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By: Salvador Bads CAREERS IN THE Encarnacion COMPUTER INDUSTRY

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The IT Department General Business and Government Organizations Hardware Field Software Field Service and Repair Sales Ed Education and d Training T Consulting Computer-related courses in College Computer graduates starting salary comparison
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Computer graduates starting salary comparison

College Graduates' Starting salary
$60,000.00 $50,000.00 $40,000.00 $30,000.00 $20,000.00 $10,000.00 $$

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Computer Discipline Differences

BSIT Practical & Application Oriented Business and management oriented Understand how to design and implement Information Systems Certificates Degrees g include: AA,AAS, AS, BS,MS PhD BSCS Theory Oriented BSCE Design Oriented Mathematics and Science Mathematics and Science oriented oriented Understand the fundamental nature of hardware and software Degrees include: BS,MS , PhD Understand fundamental nature of hardware and electronics Degrees include: BS,MS , PhD

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IT Department Jobs and Salaries in Management:

Job Title Chief Information /Technology Officer (CIO/CTO) E-commerce Director Function Directs the companys information service and communication functions Supervises the development and execution of Internet or e-commerce systems Installs, configures and maintains LANs, WANs. Resolves connectivity issues Oversees projects, selects teams, allocates resources, does system analysis & performance appraisals Degree Required BSIT Annual Salary Range ($) 133,000 to 295,000

BSIT

88,000 to 187,000

Network administrator

BSIT or BSEE

38,000 to 158,000

Project Leader/manager

BSIT

73,000 to 140,000

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IT Department Jobs and Salaries in System Development and Programming:

Job Title Computer games designer/program mer Computer scientist Function Designs computer games, develops the appropriate program Researches, invents, develops innovative solutions to complex software requirements Uses data modelling techniques and tools to analyze, tune and specify data usage in an application area Degree Required Annual Salary Range ($) BSCS or 49,000 to Software Engg 107,000 BSCS, MSCS or BS in Engg 55,000 to 144,000

Database analyst

BSIT or BSCS

30,000 to 131,000

Desktop or mobile Converts system design BSIT or its application into appropriate computer Associates programmer/devel language oper

41,000 to 120,000

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IT Department Jobs and Salaries in System Development and Programming:

Job Title Systems analyst Function Works closely with users to analyze their requirements designs & requirements, develops new systems Degree Required BSIT Annual Salary Range ($) 41,000 to 115,000

Systems programmer

Installs and maintains BSCS, BSIT operating system software and provides technical support to the programming staff Guides design, BSCS development, maintenance tasks, intermediary between programmer & management Creates system documentation and user materials

38,000 to 120,000

Technical lead

57,000 to 99,000

Technical Writer

BSIT or its 35,000 to Associates or 92,000 English majors

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IT Department Jobs and Salaries in System Technical Services

Job Title Webmaster/Web administrator Database Administrator Function Degree Required Annual Salary Range ($) 35,000 to 108,000 61,000 to 105,000 28,000 to 59,000 Oversees Website & its BSIT performance. Creates them Creates, maintains the data dictionary, monitors Dbase performance BSIT

Desktop Formats, combines text & publisher/compos graphics to produce itor publication-ready materials Digital Di i lf forensics i examiner Web Designer Collects C ll & analyzes l evidence found on networks and computers Develops graphical content using Photoshop, Flash, or multimedia tools

BS in Graphics Design or Communicatio ns BSCS

90,000 90 000 to 125,000 32,000 to 94,000

BSIT

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IT Department Jobs and Salaries in System Technical Services

Job Title Function Degree Required BSIT Annual Salary Range ($) 44,000 to 103,000 Quality assurance Reviews programs and specialist documentation to ensure they meet standards of the organization and the world market Storage Administrator Specialist Graphics designer/illustrat or

Installs, maintains , upgrades BSIT, BSCS storage systems Develops visual impressions of products for advertisements and marketing materials BS in Graphics Design or Communicatio ns

