STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
Every generation has its own dimension. In the ages of Apes, man’s primary motive was to feed himself and so, he learned the means of hunting; In the Stone Age he learned means, which made his work easier and he invented tools in this pursuit; In the Iron Age he discovered technologies, he started manufacturing and later established business. This development saga of the man continued, always re-inventing him. Information is the dimension of the present age. How fast, how efficient and how effective your information is, decides the existence of a firm, a company, an organization and also an individual. Man, always is identified as an embodiment of knowledge; be it technical, academic or philosophical. I want to quench my thirst in this very knowledge, in the field of COMPUTERSCIENCE, by pursuing graduate study. I want to extend my knowledge in this field and increase applicability in the real time world. Back to those days of my childhood, when the development of computer and internet access were in the budding stages; I had been to a government office, where keeping track of a record of my application was tedious and time consuming; As a child this long waiting irked me, because I felt it was minimal work which could be done in less than few minutes. But to my surprise, I found myself waiting for hours to get that work done. After a couple of years, I have been to a shopping mall with my mom, where the billing was done using a computer. Then I felt
As technology becomes an increasingly vital part of everyone’s lives, people become more impatient, and less in tune with what is going on. One mom-friend now orders her groceries online, gets the shopping done for her by some employee, and simply pulls up beside the grocery store to get the groceries delivered into the trunk of her car. She is consumed in technology and it is teaching her to be impatient, as she will not even tolerate shopping for her own groceries or standing in the checkout
We have now entered the Information Age.(6) The dominant technology of this age is the computer. This technology has also produced specializations. There are those who design and build them, those who program them and those whose function is to use
Time is starting to mark a new era in the technological progress and advances have transformed the face of Earth. Throughout time, mankind has evolved in many different aspects. From sticks and stones to the moon and back, mankind finds everyday new technological advances to make our day by day easier and more comfortable. After the Industrial Revolution on the XIX century, the growth of technological advance marked greatest changes in society.Hardwares, browsers, internet are just a few examples of what changed throughout the years. First, human jobs were substituted by machines and with that, humans had more free time to explore other ways of knowing.
In the modern day, it’s easy to see man’s need for technology. The need to surpass previous limits is what drives society today in such a technologically advanced world. Although we continuously push for newer, faster, more powerful computers and components, we barely stop and think about how society in turn affects its development.
As we live in the 21st century, development of science and technology grow very quickly. As far as I have known the field of computer application continuously expanding, and the rapid development of science and technology. It has become necessary in various areas of the goods. Perhaps in the near future, we carry the computers, cell phones and other digital products is not the way with the hands in pocket. Lohr claims that computer science is “young
Ever since the Industrial Revolution man has become more and more dependent on technology. The advancements in technology during the industrial revolution that started in the 1760’s in England transformed the economy of Europe from an agrarian, handicraft economy to an economy dominated by industry and machine manufacturing (Encyclopedia Brittanica, 2015). In the Microprocessor Revolution of the second half of the twentieth century, the microprocessor was created and since then businesses around the world have become more and more dependent in the use of computers for their daily operations (Mack, 2005). Such change brought on by the use of technology has influenced nearly everything we do in our daily lives. The world’s economy has changed
Choosing to learn software engineering was fortuitous for me when I had to select a profession several years ago. As I studied software engineering more deeply, I began to realize technologies related not only are very interesting but also have permeated into many fields. After experiencing undergraduate education for four years and graduate education for less than one year, I am extremely desperate for an occasion to further improve my cognition and practical ability in computing science. Your prestigious program is absolutely an excellent platform to make my dream come true.
Outside of the classroom and the office, technology is still omnipresent. The internet, like most advancements and perhaps the best known example of modern technology, began at a military level (“Information Technology” 2) and wound up eventually landing in the laps of businesses and the common person. With this, the normal way of conducting business changed dramatically. Instead of physically exchanging money, it is now possible to use a website like PayPal to make transactions (Friedman 84). This transaction can occur from a computer, smart-phone, or some other electronic device, possible because an extraordinary amount of people, especially young adults, now carry them around constantly (Champy 1). It may have been inevitable, but it is still staggering to see how much these advancing technologies has become commonplace.
