ever since I was around 13/14 (seeing the cell processor) I've been interested in the role of designing computer chips. I'm really interested and fascinated about how they run to make software work. I enjoy creating interfaces for users. I specially want to get involved in designing the next Intel processor chip or designing the next hardware for a next gen console. Though considering these are 'top of the line jobs' I'm figuring I would never get there.
I have looked up computer engineering on UNSW site, but it saids physics is compulsory, and I never did physics at school. (although I did get a band 6 for SC science (91)) I read that I must take the PHYS1111 course (bridging course) and I think higher maths is evolved. dammit I wish I never listened to my school, they said that I would never need physics for computing.
I'm so confused as to which course to choose. Just last year up until now I've just gotten a feel with with software design in my HSC course. I don't want to be stuck at a computer 24/7 for my work. I want a balance, a bit of on screen work and a bit of physical hardware work. I've been leaning towards a B.I.T course all this time because I thought it was what I wanted to do, (i'm also ace at IPT and I.T, though I do find it boring at times -guess that's with any subject though). This is why I'm looking at COMP SCI as it seems flexible and not too demanding.
has anyone else been in this situation? please provide some help thanks.
after looking at some youtube vids I just don't know anymore, a lot of yt vids are really phoney and very old from the 90s which really turns me off.
example:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUU7tY_nq3g&feature=related
this guy looks like his up himself.
PS: I don't find robotics appealing to me.