The document discusses the nature of computer engineering as involving both hardware and software design to meet technological needs. It compares computer engineering to electrical engineering and computer science, noting differences in their focus on hardware versus software. The document also outlines characteristics of computer engineers as designers, mathematicians, and professionals and discusses the importance of professionalism through core characteristics like competence, integrity, and confidence.

1. Chapter 1
INTRODUCTION TO
CPE LAWS AND
PROFESSIONAL
PRACTICE
Presented by:
Engr. Romano A. Gabrillo
Assistant Professor

2. What’s in Computer Engineering?
Nature of the Field Study
• According to CHED’s Memorandum Order No. 8 – Series of 2017, Bachelor of
Science in Computer Engineering is a program that embodies the science and
technology of design, development, implementation, maintenance, and
integration of software and hardware components in modern computing systems
and computer- controlled equipment.
• To simplify, the goal of computer engineers is to match the proper hardware and
software to meet the technological, scientific, and administrative needs of
businesses and industries through the integration of electrical engineering and
computer science practices.

3. Differences and Comparisons between
Computer Engineering, Electrical
Engineering, and Computer Science
As computers are built out of
electronic circuits, computer and
electrical engineering will be closely
related.
As to why computer engineering and
computer science are typically in two
different departments can be
attributed to opinions held by some
that the disciplines are broad enough
to separate them somewhere.

4. In Hardware
• Computer engineers build
hardware while computer scientists
generally do not. However,
computer scientists certainly know
enough about hardware to analyze
computer system operations and
to interact with hardware
engineers.

5. In Software
• Computer scientists know more about
the underlying theory of computation,
programming languages, and operating
systems. While computer engineers
often work as programmers that usually
write the programs for computer- based
systems.

6. Characteristics
of a Computer
Engineer
While the distinctions between
computer engineers, electrical
engineers, and other computer
and engineering professionals
are sometimes ambiguous,
computer engineers generally
should satisfy these three (3)
characteristics:
• Designer
• Mathematician
• Professional

7. Designer
• 1. Possess the ability to design computers, computer-based systems,
and networks that include both hardware and software to solve complex
engineering problems, subject to trade-offs involving a set of competing
goals and constraints.

8. Mathematician
• 2. Have a depth of
knowledge in
mathematics and
engineering sciences,
associated with the
broader scope of
engineering and beyond
that narrowly required for
the field.

9. Professional
• 3. Acquire and maintain a preparation
for professional practice in engineering.
• Because of the rapid pace of change in the
computing field, computer engineers must
be life-long learners to maintain their
knowledge and skills within their chosen
discipline.

10. Overview of What Computer
Engineers Do
• Computer engineers work in a variety of roles, focused on developing,
deploying, and maintaining computer systems, networks, and
infrastructure. Computer engineer duties include:
• Researching software and computer hardware;
• Designing and testing computer hardware components, such as
processors, circuit boards, memory devices, and routers;
• Writing and testing software for mobile devices and computers;

11. Designing, setting up, and testing networks;
Designing
Managing operating systems;
Managing
Designing and testing robots; and
Designing
and testing
Creating programs to support a range of products, from
aircraft components to surgical technology.
Creating

12. Professionalism
• Professionalism is demonstrated by more than just
qualifications, knowledge, and skills. It also requires
integrity, ethics, and trust. Demonstrating and
maintaining a high level of professionalism in your
conduct and values will create stronger relationships
with clients, and employers, as well as the team you
work with, the people you do business with, and the
public who will use, or benefit from, the products of
your work.

13. Core Characteristics of
Professionalism
The essence of professionalism
is not just the job to be done,
but it is how the job is done. It is
having a set of values,
behaviors, and wider
responsibilities in how you apply
your specialist knowledge and
skills.
Here are the eight (8)
characteristics true
professionals possess in the
workplace:

14. 1. Competence
As a professional who gets the job done – and
done well. The abilities match the requirements
of the role and often produce results that exceed
expectations.
But never rely on simply for the sake of
appearances. Instead, professionalism
allows you to manage your own and
others' expectations and to ask for
support when necessary.

