Career Opportunities in Computers and Cyberspace

by Henderson, Harry

• ISBN13: 9780816050956
• ISBN10: 0816050953
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-03-01
• Publisher: Checkmark Books

Summary

Career Opportunities in Computers and Cyberspace is the most comprehensive and up-to-date guide in this challenging and diverse field. In it you'll find indispensable and realistic information on more than 80 specific jobs.
For each position detailed, you'll find a Career Profile presenting an overview of the salient features of the job (duties, alternate titles, salary range, employment and advancement prospects, and prerequisites); a Career Ladder illustrating frequent routes to and from the position described; and a comprehensive text pointing out special skills, education, training, and various associations relevant to each job. Each entry offers a special Cross-Training chart to locate other jobs in your area of interest.

Author Biography

Harry Henderson, an educational and technical editor and writer, has worked in the computer industry for more than 20 years

Table of Contents

Foreword: Challenge and Opportunity	p. vii
Introduction: Jobs in Information Technology	p. ix
How to Use This Book	p. xi
Programming and Software Development
Programmer, Entry-Level	p. 2
Software Engineer	p. 5
User Interface Designer	p. 7
Database Analyst	p. 10
Data Miner	p. 12
Systems Programmer	p. 15
Scientific or Engineering Programmer	p. 17
Bioinformatics Specialist	p. 19
Artificial Intelligence Programmer	p. 22
Systems Analyst	p. 25
Systems Consultant	p. 28
Project Manager, Software Development	p. 30
Information Systems Operation and Management
Computer Operator	p. 34
Quality Assurance Specialist	p. 36
Auditor, Electronic Data Processing	p. 38
Tape Librarian/Archivist	p. 40
Systems Administrator	p. 42
Database Administrator	p. 45
Computer Security Specialist	p. 47
Manager, Information Systems	p. 49
Director, Information Systems	p. 51
Chief Information Officer	p. 53
Training and Support
Technical Support Representative	p. 56
Manager, Technical Support	p. 59
Service Technician	p. 61
Trainer, Software Applications	p. 63
Training Center Owner or Manager	p. 65
Recruiter or Agent, Technical	p. 67
Technical Writer	p. 70
Technical Editor	p. 73
General Networking
Network Control Operator	p. 76
Network Analyst	p. 78
Network Administrator	p. 81
Telecommunications Technician	p. 83
Telecommunications Engineer	p. 85
Web and Internet
Internet Applications Programmer	p. 88
Internet Service Provider	p. 91
Internet Consultant	p. 93
Webpage Designer	p. 95
Webmaster	p. 97
Internet Advertising Designer	p. 99
Internet Store Manager/Entrepreneur	p. 102
On-line Writer/Editor	p. 105
Graphics and Multimedia
Computer Graphics Artist/Designer	p. 108
Computer Graphics Technician	p. 110
Computer Graphics Librarian/Archivist	p. 112
Art Director (Computer Graphics)	p. 114
Animation/Special Effects Programmer	p. 116
Electronic Sound Producer	p. 118
Multimedia or Game Writer/Editor	p. 120
Multimedia Developer	p. 122
Multimedia Producer	p. 124
Computer Game Designer/Programmer	p. 126
Playtester, Computer Games	p. 128
Virtual Reality Designer/Programmer	p. 130
Manufacturing
Computer Hardware Designer/Engineer	p. 134
Computer Systems Designer	p. 136
Computer Hardware Manufacturing Technician	p. 138
Embedded Systems Designer	p. 140
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Technician	p. 142
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Manager	p. 144
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Technician	p. 146
Robotics Engineer	p. 148
Robotics Technician	p. 150
Computer Industry Specialists
Retail Clerk, Computer Products	p. 154
Systems Integrator	p. 156
Computer Store Owner or Manager	p. 158
Sales Representative, Computer Products	p. 160
Sales Manager, Computer Products	p. 162
Advertising Account Executive or Manager, Computer Products and Services	p. 164
Marketing Specialist, Computer Products and Services	p. 167
Public Relations Specialist, Computer Products and Services	p. 170
Industry Analyst, Computer Products and Services	p. 172
Reporter, Computer-Related Publications	p. 175
Computer-Related Office Positions
Data Entry Operator	p. 178
Word Processor	p. 180
Desktop Publisher	p. 182
Computer Typesetter	p. 184
Bookkeeper/Accounting Assistant	p. 186
Statistician	p. 188
On-line Researcher	p. 191
Computer Cartographer	p. 193
Academic Information Science Professions
Professor, Computer Science	p. 198
Library Assistant	p. 201
Reference or Special Librarian	p. 203
Cataloger (Librarian)	p. 206
Media or Curriculum Specialist (School Libraries)	p. 208
Appendixes
Using the World Wide Web for Career Planning	p. 213
Professional, Industry, and Trade Associations	p. 217
Selected Professional and Trade Periodicals	p. 225
Bibliography	p. 229
Index	p. 235
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Excerpts

The U.S. Department of Labor projects that eight out of 10 of the fastest-growing occupations in the United States between 2000 and 2010 will be in computers and that the computer and data processing services industry will have the fastest wage and salary employment growth of all industries. The percentage of Americans using computers and the Internet has skyrocketed in recent years, and so have the number and variety of computer-related jobs. Each day new businesses and homes are becoming wired, and demand for skilled workers in the field is high.
Career Opportunities in Computers and Cyberspace, Second Edition is a straightforward guide to jobs in the computer industry. It covers more than 80 jobs, profiling everything from programming and manufacturing to software instruction and sales. For this new edition, all entries have been reviewed and updated with the latest information, and many new profiles have been added to cover emerging jobs, including data miner, bioinformatics specialist, system administrator, technical recruiter or agent, and online writer/editor. The Industry Outlook section reflects recent changes in the field, such as areas that have fallen off (dot-com business) and areas likely to grow (bioinformatics).
Each entry follows the standard Career Opportunities series format, with detailed salary information, employment prospects, a Career Ladder, and much more. Four appendixes provide current, valuable data and additional resources, including lists of professional organizations and publications, a bibliography, and tips on using the web to find a job.