61,000 to 86,000 34,000 to 71,000

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IT Department Jobs and Salaries in Operations

Job Title Computer Operator Function Performs equipment related activities like running jobs, backups and restorations Installs, monitors and maintains internet/WAN connections Degree Required BSIT or its associates Annual Salary Range ($) 25,000 to 58,000

Data Communications analyst

BSIT, BSEE

36,000 to 113,000

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IT Department Jobs and Salaries in Training

Job Title Instructor Corporate trainer Helpdesk specialist Function Teaches IT skills Degree Required MSIT, MSCS, MSCE Annual Salary Range ($) 37,000 to 182,000 43,000 to 98,000 34,000 to 55,000

Teaches employees on how BSIT, BSCS to use computer resources Answers computer-related questions in person, over the telephone or chat room Associates in BSIT

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IT Department Jobs and Salaries in Security

Job Title Chief security officer(CSO) Security Specialists Network Security administrator Security Administrator Function Responsible for physical security both property and people Security of data and information in storage devices Configures routers, firewalls; specifies web protocols Degree Required BSIT, BSCS Annual Salary Range ($) 106,000 to 217,000 48,000 to 89,000 49,000 to 126,000

BSIT, BSCS

BS IT, BSCS

Administers network BSCS, BSIT security access, protects against unauthorized access

90,000 to 125,000

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The IT Department
The IT Department is responsible for :
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information requirements of the organization. for keeping computer operations and networks running smoothly. smoothly when and if the company requires hardware and software
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The IT Department
Six major areas for career opportunities in the IT Department 1 Management 1. M t 2. Systems development and Programming 3. Technical Services 4. Operations 5 Training 5. 6. Security

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The IT Department
Management directs the planning, research, development, evaluation and integration of technology 2. Systems Development and Programming analyzes, designs, develops and implements new information technology. Maintains and improves existing systems. 3. Technical Services evaluates and i integrates new technologies. h l i Administers the data resources of the organization. Supports the centralized computer operating system and servers
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The IT Department
Operations takes charge of the centralized computer equipment and administration of the network including g both data and voice communications 5. Training teaches employees on how to use the components of the information system and answers specific user questions. 6. Security y develops p and enforces policies p designed to safeguard the organizations data and information from unauthorized access.
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General Business and Government Organizations

Businesses and government organizations use computers in:
Preparing basic documents 2. Management of Finances 3. Smooth communication between the company employees, suppliers and customers 4. For public to access their facilities
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These computer usage requires personnel with computer knowhow.

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Hardware Field
Careers are available with companies that design, manufacture and produce devices like input, output, communications and networking devices. Jobs consists of: 1. Designing and fabricating chips 2. Testing g internal components p 3. Assembling computers and devices 4. Packing computers and peripherals 5. Not to forget their IT department
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Hardware Field
Computer manufacturers: 1. AMD 2. Cisco Systems 3. HP 4. Intel 5. Logitech g 6. Motorola 7. Qualcomm

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Apple Computer Dell IBM Lenovo Lucent technologies g Nokia Sun Microsystems

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Hardware Field
Computer manufacturers:

IBM is one of the larger companies with more than 386,000 employees and annual revenue of $98+ billion. Spawns start-up companies that take advantage of rapid changes in technology like wireless communications, networking, multimedia, fiber optics, recycling and green computing. They often offer incentives to fresh graduates to join their firms
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Software Field
Involves designing and developing software like OS, utility programs, business, graphics, multimedia, home, personal, educational and entertainment software. Also networking t ki software, ft software ft development d l t tools, t l Internet and Web page authoring software. Some specialize in a particular types, others like Microsoft, produce and sell many types of software Job titles consists of: 1. Project Leader or Project manager 2. Programmer or Developer 3. Technical Lead 4. Software Engineer 5. Computer Scientist
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Project Leader or Project manager analyzes software requirements, designs software solutions and oversees software ft development d l t Programmer or Developer writes and tests computer programs. The later refers to Web and Internet programmers. Technical Lead guides the design, development and maintenance tasks and is the interface between programmer and management. Software Engineer designs and develops software Computer Scientist uses their theoretical educational background to research, invent, develop innovative solutions to complex software requirements or problems
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Software Field
Leading Software Companies
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Adobe Systems BMC IBM McAfee Novell RealNetworks Sybase

