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Computers Are Your Future

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Computers Are Your Future Chapter 10

Computers Are Your Future

Chapter 10

Careers and Certification



What You Will Learn . . .

Traditional information technology (IT) career paths Computer science (CS) and computer information science (CIS) curricula in colleges and universitiesSettings in which most IT workers find employmentThe business skills IS managers want in new IT workersThe technical skills currently in high demandThe positive and negative aspects of certification



Traditional Information Technology (IT) Career Paths

Learn about computersStay abreast of job trends

stats.bls.gov

Bachelor’s degree is a prerequisite for the best jobs




Information technology (IT) professionalsWork with IT in all its various formsNeeded by both small and large companiesKeep up with fast-changing technology



Typical Job Titles and Responsibilities in a Corporate IS Department

Job TitleChief Information Officer (CIO)Director of Computer OperationsDirector of Network ServicesNetwork EngineerSystems Programmer/AdministratorClient/Server ManagerSystems AnalystProgrammer/AnalystProgrammer

ResponsibilitiesSenior-level management Defines the IS department’s mission, objectives, and budgetsMiddle-management positionEmphasizes overall system reliabilityMiddle-management positionEmphasizes overall network reliabilityInstalls, maintains, and supports computer networksInstalls, maintains, and supports the operating system

Installs, maintains, and supports client/server applications

Interacts with others to design information systemsDesigns, codes, and tests softwareWrites code according to specifications



Typical Job Titles and Responsibilities in a Software Development Firm

Job Title Responsibilities

Director of Research and Development

Senior-level management position in charge of all product development activities

Software Architect Computer scientists who are challenged to create new, cutting-edge technologies

Software Engineer Manages the details of software development projects

Systems Engineer Gives technical presentations and supports products on-site

Software Developer Develops new programs under the direction of the software architect

Customer SupportTechnician

Provides assistance to customers who need help with products



U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsFastest growing industries in US economy:

Software publishingComputer system designRelated computer services




OffshoringTransfer of jobs from workers in one country to workers in other countries

OutsourcingTransfer of labor from the firm to outside entities




Computer Science (CS)Computer Information Systems (CIS)Systems and Software EngineeringElectrical Engineering

Education for Traditional IT Careers



Computer Science (CS)Computer science uses the principles of science and engineering to improve computingTheory rather than the practical applications of computing is emphasizedTraining is technical and involves higher mathematics (calculus)



Computer Science (CS)

Training also involves:Programming languagesProgramming language structureAdvanced computer graphicsArtificial intelligenceRelational database design

Graduates find jobs in software development firms and information systems departments



Computer Information Systems (CIS)

Computer information system departments are usually located within business schoolsCIS focuses on the practical applications of computingThe skills needed by businesses are emphasized



Computer Information Systems (CIS)

Training involves:ProgrammingSystems analysisFinance and marketingCommunications skillsInterpersonal skills

Graduates find jobs in corporate information systems departments as well as software development companies



Systems EngineeringSystems engineering uses the scientific method to create and maintain systems in business and industrySystems engineering emphasizes looking at the whole picture Students learn project management skillsGraduates are in high demand in the areas of software development, system analysis, and program development



Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineering focuses on digital circuit design and communication technologiesJobs are in hardware development



Traditional Methods of Continuing Education

Training Seminars:Computer-relatedLast from one day to one weekPresented by hardware or software developers or companies specializing in training for new technology

Computer Magazines, Newspapers, and Journals:

Indispensable resources for IT professionalsEither cover the entire world of computer issues or are aimed at a specific part



Traditional Methods of Continuing Education

Conferences and ShowsAre a way of keeping in touch with the professionTrade shows – Annual meetings in which manufacturers, designers, and dealers showcase their products

Professional OrganizationsProvide a way for one to keep up with his/her area of interest



Professional Organizations

Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Association for Women in Computing (AWC) Association of Internet Professionals (AIP) Data Processing Management Association (DPMA) Network Professional Association (NPA)



New Information Technology (IT) Career Paths

New technologies and the nature of businesses are changing IT careersA four-year college degree is insufficient for some employersEmployees need skills in communication, business savvy, and technologyCorporate downsizing or mergers may affect IT careersIT workers must manage their own careers



Sought-After Business SkillsTeamwork – Ability of an individual to work effectively in a team environmentProject management – Ability to plan and manage a projectCommunication –Writing and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to give presentationsBusiness acumen – Some knowledge of business



Sought-After Technology Skills

Networking – Skills related to Ethernet, TCP/IP, and LAN administrationMicrosoft Windows XP – Integration of .NET Passport with Windows XPUNIX – Demand for system configuration, maintenance, networking, and programmingTCP/IP – Knowledge of Internet protocols



Sought-After Technology Skills

Oracle – Experience in working with Oracle database and client/server applicationsC++ – Language of choice for software developmentMicrosoft Visual Basic – Rapid application development and code reusability



New Jobs in Information Technology

Job Title Responsibilities

Network/Internet security specialist

Installs and maintains firewalls, antivirus software, and other security software

Interactive digital media specialist

Creates engaging presentations, including animation and video

Webmaster Designs and maintains a Web server and related database servers

Web application engineer

Designs, develops, tests, and documents new Web-based services for Web sites

Web specialist Creates high-quality content pages for Web sites



Certification is a skills and knowledge assessment organized by computer industry vendorsTo obtain a certificate you:

Take courses at a college, training center, or study on your ownTake a comprehensive examinationCertificate is issued when the exam is passed

Certificates need to be renewed periodicallySelected certification programs

Certification



Selected Certification Programs Certification Programs

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) + InternetMicrosoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD)Certified NetWare Engineer (CNE)Certified Java Programmer

Certified Java DeveloperA+Net+CISCO



Certification

Certification benefits:Enable employers to assess skills from a pool of applicantsEmployer may increase salary offers

Certification risks:Students focus on a specific vendor’s technologyVendor’s technology may become obsoleteHaving one skill isn’t enoughHiring people with narrow training may be risky for employers



Chapter 13 Summary

• Information technology (IT) careers require a four-year college degree in computer science (CS) or computer information systems (CIS)

• Training in computer science emphasizes the theoretical and cutting-edge aspects of computing

• Training in computer information systems emphasizes more practical aspects of computing in business settings

• IT workers find employment in corporate information systems (IS)

• IS managers look for IT workers with teamwork, projects management communication skills, and business savvy



Chapter 13 Summary(continued)

• High demand technical skills include networking, Windows XP, UNIX, C++, and Internet related technologies

• Certification provides a way of demonstrating your skills to an employer

• Certification can help ensure that an employee has the skills necessary to do the job

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