The Computer Specialist diploma program will prepare the student who has a high degree of computer aptitude for an entry-level job in computer maintenance and network support.
A career with a future
Looking for an exciting career that is stimulating, pays well and provides
great benefits? A career as a computer technician may be
for you with the growth of computers in the home, business and
industry, the need for computer technicians is growing rapidly. There
continues to be an increase of computer networking for most businesses plus many
industrial and manufacturing processes are making use of digital
technologies. All of this translates into an increasing number of job opportunities for
computer technicians who have the right combination of skill, training,
certifications and experience.
Examine the facts
The electronics industry employs 2.6 million people in the U.S., making it
the nation's largest employer. Within electronics, more than 150,000 work as
computer technicians in the computer and office machine repair sector.
Between now and 2012, the number of jobs in the computer and office machine
repair sector is expected to grow by approximately 35%, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor
Statistics.
If you have an aptitude for solving problems, enjoy repairing things and enjoy working with computers and people then a career as a computer technician may be the right choice for you. Computer technicians construct, set up and repair computers and network devices. They are involved with software installation and maintenance, training computer users and administering and managing network components. Computer technicians are employed by companies in all areas of business and industry both large and small. Graduates of the program are working in hospitals, paper mills, credit unions, computer manufacturers, government contracts, local and state government positions, for school boards in support of local educational facilities, consulting firms and on-line service companies.
Employment Outlook
For the next several years statistics point
to continued growth in the technology fields and increased growth in areas
of IT security and specialized skills. Learn more by surfing to the United
States Department of Labor site http://www.dol.gov/
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Employment outlook report up 2007 to 2012.
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Salary by Skill |
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Specialists enjoy greater compensation, and those whose expertise extends to multiple certifications, higher education and experience are compensated accordingly. This is just one salary survey and the professionals that were surveyed had 2 to 15 years of experience (Chart last updated 2006). |
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You can search the Internet for more salary information annual salaries are
published on the web by many different sources.
Job Opportunities
Job opportunities are available world wide through private companies, hospitals, consulting companies, military contractors, local, state and federal government. Augusta Technical College has a career services department to assist students, staff and alumni with job placement services and professional guidance at no charge to enrolled and graduating students http://www.augustatech.edu/careers/default.htm (you can use your back button to return the Waynesboro computer website).
Opportunities for college students report.
Duties
Professionals in this field may be required to:
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Maintain and troubleshoot computers |
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Install and maintain computer network devices |
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Install and configure software |
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Train users on new or upgraded software, hardware and peripheral devices. |
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Install and configure hardware |
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Perform research to solve problems or over come issues. |
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Perform research to recommend upgrades to enhance performance and increase efficiency. |
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Install and configure peripheral devices. |
Working Conditions
Professionals in this field commonly experience:
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work inside, offices, etc. |
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work under stress to meet deadlines |
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considerable paperwork |
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sometimes repetitive work required |
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overtime / night / weekend work sometimes necessary |
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work in conjunction with others |
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work under direct supervision |
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work with out direct supervision. |
Physical Demands
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sedentary |
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light lifting; lift from 2 to 50 pounds using safety equipment, tools and following the personal safety guidelines and corporate policy. |
Characteristics &
Temperament
Professionals in this field should have:
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excellent communication skills - writing and speaking |
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ability to work with data (numbers, symbols, ideas and concepts) |
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ability to work well with people / diverse population |
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ability to reason and make rational judgments |
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ability learn quickly |
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attention to detail |
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ability to follow a set procedure |
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self-discipline and self-motivation |
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perseverance and patience |
For more information phone (706) 437- 6801/6819 Rebecca Byrd, Instructor, Computer Information Systems & advisor, Waynesboro, GA, Burke County Campus of Augusta Technical College or come by for a visit tours of the lab and a course over view can be arranged. (please call for an appointment).
Completing a program will not guarantee you a position with a company or government agency. The prospective employer may require additional certifications, experience and / or a 4 year degree.
| E-Mail: Instructor: Rebecca Byrd |
Last updated 06/07/2007
Copyright © 2005 Rebecca Byrd