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Graduates with computer technology bachelor's degrees were offered an average starting salary of $50,820 in 2005. |
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Technological advancements will boost the employment of computer-related workers through 2014. |
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Job prospects in technology-related fields should be best for college graduates who are up to date with the latest skills and technologies; certifications and practical experience are essential for persons without degrees. |
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| (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition, Computer Technology) |
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| Computer Technology in the Real and Virtual Worlds |
| by Robyn Tellefsen |
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If you know your SQL from your UML, your HTML from your XML, you may be in perfect position for a Computer Technology career in the real and virtual worlds. Computer Technology encompasses the application of information systems and technology to software development, systems integration, data management, and computer networks.
Where to start? Enroll in a computer technology program. The degree program in Information Technology/networking at the University of Phoenix, for instance, offers foundational knowledge of the major facets of networking technologies. In this computer technology program, you'll take part in realistic simulations to help you learn key networking concepts. You'll also receive the tools you need to help you earn Microsoft certifications.
With this kind of computer technology training, you'll learn to communicate effectively on all task levels, and you'll be knowledgeable about the values and terminology of the computer technology field. You'll be able to access information resources, evaluate them for credibility and relevance, and use the sources to present a range of alternatives.
Once you've completed your computer technology training, you'll be prepared for a computer technology career such as database administration or network systems and data communication analysis. Database administrators work with database management systems software and determine ways to organize and store data. Network systems and data communications analysts design, test, and evaluate systems such as local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), the Internet, intranets, and other data communications systems.
In 2004, database administrators held 104,000 jobs, network systems and data communication analysts held 231,000 jobs, and other computer specialists held 149,000 jobs, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Employment of computer technology professionals is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations as technology becomes more and more sophisticated. In fact, computer technology specialists are expected to be among the fastest growing occupations through 2014.
Computer technology careers can also be lucrative. In 2005, starting offers averaged $50,820 for graduates with computer technology degrees at the bachelor's level, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers. According to Robert Half International, a firm providing specialized staffing services, starting salaries that same year ranged from $67,750 to $95,500 for database administrators, and from $47,000 to $68,500 for LAN administrators.
Enroll in a computer technology program, and embrace the abundant career opportunities available -- in the real and virtual worlds.
About the author:
Robyn Tellefsen is a frequent contributor to The CollegeBound Network. Learn more about finding a school that's right for you.
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