This document discusses three computer career opportunities: software engineer, systems analyst, and network security specialist. For each career, it provides a job description, education and skills required, as well as a relevant post-secondary opportunity for further education. The post-secondary opportunities discussed are a Bachelor of Software Engineering program, a double degree program in Business Administration and Computer Science, and an Information Technology program.

1. -MODULE 3-
POST SECONDARY
OPPORTUNITIES
Created by: Eva Xu

2. 3 COMPUTER CAREERS
1. Software engineer
2. Systems Analyst
3. Network Security Specialist

3. CAREER #1
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Job Description
 Develops information systems by developing, designing, and installing software
solutions for customers
 apply the principles of computer science and mathematics to the
design, development, & evaluation of the software and systems that make
computers work.
 be involved in the design and development of many types of software which
convert programs to machine language for execution on a computer.

4. EDUCATION REQUIRED
A high school diploma
University degree (typically at least a bachelor’s
/major in computer engineering, computer science
or electrical engineering)

5. OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS
 understanding of particular computer hardware architecture
 experience designing, coding and testing software
 familiarity with software test procedures or scripts
 knowledge of programming languages (i.e. C++)
 strong interpersonal and communication skills

6. POST-SECONDARY
OPPORTUNITY
Bcomp (Software Engineering) at University of Guelph
At the University of Guelph, Software Engineering is an independent,
interdisciplinary program supported by both the Faculty of
Mathematics and the Faculty of Engineering. Graduates of this
program will earn a Bachelor of Software Engineering (BSE) degree.

7. DETAILS
High school requirements
 ENG4U, MCV4U, four additional 4U/M credits
 Grade Range : 76-80% average
Undergraduate studies
 Tuition costs (approx.) : $18,402 per calendar year
 Length of program: 4 years

8. CAREER #2
SY STEMS ANALY ST
Job Description
 Computer systems analysts study an organization's current
computer systems and procedures and make recommendations to
management to help the organization operate more efficiently and
effectively.
 elect the most optimal hardware, software, internet and networking
tools that will accomplish business goals

9. EDUCATION
REQUIREMENTS
A high school diploma
University/college degree
master's in business administration and/or
bachelor's degree in a technical field

10. SKILLS REQUIRED
 Analytical skills ( interpret complex information from various
sources and be able to decide the best way to move forward on a
project)
 Communication skills (go-between with management and the IT
department)
 Creativity (find innovative solutions to computer problems)

11. POST-SECONDARY
OPPORTUNITY
BBA/BCs BBA Business Administration (WLU) and BCS
Computer Science (Waterloo) Double Degree
Description:
 Both computer science and business administration degrees
are highly valued in today’s information-rich society. In just
5 years, each a co-op bachelor or Computer Science from
Waterloo and a Bachelor of Business from WLU.

12. DETAILS OF PROGRAM
High School Requirements:
 Grade Range: Low to mid-90s
 Ontario Secondary School Prerequisites
• One of ENG4U, EWC4U or ETS4U at 75%; MHF4U at 85%;
MCV4U at 85%
 approximate annual cost of tuition ($17, 960- $28, 420)
 Length of program: 5 years

13. CAREER #3
SY STEMS ANALY ST
Network Security Specialist
 monitor computer networks for security threats or unauthorized
users. They may identify compromised machines and report on
security measures taken to address threats.
 analyze security risks and develop response procedures

14. EDUCATION
REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma
university/college degree
bachelor's degree in a computer-related field
• computer science, information technology and
management information systems

15. OTHER SKILLS REQUIRED
 Knowledge of business processes
 Teamwork skills
 Experience in a computer careers such as networking, database
management, or web development

16. POST SECONDARY
OPPORTUNITY
Information Technology program (ITEC) at York University
 The ITEC program prepares you to work at the interface between
people and computer technologies - a "user's advocate" who can design,
implement, customize and manage technologies to server their users. In
addition, the Information Technology professional is an important part of
the organization he/she is involved in. The effective management of
information systems is a vital part of every organization's strategic
response to today's competitive environment

17. DETAILS OF PROGRAM
High School Requirements:
 Grade Range: Low 80’s
 Ontario Secondary School Prerequisites
• ENG4U, MCV4U , 2 of
SB14U, SCH4U, SPH4U, SES4U, ICS4U, TEJ4M
 approximate annual cost of tuition ($12, 928-$18, 473 )
 Length of program: 4 years

18. THE END
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