Computer, being the prime source of connectivity, has made people dependent on it for every major or small share of their work. Technological advancement has enabled humans with a ready-made and speedy solution for almost everything. India has constantly been contributing a lot in the technological advancement by producing its talented software engineers to the whole world. Why software engineering has turned into one of the most preferred professions in IT these days is because in this era of technology, it has to offer so much in terms of scope and employment. Also the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of machines have created a buzz among students, resulting in making them opt for a software course to make their career bright and prosperous. And we can not deny the fact that from computers to mobiles to iPods, software is required for the application of everything.
We can say that the term software engineering is related to tools, knowledge and implementation of software and software engineers are supposed to take on functions like designing of software, computer programming, or user interface designing. Once the system had been designed fully, the engineers then test, debug and fulfill the tasks of system maintenance. The students who aim to pursue a software course can either take Bachelors in Computer Application or can have specialization of software engineering in their Post-Graduation.
A student pursuing a software course can make his/her career well in any of the following fields-
Specialization in System Software prepares the students to take care and responsibility of functioning of the computer hardware or the system as a whole. This particular category helps the student to learn about all windowing systems, operating systems, utilities, device drivers and servers. These softwares provide an ease to the engineers while working on and correcting the computer parts like printer, drivers, keyboards, display screens, etc.
Specialization in Programming Software enables students to design the computer programmes or softwares in various computer languages with the help of tools that are in the form of softwares. The tools that help the operators to perform the same function or their implementation are text editors, compilers, linkers, interpreters and debuggers.
Specialization in Application Software is not only confined to computers, instead their application can be seen in variegated products like Internet communications, video games, word processing, medical or educational softwares, industrial automation, and software required for animation and designing like Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel Draw, Dreamweaver, Flash, etc.
The names of some of the top most computer institutes that provide software courses are mentioned below:
1. Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, Rajasthan
2. Bangalore Institute of Technology, Bangalore
3. Department of Computer Science, Delhi University Delhi.
4. Coimbatore Institute of Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
5. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai.
6. Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala, Punjab
7. University of Roorkee, Roorkee (UK)
All in all, after the successful completion of this programme, a professional can undertake the complicated and large-scale software development projects and effectively manage them. They can confidently take part in the designing and implementation of high quality software systems. Not only this, they can well suggest a solution associated with the problem occurred while the development of software systems. To make a career in this innovative field is definitely a good decision taken by a student who learns and understands new developments with ease.
Archive for ◊ May, 2011 ◊
Human kind is the most intelligent and evolving species to have inhabited this world. It is therefore always seeking knowledge, convenient ways of communication and development in general.
It is the result of this quest that in the early 40′s the precursor of modern day computing machines was first invented. Ever since there has been no letting in the pace of progress in this exciting field which has profound effects on almost all the aspects of the modern day human beings.
The most important and sought after offshoot of the computer or information technology is the internet. It opens up unlimited vistas of knowledge in a fraction of second for the user. The possibilities are literally limitless.
One major branch of internet is the E-commerce. In its early days, it existed simply as a form of facilitation for commercial and financial transactions. Since then it has really transformed.
Technologies such as electronic data interchange and electronic funds transfer were introduced and they allowed the freedom to the businesses to communicate documents such as invoices via electronic network systems, securely. The growth of telephonic banking, credit cards and automated teller machines are all too well known and form the back bone of e-commerce. There are many vistas in this regard which are growing as per the users need and information technology is providing an efficient and secure platform to them.
The major electronic payment systems that govern current online transactions are credit cards processing systems and electronic payment gateways. The electronic payment gateways facilitate financial transactions online by authenticating credit cards and online bank accounts authorizing transactions. They connect the merchant’s website and the credit card companies. In doing so, the user has the liberty of doing such transactions from the safety of the home or office and avoiding the physical hassle of going to the financial institutions or the vendors.
E-banking and business of many sorts is now a normal occurrence and part of the daily routine of a sizable population.
The internet has eliminated the distances between friends and family. The internet provides web services of different sorts like, social networking services, chatting services with real time interaction and portals providing free lance business opportunities.
In the beginning no one had envisioned the growth spurt of the internet and its allied e-commerce. The web browsers are instruments which have the ability of finding and organizing the information quickly and thus have become indispensable tools in the hands of common people.
The web was lately considered a medium for sharing mere text files. Now with advanced user interface, animations, video and radio streaming the internet has really evolved.
It is professed that the computer technology especially the internet has a more profound effect on people’s lives as compared to the radio or television. This magical box, the computer with its flexibility has become one stop solution to all the media needs of a modern day person.
So it can be safely said that the computers and the information technology are a part and parcel of the modern day man’s life and in the years to come are going to flourish even more.
New technology is making many jobs easier. Is the trucking industry ready for new technology to revolutionize it, as well? Some drivers can’t wait for the trucking industry to catch up with other industries by way of technology; but not everyone feels the same way.
Truck drivers around the country welcomed the PrePass System which helps truck drivers by-pass weight stations in 28 of the 50 United States. This system not only helps save time by the truck diver not having to wait in line, it also helps save fuel. According to PrePass, their system has saved well over $1 billion since it began in 1997.
Another new technology that could vastly improve the trucking industry is the development and soon-produced hybrid vehicles. Since diesel costs continue to rise, have an alternative source of fuel is something truck drivers are interested in. However, the newer technology won’t be here soon enough to keep some drivers from parking their rigs.
There are currently some environmentally friendly diesel engines, but the cost is such that drivers aren’t able to switch over to the new technology. Many drivers would like to purchase new rigs, but it’s not cost effective. Until the price of the new engines and trucks drops or the hybrid trucks hit the market it seems the trucking industry is at an impasse.
Other forms of technology are also being implemented in trucks. New anti-lock brakes and collision avoidance technology have greatly affected safety. The biggest changes seen in the trucking industry are not seen directly in the rig itself. Information technology has allowed better communication with drivers and with the trucks themselves. Real-time tracking information is now available.
Truck rigs have undergone technological updates, as well. They are now more ergonomic, the seats as well as the layout of the console, making it much more comfortable for a driver to spend countless hours on the road. The addition of global positioning systems (GPS) has also made the truck driver’s life easier.
Transportation is one industry that can’t be exported overseas for others to do. It also can’t be replaced by technology until someone invents a science fiction transporter system. Truck drivers are a vital part of the United States economy, and while there may be new technologies developed, it’s not likely truck driving as a whole will change.
Technology is great, and it can improve our lives, but it won’t solve all of our problems. Some of the recent technologies will be implemented in the future. New technologies can become more of a hindrance than a help. Is the trucking industry ready for new technology? For the most part, it seems the industry is ready, but the technology may not come soon enough.