8. Apple 9. Computer Associates 10. Intuit 11. Microsoft 12. Oracle 13. Red Hat 14. Symantec

The largest software company is Microsoft with 91,000 employees and annual revenue of $60 billion.
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Service and Repair

Provides preventive maintenance, component installation, and repair services. Typical job titles: 1. Service technician 2. Repair person 3. Repair Technician 4. Computer technician All of them perform the same responsibilities provided above Must possess a strong background in electronics.
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Service and Repair

Some companies like Dell and HP offer training for certification on behalf of certifying companies. p Hardware manufacturers include diagnostic software in their computers to assist technicians in their work.

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Sales
Computer salespeople must possess the ff:
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General understanding of computers and specific knowledge on product/s they are selling. Strong people skills like keen listening abilities and superior oral communication skills. Able to determine a buyers needs and match these to correct hardware and software. Has a thorough understanding of available products Able to discuss computers without using computer jargon.

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Sales
Some computer salesperson work directly for computer manufacturers and software developers but others work for resellers and retailers like: 1 1. B tB Best Buy 2. OfficeMax 3. Office Depot 4. Staples Retail stores are often entry level jobs of students in the Computer p Science fields Salespersons are paid based on volume sales and commission. More experienced salespersons are among the highly paid employees in the company.
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Education and Training

Computer educators and corporate trainees teach students and employees how to: 1. Use software 2. Design and develop systems 3. Write programs 4. Perform other computer-related activities 5. Computer ethics High demand for qualified instructors has led to a shortage because most of them have moved to private industry with the promise of higher pay.
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Consulting
An IT consultant draws upon his or her expertise in a specialized area of computers and provides computer services to clients. y Large L enterprises i often f hi hire teams of f consultants l to offer advice about technology-related concerns y Areas with high demand on Qualified consultants: 1. Computer selection 2. Information systems Design 3. Communications 4. Hardware and Software Configuration 5. Network design, installation 6. Web development
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ComputerComputer -related courses in College

Three broad disciplines in higher education provides the entry level to employees to the industry 1. Computer Information Systems(CIS) or Information Technology(IT) teaches t h technical t h i l knowledge and skills and focus on how to apply these skills. Some schools offer the course as Management Information Systems or Management Information Technology main difference is the ratio of business courses to computer courses which is greater in MIS or MIT. MIT 2. Computer Science(CS) stresses the theoretical side of programming and operating systems 3. Computer Engineering(CE) teaches how to design and develop the electronic components found in computers and peripheral devices 111 1st . Semester AY 2010-2011
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1. CIS or IT additional skills to possess 9 Excellent people skills 9 Keen understanding of business operations and organizational g behaviour 9 Ability to work in teams 9 Solid presentation skills Entry Level job titles for graduates are:
Desktop/mobile application programmer, Computer/mobile security specialist, Database analyst, E-commerce director, Graphic designer/illustrator, IT consultant, Network security administrator, Storage administrator/analyst, Systems analyst, Web software developer
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CS students are also required to take: 9 Higher level mathematics like Calculus and Physics E Entry-Level L lj job b titles: il Software Engineer Storage administrator/analyst Systems programmer Digital g forensics examiner IT consultant

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3. Computer Engineering(CE) Students are also required to take several higher level mathematics like Calculus, at least two semesters of Physics and several electrical engineering subjects. Entry level job titles: Software engineer Network security administrator Computer hardware designer New hardware tester It Consultant
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Methods to be updated on Industry trends and technologies