I remember as a kid, I used play with toys like remote control cars, dog which jumps on clapping etc. Every time I play with these toys, I wondered how these things work. My dad who is an automobile Engineer used to dismantle, repair and refit parts of the car in garage. Looking at him I used to rip away the parts of toys with the curiousness to know how things really work and try to put them back.
The field of IT is progressing fast, and it is an important job in serving the technological needs of society. Humans are dependent on technology because it helps accomplish things that could otherwise not be done. It is always present in everyday life, and IT professionals are necessary to support the technology that everyone relies on. People go to IT professionals to fix their computers, create programs and apps, and maintain network connections. Without people who are skilled in this field, there is no doubt that computers and other technologies would be a struggle to use. If there is a lack of knowledge with how IT systems work, then it could affect society negatively because the world is driven by technological connections. It is an important field of study for colleges to offer, because information technology helps advance society. Technology has evolved for hundreds of years, and has always had a role in changing human lives. In the article, “Evolving Information Technology: Opportunities and Challenges,” author Ayub Shirandula says, “The effects of technology change are felt by all human beings. Every day people are reminded that they are living in the information age” (6002). Society has a dependence
It is universally agreeable that with the advent of Computer technology, every ambitious and enthusiastic individual is really obsessed with the idea of doing computer science at graduate level because it seems to have created a zeal and enthusiasm in the hearts of youth, particularly those who aspire to be marked as high achievers. I, for one, seem to have been enchanted by these computer applications as they have made the world smaller, speaking in terms of globalization. I have no hesitation to add that core computerization alone is the suitable answer to all the areas unexploited and to the areas waiting for development. It has always been a fascination for me about how computers work, how these applications are designed and what can be the newer ways to explore the world of computers to make our world better. This interest became a passion for me when I was exposed to computer science basics, during my middle school. Pursuing computer science engineering at undergraduate level, further propelled my passion for computer science along with providing me a deeper insight and in-depth understanding of the subject. After completing my under graduation in Computer Science, I am willing to expedite my research interest and a masters degree seemed the most appropriate choice for realizing my aspirations.
A computer and information research scientist’s job is to research the current state of computers and to find new ways of innovating the technology. This field has interested me since I was a kid; I had this magical box that could do anything with the double-click of a mouse. It has amazed me ever since the first time I used one. We all use computers on a daily basis, believe they are amazing, and yet barely any of us know how it really works. I have an intrinsic motive to learn as much as possible about computers and how they work because one day I want to make my own operating system. This career requires an
Robert A. Heinlein once said, “One man’s magic is another man’s engineering.”With saying I would like to be open about myself as to why I wish to pursue electronic and computer engineering at HKUST.Being one of the world’s best places to pursue engineering for undergraduate and I am very excited by the core curriculum. I would love a practical and research oriented course with equal theoretical knowledge. I am expecting classes to be different from how they are back home.HKUST has always been my dream college.Moreover, many seniors have suggested me to apply to HKUST.Studying at HKUST is not only about the education you get there, it’s a family in which I want to become a part.
Want a career field where jobs are always in demand? The need for those with computer science skills isn’t just limited to computer science jobs; it spreads across many different career fields. Computers are prevalent in almost every industry including, but not limited to: healthcare, retail, construction and financial services. They are everywhere: in homes, businesses, cars, and almost every person’s hand that is walking down the street. Every day the use of technology and computers is growing rapidly and so is the need for new and innovative minds to further the computing growth in all industries.
Although I have changed my mind numerous times throughout growing up on what I wanted to be when I was older, I have recently made the final decision- a software engineer. I am currently attending school for a degree in Computer Science, as well as preparing for an internship at Blizzard Entertainment in Irvine California. Since I will have a considerable amount of less experience than the other interns, I will really have to prove myself and show that I am cut out for the Blizzard team. My long-term goal is to finish my degree, go on to a university, continue to apply and go to the internships at Blizzard, and eventually become part of the Blizzard team. Interpersonal communication is even more of a skill I must conquer, not only because I must prove that I am competent in computer science, despite the short amount of time I have been in school, but also because communication skills, in general, are vital in this field.