M1 Introduction to Computing (CCS0002)
- Self-study programs - Online training classes - Instructor-led training - Web resources
How can people prepare for certification?
IT consultant
Individual who draws upon expertise in specialized area of computers
Computer equipment field
Manufacturers and distributors of computers and computer-related hardware Careers involve design, manufacture, and production of computer equipment
Computer Science
Offers a foundation that permits graduates to adapt to new technologies and new ideas
Computer information systems
Programs that emphasize technical knowledge and skills
Computer science
Programs that stress theoretical side of programming and operating systems Also called software engineering
Computer service and repair field
Provides preventative maintenance, component installation, and repair services
Computer science
Ranges from theory through programming to cutting-edge development of computing solutions
Information technology department
Responsible for keeping all computer operations and networks operating smoothly
Education and training
Schools, colleges, universities, and private companies need educators and trainers.
Computer information systems
Sometimes called management information systems (MIS) or management information technology
Computer engineering
Teaches students how to design and develop the electrical components found in computers and peripheral devices
Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP)
The _____ is a professional association of programmers, systems analysts, and information processing managers
Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
The _____ is a scientific and educational organization dedicated to advancing knowledge and proficiency of information technology
International Consumer Electronics Show (CES)
The _____ is one of the larger technology trade shows, bringing together thousands of vendors and more than 110,000 attendees
System development and programming
_____ analyzes, designs, develops, and implements new information technology and maintains and improves existing systems
Information Technology
_____ career involves installing, organizing and maintaining computer systems as well as designing and operating networks and databases
Computer Science
_____ deals with theories in solving complex problems by the of use of programming
Security
_____ develops and enforces policies designed to safeguard data and information from unauthorized users
Management
_____ directs the planning, research, development, evaluation, and integration of technology
Technical services
_____ evaluates and integrates new technologies, administers the organization's data resources, and supports the centralized computer operating system and servers
Certification
_____ is a process of verifying the technical knowledge of an individual who has demonstrated competence in a particular area. Computing professionals typically obtain a certification by taking and passing an examination
Operations
_____ operates the centralized computer equipment and administers the network, including both data and voice communications
Computer sales
_____ people need general understanding of computers and specific knowledge of the product they are selling
IT professionals
_____ should enjoy installing computer systems, using software and maintaining networks and databases. They are also tasked to ensure the security and effectivity of the organization's computers and data
Training
_____ teaches employees how to use components of the information system or answers specific questions
Information technology (IT)
______ is a label that has two meanings. In common usage, the term "information technology" is often used to refer to all of computing
Information systems
______ is a unique field of study that draws upon elements of both computer science and business
Project leader
analyzes requirements, designs solutions, and oversees software development process
Information systems
concerned with the information that computer systems can provide to aid a company, non-profit or governmental organization in defining and achieving its goals also concerned with the processes that an enterprise can implement and improve using information technology
Software engineer
designs and develops software
Computer scientist
researches, invents, and develops solutions to complex software problems
Programmer
writes and tests computer programs
