1 / 24

Computer Degrees, Certifications, and Careers

Computer Degrees, Certifications, and Careers. Wytheville Community College. IST Instructors Keith Costello Marc Nester. Today’s Topics. WCC’s Computer Degrees Computer Certifications Computer Careers. WCC’s Computer Degrees. AAS in Information Systems Technology

peri
Download Presentation

Computer Degrees, Certifications, and Careers

An Image/Link below is provided (as is) to download presentation Download Policy: Content on the Website is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use and may not be sold / licensed / shared on other websites without getting consent from its author. Content is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use only. Download presentation by click this link. While downloading, if for some reason you are not able to download a presentation, the publisher may have deleted the file from their server. During download, if you can't get a presentation, the file might be deleted by the publisher.

E N D

Presentation Transcript

  1. Computer Degrees, Certifications, and Careers Wytheville Community College IST Instructors Keith Costello Marc Nester

  2. Today’s Topics • WCC’s Computer Degrees • Computer Certifications • Computer Careers

  3. WCC’s Computer Degrees • AAS in Information Systems Technology • AAS in Information Systems Technology with Network Specialization

  4. Courses in IST Degree • Computer Courses • Computer Concepts & MS Office Suite I and II • Webpage Design I and II • Database • Java Programming • C# Programming I • Operating Systems • Networking Fundamentals • PC Hardware and Troubleshooting

  5. Courses in IST Degree with Networking Specialization • Computer Courses • Computer Concepts and MS Office Suite I • Webpage Design I • Java Programming • C# Programming I • Database Management • PC Hardware and Troubleshooting/Operating Systems • Two CISCO Networking Courses

  6. Computer Certifications • “Education” provides you with your knowledge base • “Certification” proves your skill level

  7. Employers and Certifications A survey by Network World and SolarWinds of 700 federal and private sector IT professionals found that: 60 percent received a new job after receiving an IT certification 56 percent of respondents who completed a certification saw a salary increase or bonus

  8. Computer Certifications Preparation at Wytheville Community College • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) • CIW Web Foundation Associate • CIW Web Design Specialist • Microsoft Database Foundation (MTA) • Adobe Dreamweaver • Adobe Flash • A+ • Network+ • Cisco Certified Network Associate

  9. Computer Careers • Salaries range from $18,000 to $180,000 • Continued growth in field even during tough economic times • Workers can enter this field with many different levels of formal education

  10. Data Entry Clerk • Enters data into computers using keyboards and visual display devices • Manipulates, edits, and maintains data • Salary $18,990 - $39,800 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

  11. Computer Technician • Needs computer electronic concepts • Needs hardware and software knowledge • Needs troubleshooting skills • Needs people skills • Salary $28,300 - $76,970 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

  12. Help Desk Specialist • Needs technology knowledge • Needs problem-solving skills • Salary $28,300 - $76,970 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

  13. Web Developer • Specialized in HTML, JavaScript, Java, Perl, C++ and VB Script • Needs Multimedia knowledge (Photoshop and Flash) • Needs to appreciate client’s needs and have technologies meet client’s needs • Salary $43,190 – $119,940 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

  14. Computer Salesperson • Must be computer literate • Must have specific knowledge of computers he/she sells • Must have friendly, outgoing personality • Must be able to explain the computer features in a language the customer will understand • Salary $16,120 - $38,570 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

  15. Computer Instructor • In educational sector – teaches computer concepts or specific computer applications/programs • In business sector – teaches employees systems development, programming, and company software • Needs technology and people skills • Salary $40,000 - $75,000 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

  16. Network Specialist • Must have knowledge of LAN, WAN, and Internet • Installs, configures, and troubleshoots network systems • Needs problem-solving skills • Must be able to work independently • Salary $42,400 - $108,090 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

  17. Graphic Designer/Illustrator • Creates pictures for publications • Works in fashion, technology, medicine, animation, or cartoons • Salary $26,200 - $76,910 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

  18. System Analyst • Designs systems and to incorporate new technologies • Works with users to identify operating procedures and system objectives • Must be familiar with networking system concepts • Must have good communications skills • Salary $48,360 - $119,070 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

  19. Database Administrator • Creates, applies, supports, and administers policies and procedures for company’s database • Constructs logical and physical descriptions of database • Uses query languages for reports • Requires mental work and ability to focus on finite details • Salary $41,570 – 115,660 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

  20. Computer Occupations for the State of Virginia 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics • Annual median salary - $96,140 • Hospitals • School systems • Internet Service Providers • Job growth is projected to be faster than the average for all occupations • Job prospects should be good, especially for college graduates with relevant skills and experience

  21. Best IT Careers in 2012 Five of the best IT careers in 2012 from TopTenReviews.com Software engineer – 32% growth in the next ten years Telecommunication – 53% growth in the next ten years Systems Analyst Network Security Specialist Network Administrator – 23% growth in the next ten years

  22. IT Jobs are increasing • The data-processing, hosting, and related services industry, which is expected to grow by 53 percent, includes establishments that provide Web and application hosting and streaming services. • Healthcare and related establishments may see substantial growth in IT related jobs as these organizations look to improve their efficiency and patient care through the use of information systems and other networking technology. • 2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

  23. Why go to Wytheville Community College? • Dual-credit courses transfer to WCC • Accessible and Affordable – Financial Aid and other Scholarships are available • Small class size = personal attention • Personal IST Faculty Advisor

  24. Thank you! Wytheville Community College hopes to see you soon! Visit our website at: www.wcc.vccs.edu/ist Instructors email: kcostello@wcc.vccs.edu mnester@wcc.vccs.edu

More Related