trends in Systems and Applications

• Hardware fundamentals
• Software systems
• Operating systems
• Computer networks
• New technological trends

Block 3: Information and Data

• Information representation
• Data management
• Introduction to Big Data

Block 4: Software Development

• Introduction to software development
• Basic software engineering concepts
• Software development processes

Block 5: Web Applications

• Introduction to web programming
• HTML fundamentals
• CSS fundamentals

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the foundations of computer engineering
• Identify the main areas of computer science and engineering
• Recognize the importance of technology in our society
• Gain a basic understanding of hardware, software and data systems
• Develop critical thinking about technological innovation

This subject provides the essential knowledge required to continue studying more advanced topics throughout the Computer Engineering degree.