Computer Science Engineering deals with the design and development of computer components, whereas, Information Technology is the branch of engineering that deals with the application of computers in businesses.
CSE stands for
Most of us have this question of what is CSE. The word CSE stands for “Computer Science Engineering” and one shouldn’t get confused with Computer Engineering which comes under the Diploma course. CSE includes the domain under technologies such as Software Development, Microprocessors, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and so on.
Computer engineering programs tend to resemble computer science at the lower division with similar introductory programming and math courses but diverge from computer science at the upper-division with heavy electrical engineering requirements such as digital and analog circuits, integrated circuit design, VLSI design, and control systems. Computer Science and Engineering integrates all of the above and is intended to develop a solid understanding of the entire machine including computer hardware and software.
IT stands for
The word IT stands for “Information Technology” also as Information science and Engineering in colleges which provides a B.E. degree and there is an observed difference between both the branches.
IT plays a major role in the field of communication, Inventory management, Data management, Management information systems, and customer relationship management. It concentrates on the study of utilizing computers and telecommunications in order to control, gather, store and circulate information.
Difference between CSE and IT – Course
Let’s discuss the difference between CSE and IT in terms of course and syllabus
CSE: the student’s study designing, implementation, and management of information systems of both software and hardware processes.
IT: the students study the area which involves installation, development, and implementation of computer systems and applications.
Here are a few job roles for CSE:
- Software Developers
- Testing Engineer
- Project Manager-IT Software
- System Analyst
- Technical Support Engineer
- IT Technical Content Developer
Here are a few job roles for IT:
- Software Developer
- Testing Engineer
- IT Coordinator
- System Analyst
- Applications Developer
- IT Technical Content Developer
Here is a general comparison in terms of the salary between CSE and IT graduates.
| Job | Average Salary |
| Software Engineer | Rs 444,004 |
| Senior Software Engineer | Rs 722,545 |
| Software Developer | Rs 396,437 |
| Associate Software Engineer | Rs 323,130 |
| Systems Engineer, IT | Rs 347,455 |
| Sr. Software Engineer Developer / Programmer | Rs 636,759 |
| Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer | Rs 448,616 |
| Job Category | Experience | Average Annual Salaries |
Principal Software Engineer | 1-4 years | INR 4,87,000 – INR 16,00,000 |
| 5-9 years | INR 6,10,231 – INR 17,55,970 | |
| 10-19 years | INR 10,18,224 – INR 29,96,666 | |
Associate Software Engineer | Less than a year | INR 1,82,746 – INR 3,84,722 |
| 1-4 years | INR 1,75,083 – INR 548,532 | |
| 5-9 years | INR 4,01,345 – INR 948,799 | |
| 10-19 years | INR 6,10,419 – INR 1,220,838 | |
Software Engineer/Programmer/Developer | Less than a year | INR 1,06,523 – INR405,470 |
| 1-4 years | INR 1,64,279 – INR 5,52,803 | |
| 5-9 years | INR 2,71,240 – INR 10,13,674 | |
| 10-19 years | INR 4,80,000 – INR 20,00,000 | |
Software Engineer/Programmer/Developer | Less than a year | INR 2,76,950 – INR 3,20,470 |
| 1-4 years | INR 3,21,904 – INR 7,50,387 | |
| 5-9 years | INR 4,47,539 – INR 10,72,805 | |
| 10-19 years | INR 4,89,559 – INR 24,26,171 |
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