Exam 15: Computer Careers and Certification

What does a trade school offer? What are the advantages of attending a trade school? Define what an articulation agreement is, and discuss what jobs a trade school prepares its students for.

Individuals with advanced degrees in specific fields have a better chance of success.

The ____________________ field consists of manufacturers and distributors of computers and computer-related hardware.

Figure 15-2 Entry-level jobs for graduating ____ students, given the credentials listed in Figure 15-2, include application programmer, graphic designer, computer operator, computer technician, help desk specialist, computer salesperson, and technical writer.

____ is a networking certification sponsored by Cisco that tests advanced knowledge of installing, configuring, and operating LANs and WANs.

One disadvantage of attending a trade school is time; it often takes longer to complete trade school programs than it does a college degree.

Jobs in the ____ include designing and fabricating computer chips, testing internal components, assembling computers and devices, and packing computers and peripherals.

Application programmer, which is a job title in the system development and programming area of an IT department, converts the system design into the appropriate computer language, such as ____.

____________________, which is a main area in an IT department, operates the centralized computer equipment and administers the network including both data and voice communications.

____ is a networking certification sponsored by Novell that tests knowledge of Novell's networking products including NetWare, intraNetWare, and GroupWise.

____ is a hardware certification sponsored by the National Association of Communication System Engineers that tests basic knowledge of personal computers, operating systems, networks, and cabling.

The decreased sophistication and complexity of today's computer products have closed opportunities in computer-related education and training.

Some certification tests use a technique known as ____, where the tests analyze a person's responses while taking the test.

Self-study is the most expensive option to help professionals prepare for certification examinations.

To ensure coursework will transfer, students should ask an advisor if the trade school has a certification agreement with a college or university.

____ is a job title in the operations area of an IT department.

Critical Thinking Questions Case 2 You have reached a plateau in your career and you have decided that it is time to pursue a certification so that you can move to a new level in your professional life. You are looking for some training options. Money is an important consideration for you since you do not have a lot of resources, but you do have some money to spen d. Furthermore, you have not typically performed well studying all on your own. What is the best option for you?

People who may be interested in ____ include Java programmers, Oracle database managers, programming consultants, SQL programmers, Web graphic designers, and XML programmers.

Without computers, very few organizations could operate in today's economy.

Critical Thinking Questions Case 1 You and your best friend from high school are both looking to begin degree programs in the computer field, but you have different criteria for the program you select. You are looking for a program that will teach you practical applications of computer science, and you would like to earn a bachelor's degree at the end of your study. Which of the following disciplines is the best match for you?