Today computers are used in almost every part of our lives; in car engines, microwave ovens, video games, watches, telephones, desktops, at home and work, mainframe computers in government and industry, and supercomputers pushing out the frontiers of science and technology. The computer industry is one of the fastest growing segments of our economy and that growth promises to continue well into the new century.
To maintain a Competitive edge, one must continue to make creative scientific and engineering advances in order to produce the best possible weapon and information systems. More than ever, there is a demand for professionals with the scientific and technical training necessary to perform effectively on the job.