In a world of technological innovation, careers in technology are not only on the rise but promising lasting careers as we rely more and more on computers in business and our personal lives. In addition to seeing the number of tech jobs increase, we are also seeing the variety increase as new forms of technology emerge. With this slide show, find out more about some of the typical responsibilities and projected growth for three top tech careers: application development, network administration, and tech support.

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In a world with growing technological demands, individuals who are well-versed in the latest
hardware and software are primed to succeed. MTI offers computer training programs
designed to prepare and empower students to earn their CompTIA A+ certification or
Microsoft (MCSE: Messaging) certification that will help students tackle many of the IT
challenges the workplace has to offer. These three programs include the following:
Tech Support
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3. Tech Support
Job Duties: As technology is becoming more and more important
in our daily lives, there is a growing demand for skilled
professionals who can offer quality technical support. Computer
technicians fill this need, and while their specific responsibilities
can vary from position to position, duties often include:
STAT: The U.S. Bureau of Labor
Statistics predicts that computer
technician jobs will grow by
20 to 53 percent through 2018.
Installing hardware and software systems
Maintaining or repairing equipment
Troubleshooting a variety of computer issues
Setting up computer security measures
Configuring computer networks
Offering technical support on-site, via phone or email
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4. Application Development
Job Duties: Responsibilities vary for developers based
on level of experience, type of application platform and
employer. Application developers often have the duty
of:
Creating, maintaining and implementing the source
code that makes up the application or program.
Designing the prototype application
Indicate program unit structure
Coordinate application plans with the
development team or client.
STAT: The number of jobs in
application development is
projected to increase by
32% from 2010 to 2020,
which translates into the
creation of 300,000 new IT
positions.
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5. Network Administrator
Job Duties: As a network administrator, your tasks generally
fall into the following areas:
Designing and planning the network
Setting up the network
Maintaining the network
Expanding the network
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STAT: In 2010, the U.S. Bureau of Labor
Statistics reports that over 90 percent of
network and computer systems
administrators worked full time.
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