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Join professional organizations and personal networks (influential organizations = ACM, AITP) Seek professional growth and continuing educational activities(many organizations offer CBT or WBT; trade shows =CES, Consumer Electronics Show) Read Industry Publications and their Websites regularly(Computerworld, l l (C t ld I InfoWorld, f W ld PC Magazine, M i PC World) Avail of CERTIFICATIONS
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Certification Programs
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Certification
A process of verifying the technical knowledge of an individual who has demonstrated competence in a particular area. y Demonstrates the mastery of a skill set and knowledge base in a specific IT area. y Benefits Derived 1. Enhanced Employment Opportunity 2. Credibility among peers, Personal achievement 3. Salary increase
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Factors to consider in selecting a Certification

Expenses involved to obtain certification y Time involved y Renewal requirements y Employment projections Certifications sought by job listing Evaluations of certification y Personal Interests
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Application Software Certifications

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For teachers, sales representatives, corporate trainers, desktop publishers/illustrators, graphic designers/illustrators, help desk specialists, office managers/workers
Expertise/Skills tested skills in MS Office 2007 and Windows Vista

Certification MCAS=Microsoft Certified Application Specialist

MCAP=Microsoft Certified Advanced skills in MS Office 2007 in industry Application Professional applications like budget, presentations & collaboration MCDST=Microsoft Desktop Support Technician Ad b Certified Adobe C tifi d A Associate i t Adobe Certified Expert Adobe Certified Instructor IBM Certified Professional for Lotus Software Skills on solving problems with prgs. that run on Windows & its OS. Expertise E ti on variety i t of f Ad Adobe b software ft lik like Fl Flash h and d Dreamweaver Expertise on Adobe software usage Ability to provide instruction on Adobe Software Knowledge on Lotus programs
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Operating System Certifications

Certification MCTS=Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (CLP) Novell N ll C Certified ifi d Linux Professional Technical Expertise/Skills tested Expertise in specialized area like Windows, Windows Mobile, Embedded CE and .NET environments Expertise E i i in i installing, lli managing, i troubleshooting bl h i the h LINUX OS

(RHCE)=Red Hat Certified Skills of setting up, administering network services & Engineer security admin of LINUX OS (RHCT)=Red Hat Certified Basic knowledge of setting up and managing LINUX OS Technician (SCSA)=Sun Certified System Administrator IBM Certified Specialist Knowledge on administering the SOLARIS OS Knowledge of AIX OS and network security

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Programmer/developer Certifications
Certification Technical Expertise/Skills tested CSDA=Certified Software Development Associate CSDP=Certified Software Development Professional IBM Certified Solution Developer Basic knowledge of software development process and tools by IEEE Computer Society Advanced knowledge of software development process and tools Knowledge of developing XML applications and Web Services

MCPD=Microsoft Certified Knowledge of developing Windows-based applications in Professional Developer Visual Studio suite and .NET framework SCEA=Sun Certified Enterprise Architect SCJD=Sun Certified java Developer SCJP=Sun Certified Java Programmer SCMAD=Sun Certified Mobile Application Developer Knowledge on creating and maintaining J2EE applications Advanced Knowledge of Java programming language Knowledge of java programming language Knowledge of using java to create applications for mobile devices like smart phones
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Bibliography
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Peter Nortons Introduction to Computers 6th edition www.mhhe.com/peternorton Discovering Computers 2010 Living in a Digital World Shelly Cashman Series visit www.scite.com/dc2010
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Bibliography
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Peter Nortons Introduction to Computers 6th edition Discovering Computers 2010 Living in a Digital World Shelly Cashman Series visit www.scite.com/dc2010

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Midterm Quiz:
August 12, 2011 Friday y Bring 4 (stapled) short bond papers. papers y Topics:
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System Unit Careers in the Computer Industry

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