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      COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY



      The Occupations

      Computer Network Support Specialist, Computer User Support Specialists, Database Administrators, Software Developers, Applications, Web Developers

      About The Occupations

      Computers have become essential to all phases of modern life including traditional areas of business and science, as well as applications in entertainment and personal life. The most crucial element of any computer system is the person operating it. The computer field includes an ever-growing array of occupations. Three important jobs are programmers, microcomputer support specialists, and information technology specialists.

      Computer programmers convert project specifications from end-users and statements of problems and procedures to detailed, logical flow charts for coding into computer language. They develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data and information.

      Computer support specialists provide technical assistance and training to computer systems users. They investigate and resolve computer software and hardware problems of users. They answer client inquiries in person, and by telephone, and by e-mail concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, word processing, programming languages, electronic mail, and operating systems.

      Information technology specialists are proficient with application software commonly used in the workplace. This includes word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software and operating systems. Information technology specialists support the day-to-day operation of typical business activity in numerous fields.

       

      WORK ENVIRONMENT  
      Employers
      • Advertising services
      • Health services and professions
      • Educational institutions
      • Financial institutions
      • Governmental entities
      • Manufacturing businesses
      • Data processing and information services
      • Public utilities
      • Wholesale and retail enterprises
      Typical Schedule
      • 40-hour work week normal
      • Occasional overtime
      • Shift and part-time work possible
      • Telecommuting is becoming more common for some computer professionals, including programmers and specialists
      Tools and Equipment
      • Computers and related equipment
      • Technical manuals
      • Computer reports and graphs
      WORKER PORTRAIT  
      Skills and Aptitudes
      • Works well independently and with others
      • Concentration and the ability to think logically
      • Tenacity and patience
      • Ability to attend to exacting analytical detail
      • Works well under pressure
      • Ingenuity and imagination in problem solving
      • Ability to communicate with non-technical personnel
      • Ability to work with abstract concepts and do technical analysis
      Interests
      • Lifelong learning
      • Enjoys problem-solving
      • Embraces technical advancements
      OUTLOOK OCCUPATION
      Stable Information Tech Specialist
      Excellent Computer Programmer
      Excellent Computer Support Specialist
      POSITION SALARY (PER YEAR)
      Computer Network Support Specialists $29,400-$85,800
      Computer User Support Specialists $27,400-$85,800
      Database Administrators $40,800-$114,000
      Software Developers, Applications $55,900-$133,800
      Web Developers $46,000-$124,800

       

      (Note: Individual earnings may vary based upon the job setting and position.)

      Sources: America’s Career InfoNet: www.acinet.org

       

       

      CONCENTRATION OPTIONS DEGREE / CERTIFICATE TYPE DEGREE PLANS
      Computer Information Technology - Business Emphasis Associate of Science View Degree Plan
      Computer Information Technology - Engineering & Scientific Emphasis Associate of Science View Degree Plan
      Computer Information Technology - Cloud Computing Associate in Applied Science View Degree Plan
      Computer Information Technology - Cybersecurity Associate in Applied Science View Degree Plan
      Computer Information Technology - Network Systems Associate in Applied Science View Degree Plan
      Computer Information Technology - Programmer/Software Developer Associate in Applied Science View Degree Plan
      Computer Information Technology - Cloud Virtualization Certificate View Degree Plan
      Computer Information Technology - Cybersecurity Certificate View Degree Plan
      Computer Information Technology - Newtwork Systems Certificate View Degree Plan
      Computer Information Technology - Software Development Certificate View Degree Plan
      Computer Information Technology - Web Design Certificate View Degree Plan
      Computer Information Technology - Web Developer Certificate View Degree Plan

       

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