 The obligations of computer hardware engineers are to research, design and test computer hardware. It is computer chips, circuit boards, computer systems and accessories. Also it includes keyboards, scanners, modems and printers. Moreover they direct the manufacture and installation of these products. This job resembles in some way electronics engineers. But except for the fact that computer hardware engineers specialize in computers and related equipment.
Skills
Very important factor for computer hardware engineers is to be logical and detail-oriented thinkers. They need to be also patient and persistence. Besides they should have the ability to work under pressure, ingenuity, creativity and imagination. They should be familiar with abstract concepts and technical analysis. Moreover they should be comfortable communicating with other team members and with users.
Education
Almost for all entry-level positions are required a bachelor's degree in engineering. Graduate degrees are the basis for any faculty positions. To familiarize themselves with new technologies or to broaden the education there are some researches and development programs. Also there are many graduates pursue degrees in engineering or business management. Students should investigate the curricula and accreditation of various programs as a whole. There are requirements for admission to undergraduate engineering programs. It includes mathematics, science, English and social studies. Also there are humanities, computer and information technology. Programs are designed only 4 years ago. And great number of students takes 4 to 5 years to complete their studies. As usual, new employees are mentored under the supervision of experienced employees. Sometimes they can enroll in on-the-job training.
Employment
Computer hardware engineers held about 74,000 jobs in 2002. In computer and electronic product manufacturing were employed 40%. In professional, scientific and technical services firms were employed 24%. The rest worked in telecommunications.
Opportunities 
The number of computer hardware engineers is expected to increase more slowly than the average between 2002 and 2012. It will happen due to intense foreign manufacturing competition, rising productivity. Also it will happen due to intense of increase utilization of foreign computer hardware engineering services. There will be the need to replace workers for job openings. That will be such workers who are promoted to managerial positions. As well as those who change careers or leave the labor forces. There will be competition that fierce for job openings.This is because of the increasing number of degrees that are granted in this field.
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