2. System Programmers
• Create computer programs
• Modify existing programs
• Consult application designs
• Post-development support
• Usually in teams
3. E-commerce Specialists
• Develop procedures for online businesses
• Transfer business information online
• Strategy and planning
• Building infrastructure online
4. Computer Scientists
• Invent and design new technology
• Ph.D. in computer sciences
• Salary- $100,660
• Full time
• Computer systems design firm
5. Trainers
• Prepare users for new information systems
• One-on-one teaching sessions on site
• At least a high school diploma
• Certification in software they teach
• Salary- $65,000 per year
Editor's Notes
System Programmers generate computer programs, as well as modify existing programs, consult application designs, and offer post-development support. They usually work in teams assigned to specialized parts of a program, since information systems are so developed and intricate.
E-commerce specialists develop and apply procedures for businesses online. They help transfer business processes online so that they are completely computerized. Their main concern is e-commerce strategy and planning. Specialists also help build the necessary administrative infrastructure.
Computer scientists invent and design new technology and even find new uses for current technology. They solve complex computing problems for business and science. The salary of a computer scientist is in the six- figure range. They make an estimated (2010) $100,660 per year, $48.39 per hour. However, the job requires a Ph.D. in computer sciences. They work full time, but have flexible hours. The place of work for a computer scientist is usually a computer systems design firm, development companies, or the federal government.
Computer trainers teach basic computer skills, such as using Microsoft Office, as well as programming and graphic design. They teach a wide variety of topics pertaining to computer skills. They train one-on-one or with groups on site. They must be good presenters and must be able to demonstrate functions with correct terminology. They must have at least a high school diploma as well as a certification in the software they teach. The average annual income of a trainer is $65,000 per year.
