Oh what tomorrow will bring The today and future of jobs in technology by Jason Medico CS-1030-010-F12 K. Goulding

Opportunities are limitless Computer and Information System management Computer Scientist Computer Programmer Computer Systems Analyst Database administrator Software Engineer

Computer and Information Systems Management They require a minimum of a bachelors degree in Computer Science. MBAs are preferred with an emphasis in information systems. They can either work for a company directly or they can consult They work with a companies executives to discuss goals in the area of IT for that company They create and implement plans to achieve the goals and make recommendations for company technology. They oversee the development and implementation of technology within the company and ensure that the systems run properly They are quick thinkers and heavily relied upon to solve technological problems.

Computer Scientist Usually they have a PhD in computer Sciences They work for all kinds of companies, such as government, airlines, corporations, and sometimes they are entrepreneurs. They invent new technology, or they find new ways to implement existing technology. They do heavy amounts of research

Computer Programmer They usually have a bachelors in Computer Science with an emphasis on programming Create, test, and modify code They work with developers to write specific software Are able to develop software that stores data, calculates, renders images, interacts etc. They are fluent in multiple programming languages (i.e. C++, C#, Java, etc) They are literally on the cutting edge of technology

Computer Systems Analyst They typically have a minimum of a Bachelor’s in CS. A lot of employers with specialty services will require an advanced Masters degree They work with companies to optimize networks and systems software They consult with management on better ways to utilize existing technology They plan and implement new software and technology They network different computer systems They test, troubleshoot, and debug existing systems

Database Administrator They usually require a Bachelor’s degree in CS They are charged with handling stored information on databases They are responsible for coming up with different ways to access, store, network, and analyze data within a database. They deal with data migration and integration They are responsible for ensuring the security of company information and work with network administrators to ensure the safety and security of company information and programs.

Software Engineer They usually require a Bachelor’s degree They deal more with the design of applications, video game software, network systems software, operating systems software They work within existing hardware limitations to ensure optimal application efficiency They have a firm understanding of multiple computer languages and can program in many of them They understand network systems and how they integrate with applications They are expected to maintain understanding of current technology software and information. (i.e. certifications etc)

I’ve heard rumors CS is a lot of work for not a whole lot of pay The market is flooded and I’ll never find a job With all this technology already what kind of future is there? Folks, nothing could be further from the truth!

Show me the money! Here is what the U.S. Dept. of Labor Services has to say on the subject. Quick Facts: Computer and Information Systems Managers2010 Median Pay$115,780 per year $55.67 per hour Quick Facts: Computer and Information Research Scientists2010 Median Pay$100,660 per year $48.39 per hour Quick Facts: Computer Programmers2010 Median Pay$71,380 per year 34.32 per hour Quick Facts: Computer Systems Analysts2010 Median Pay$77,740 per year $37.38 per hour Quick Facts: Network and Computer Systems Administrators2010 Median Pay$69,160 per year 33.25 per hour Quick Facts: Software Developers2010 Median Pay$90,530 per year 43.52 per hour

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Credits United States Department of Labor http://www.dol.gov/ Online Education Database http://oedb.org/fast-track-careers-computer-science CNN Money http://money.cnn.com/