15. 2. Knowledge
Professionalism involves
developing detailed, up-to-date
knowledge, which is often highly
specialized. Professionals can
strive to master a specific role by
adding new knowledge at every
stage of their careers.
It is also important to put the
knowledge into action. Being
professional means feeling
confident to show that knowledge
– not for self-promotion, but to
help yourself and others to
succeed.

16. 3. Respect Professionalism means being
a role model for politeness
and good manners – to
everyone, not just to people
to impress.
To show true respect for
other people, take their
needs into account, and by
helping to uphold their rights.

17. 4. Emotional Intelligence
Staying professional even under pressure is a sign of a
true professional. This takes strategies for managing
emotions and a clear awareness of other people's feelings.
In short, emotional intelligence is essential.
Sometimes, professionalism means keeping emotions in
check. But at other times, it is important to express your
feelings to have meaningful conversations or to stand up
for what you believe in.

18. 5. Integrity
Integrity is bound up with being honest – to yourself
and to the people you meet. Beliefs and behaviors
are aligned, and everyone can see the genuineness.
Integrity is what keeps professional people true to
their word. It also stops them from compromising
their values, even if that means taking a harder road.

19. 6. Appropriateness
A big part of being professional
is knowing what is appropriate
in different situations as it
avoids awkwardness or upset,
boosts credibility, and helps to
feel secure in your role.
Appropriateness relates to
outward appearances, such as
dress, personal grooming, and
body language, but it also
covers the way you speak and
write, the topics you choose to
discuss, and how you behave
with others.

20. 7. Conscientiousness
Professionalism involves being reliable,
setting own high standards, and showing
care about every aspect of the job. It is
about being industrious and organized, and
holding yourself accountable for your
thoughts, words, and actions.
But don't confuse conscientiousness with
working longer hours than everyone else or
obsessing about details. True professionals
plan and prioritize their work to keep it
under control, and they don't let
perfectionism hold them back.

21. 8. Confidence
• Well-founded confidence reassures and motivates
other people, boosting the ability to influence and
lead. It also pushes you to take on new challenges
because the fear of damaging your professional
reputation if things go wrong is non-existent.
• Professionalism makes you confident about what
you’re doing now but always eager to do it better
and achieve more.

22. End of Chapter 1
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• Chapter 1
• Activity 1
• Assignment 1

23. Activity 1 (To be submitted at the end of the class)
Direction: Analyze the provided work scenario and identify the
core characteristics that were applied and overlooked in the
process.
• Scenario:
• Jazz is a fresh graduate of Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from a popular
school in their country. He managed to land a job that entails designing and testing computer
hardware components. He researched well and reviewed available texts he could read from
his school before doing the first task assigned to him to impress his boss and co-workers.
• He finished the job in under a week which surprised many of his co-workers as it would take
them at least two weeks to finish. They asked him how he did it quickly, but Jazz refused to
share details as he thought that it might lose his “advantage” over them.
• At the end of the day, his boss checked his work and called him for the result. It turns out that
his process was correct, but his details were incomplete. The boss told him to ask his co-
workers for guidance. He was ashamed to get back to his co-workers, but he still faked a smile
and continued doing his work.

24. Instruction:
Put a checkmark (✓) if the core characteristic is applied or
rejected. Identify the sentence that highlights the application or
rejection of the core characteristic.

25. Assignment 1 (To be submitted next meeting)
Direction: Answer each of the following questions in at
least five (5) sentences.
• 1. Select one characteristic of computer engineers and justify their
significance given the nature of their field study.
• 2. Choose three (3) core characteristics of professionalism that would
best benefit you based on your tasks and responsibilities as a computer
engineering student. Elaborate on your answer.
• 3. How will you practice those characteristics when faced with bigger
challenges on your computer engineering journey?