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Outlook for Computer Employment

Information Technology (IT) – defined to include computer hardware, software, and communications networks, as well as technology interfaces and human-computer interfaces – is the fastest growing occupational sector in the country. The U.S. Department of Labor predicts that despite the recent decline in the IT industry, computer software engineers and computer systems designers will be among the fastest growing occupations in 2002-2012, while computer systems analysts, database administrators, computer scientists, and computer and information systems managers are projected to grow much faster than average. The employment outlook for programmers will be about average, while hardware engineers will face more competition and jobs will grow more slowly than usual (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, 2004). During this period, it is anticipated that Internet services, data processing, and other information services; computer systems design and related services; and software publishing will see the highest annual increases in growth, more than all other professions. For example, Internet services are projected to experience a 10.3% annual growth rate until 2012, which translates into a 46.2% increase in employment (Horrigan, 2004). Most of these professions require a bachelor’s degree or higher (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, 2004).

Not Sure You Want A Computer Degree?

Students who are not interested in computer degrees, but would like to take computer courses at Florida State College at Jacksonville should enroll in the Career Exploration (3406) Program of Study.

Transferring Coursework for an Florida State College at Jacksonville Degree?

Students with university degrees or university coursework who are now pursuing Florida State College at Jacksonville computer degrees or technical certificates should know that only 1000 level and 2000 level courses can transfer into Florida State College at Jacksonville degrees. Upper division courses (3000 level, 4000 level, etc.) can be used to override prerequisites, but cannot be substituted for courses. Professional work experience can also be used in lieu of prerequisites. If you need an override, please call John J. Trifiletti, Ph.D. at 646-2378.

Join the Student Chapter of AITP

Here’s an opportunity to start building valuable professional contacts while you are still in college. Contact Faculty Advisor Dick Chambliss at 646-2435 or by e-mail: Chamblis@fscj.edu.

Computer Tutors

Computer tutors are available in the Learning Assistance Center each term. If one could help you, or if you would be like to be a tutor, opportunities abound.

Our Internship Coordinator

Will you need a degree and experience? Professor Gail Gehrig can help you get the experience through working as an intern. Contact her at (904) 646-2393, e-mail GMGehrig@fscj.edu, or visit her website at http://www1.Florida State College at Jacksonville.org/gmgehrig/

Please Check Your Degree Audit and Program of Study

Login to Connections and select “My Programs of Study/Degree Audit.” If you need to change your program of study, you must do so in person at Enrollment Services.