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

Computer Degrees, Certifications, and Careers

Wytheville Community College

IST InstructorsKeith Costello

Marc Nester

Today’s Topics

• WCC’s Computer Degrees

• Computer Certifications

• Computer Careers

WCC’s Computer Degrees

• AAS in Information Systems Technology

• AAS in Information Systems Technology with Network Specialization

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

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

Computer Certifications

• “Education” provides you with your knowledge base

• “Certification” proves your skill level

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

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

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

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

Computer Technician

• Needs computer electronic concepts• Needs hardware and software knowledge• Needs troubleshooting skills• Needs people skills• Salary $28,300 - $76,970


Help Desk Specialist

• Needs technology knowledge• Needs problem-solving skills• Salary $28,300 - $76,970


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


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


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


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


Graphic Designer/Illustrator

• Creates pictures for publications• Works in fashion, technology, medicine,

animation, or cartoons• Salary $26,200 - $76,910


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


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


Computer Occupations for the State of Virginia

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 experience2010 US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

Best IT Careers in 2012

Five of the best IT careers in 2012 from TopTenReviews.com

1. Software engineer – 32% growth in the next ten years2. Telecommunication – 53% growth in the next ten years3. Systems Analyst4. Network Security Specialist5. Network Administrator – 23% growth in the next ten

years

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.


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

Thank you!Wytheville Community College hopes to see you

soon!

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