Computing module 1

What are database system certifications?

-Awarded for knowledge of a specific database management system -Test the various tasks a database management staff must perform

What are factors to consider in choosing a certification?

-Consider the time and expenses involved -Examine employment projections -Look at job listings to see what certs are sought -Read evaluations of certs -Talk to people in the industry -Think about complementary combos of certs

How does certification benefit customers, employers, and industry?

-Customers receive better service from employees with certifications. -Employers benefit from more productive and knowledgeable workers -Certification is a form of industry self-regulation Institute for Certification of Computer Professionals (ICCP) defines standards designed to raise competence level for computer industry

What are computer forensics certifications?

-Discovery, collection, and analysis of evidence found on computers and networks -Certificate holders are considered highly credible during computer crimes cases

What are application software certifications?

-Focus on knowledge of application software -Sometimes called end-user certifications

What are operating system certifications?

-Focus on particular skills—user, operator, system administrator, and system engineer. -Differing levels of certification

What are the primary areas where job opportunities are found?

-General business and government organizations -Computer equipment field -Computer software field -Computer service and repair field -Computer sales -Computer education and field training -IT consulting field

What are hardware certifications?

-Recognition of general knowledge of hardware and controlling software needed to set up, maintain, and repair a computer. -Can be narrowly or broadly focused

What are programming certifications?

-Recognition of programming training -Broadens knowledge and skillbase

What are Internet certifications?

-Require technical expertise inner working hardware and configuration Include Web management, Web programming, and Web development certifications

What are networking certifications?

Awarded to professionals who demonstrate expertise in planning, installing, managing, and troubleshooting a network

What is the computer software field?

Companies that develop, manufacture, and support software

What are the three broad disciplines in higher education that produce the majority of entry-level employees in the computer industry?

Computer information systems, computer science (software engineering), computer engineering

Computer sales

Computer sales people needgeneral understanding ofcomputers and specificknowledge of the productthey are selling

What is an IT consultant?

Individuals who draws upon expertise in specialized area ofcomputers. Computer selection, System design, Hardware and software configuration, Network design and installation, Communications, Web development.

What is information technology?

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. • As a name of an undergraduate degree program, it refers to the preparation of students to meet the computer technology needs of business government, healthcare, schools, and other kinds of organizations. • IT professionals possess the right combination of knowledge and practical, hands-on expertise to take care of both an organization's information technology infrastructure and the people who use it. • They assume responsibility for selecting hardware and software products appropriate for an organization.

What is the computer equipment field?

Manufacturers and distributors of computers and computer-related hardware. ➢Careers involve design, manufacture, and production of computer equipment

What are security certifications?

Measure a candidate's ability to identify and control security risks to computer resources

subsets of machine learning

Neural networks, natural language processing (NLP), and deep learning are some subsets of Machine Learning.

What is computer science?

Ranges from theory through programming to cutting-edge development of computing solutions. • Offers a foundation that permits graduates to dapt to new technologies and new ideas. • Most computer science programs require some mathematical background.

Purpose of IT department

Responsible for keeping allcomputer operations andnetworks operating smoothly

special skills needed in IT

Understanding how networked systems arecomposed and structured, and what theirstrengths and weaknesses are. • Important software systems concerns such as reliability, security, usability, effectiveness and efficiency for their intended purpose

The work of computer scientists falls into three categories

a. designing and building software b. developing effective ways to solve computing problems, such as storing information in databases, sending data over networks or providing new approaches to security problems c. devising new and better ways of using computers and addressing particular challenges in areas such as robotics, computer vision, or digital forensics

What is information systems

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 a. understand both technical andorganizational factors b. be able to help an organization determinehow information and technology enabledbusiness processes can provide afoundation for superior organizationalperformance

What is a user group?

➢ Collection of people with common computer equipment or software interests

What are some organizations for computer professionals?

➢Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)—science-oriented ➢Association of Information Technology Professionals(AITP)—programmers, systems analysts ,and information processing managers

How can you stay informed about the computer industry?

➢Computer industry publications ➢News, blogs, and technical Web sites

What is certification?

➢Process of verifying technical knowledge in a particular area. ➢Proficiency is acknowledged with certificate. ➢ Enhances employee's career, provides better standing as industry professional, and higher salaries and bonuses

What is computer information systems (CIS)?

➢Programs that emphasize technical knowledge and skills ➢Sometimes called management information systems (MIS) or management information technology

What is computer science (CS)?

➢Programs that stress the theoretical side of programming and operating systems ➢Also called software engineering.

What is the computer service and repair field?

➢Provides preventative maintenance, component installation, and repair services ➢Computer technician—installs, maintains, and repairs hardware

How do companies advertise computer-related job openings?

➢Some Web sites specialized in helping people find jobs. ➢Some allow jobseekers to submit resumes online

What are examinations like?

➢Taken using computers ➢Some are multiple choice, others are skill based ➢With computerized adaptive testing, the tests analyze a person's responses while taking the test

What is computer engineering (CE)?

➢Teaches students how to design and develop the electrical components found in computers and peripheral devices. ➢Required courses include application and systems programming, data and file structures, networks, and operating systems.