Information Technology Industry Snapshot Ever wonder how information and computers work together to help companies? Information Technology (IT) has as much to do with managing data as it does with computers, and IT jobs are spread across all types of businesses. Information is technology best supported by computer technology, and any company that uses computers in its day-to-day operations requires IT support. Employment in this field is expected to grow due to demand for the design, construction, and management of computer networks, web sites, security systems, and mobile technologies. IT jobs are growing occupations, and individuals can earn $50,000 to $70,000 per year in Arizona, depending on the IT field you choose.
Occupation
Average Annual Wage*
Fastest Growing Computer Software Engineers, Applications Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software Database Administrators Network & Computer Systems Administrators Network Systems & Data Communications Analysts Largest Number Computer Programmers Computer Software Engineers, Applications Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software Computer Support Specialists Computer Systems Analysts
$84,680 $84,070 $67,520 $66,380 $69,000 $72,230 $84,680 $84,070 $48,400 $84,690
* Source: Arizona Department of Commerce 2009
Essential Industry Transferable Skills Student, Scottsdale Community College
• Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. • Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. • Complex Problem-Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. • Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. • Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Source: O*Net
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Information Technology Programs at the Maricopa Community Colleges Program
College/Skill Center
COMPUTER SCIENCE
College/Skill Center
Program INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Advanced Computer Usage & Applications
Rio Salado
Cisco Networking Professional
South Mountain
Advanced Web Designer
Mesa
Computer Applications Specialist
South Mountain
Computer Applications Technology
Estrella Mountain
Information Technology - Network Server
South Mountain
Computer Hardware and Desktop Support
Chandler-Gilbert,
Information Technology - Network Security
South Mountain
Estrella Mountain, Mesa,
Information Technology - Support
South Mountain
Scottsdale
Linux Associate
Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella
Computer Hardware & Network Support
Scottsdale
Mountain, Glendale, Mesa
Computer Information Systems
Glendale, Mesa,
Linux Networking Administration
Phoenix College,
Mesa
Paradise Valley, Scottsdale,
Linux Professional
Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella
South Mountain
Mountain, Glendale, Mesa,
Computer Networking Technology
Paradise Valley
Paradise Valley
Computer Programming
Mesa
Microcomputer Applications
Glendale
Computer Support Specialist
Maricopa Skill Center
Microcomputer Applications:
Computer Systems Maintenance
Paradise Valley
Computer Technology
Rio Salado
Computer Usage & Applications
Rio Salado
Database Development
Scottsdale
Microcomputer Business Applications
Chandler-Gilbert, Glendale
Desktop Publishing
Estrella Mountain
Microsoft Database Administration
Chandler-Gilbert
Engineering Technology
Glendale, Chandler-Gilbert
Microsoft Desktop Support Technology
Estrella Mountain, Glendale,
Game Technology
GateWay, Mesa
Mesa, Paradise Valley
Geographic Information Systems
Mesa
Microsoft Networking Technology
Estrella Mountain, Glendale,
Help Desk Specialist
Glendale
GateWay, Paradise Valley
Information Security
Estrella Mountain,
Microsoft Product Specialist
Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella
Glendale
Mountain, Glendale, GateWay,
Information Security Administration
Estrella Mountain,
Paradise Valley
Glendale
Microsoft Applications Development
Mesa, Paradise Valley
Information Security Technology
Estrella Mountain,
Microsoft Systems Administration
Estrella Mountain, Chandler-
Glendale
Gilbert, Paradise Valley
Information Security Wireless Networks
Estrella Mountain,
Microsoft Systems Engineer
Estrella Mountain, Glendale,
Glendale
GateWay, Paradise Valley
Information Technology
Chandler-Gilbert
Multimedia and Business Technology
Mesa
South Mountain
Network Administration
Scottsdale
Microsoft Office Specialist/Advanced
Mesa
Network Administration
Microsoft Office Specialist/Basic
Mesa
Programming and Systems Analysis
Office Specialist/Core Level
Estrella Mountain, Glendale,
Chandler-Gilbert
Microcomputer Applications Office Specialist/Expert Level
CISCO Network Associate
Chandler-Gilbert
Mesa
Source: http://www.maricopa.edu/academic/ccta/curric/index.php
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Information Technology Programs (continued) Program
College/Skill Center
MEDIA TECHNOLOGY
Network Administration CISCO Network Professional
College/Skill Center
Program
Mesa
Animation Glendale
Network Administration: Microsoft Windows NT
Mesa
Animation: Imaging & Design Foundation
Glendale
Network Administration: Microsoft Windows
Mesa
Broadcast Production
Scottsdale
Network Administration: Novell
Mesa
Comic & Sequential Art
Phoenix College
Network Administration: UNIX-Solaris
Mesa
Digital Arts
Mesa
Networking
Rio Salado
Digital Photography
Phoenix College
Networking Administration: Cisco
Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella
Digital Arts: Digital Illustration
Mesa
Mountain, Glendale, GateWay,
Digital Arts: Digital Photography
Mesa
South Mountain
Digital Arts: Graphic Design
Mesa
Networking Systems Administration
Mesa
Digital Arts: Web Design
Mesa
Networking Technology: Cisco
Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella
Editing Scottsdale
Mountain, Glendale, GateWay
eLearning Design Specialist
Rio Salado
Oracle Database Administration
Estrella Mountain
Film Analysis and Criticism
Scottsdale
Oracle Database Operations
Chandler-Gilbert
Film Production
Scottsdale
Personal Computer Applications
Scottsdale
Game Technology
Mesa, GateWay
Programming
Rio Salado
Graphic Design
Rio Salado
Programming and Systems Analysis
Chandler-Gilbert, Estrella
Media Arts: Computer Art/Illustration
Chandler-Gilbert, Phoenix,
Mountain, Glendale, Mesa,
Paradise Valley
Phoenix, Paradise Valley,
Media Arts: Desktop Publishing
Phoenix College
Scottsdale, South Mountain
Media Arts: Digital Animation
Phoenix College
Software Development
Scottsdale
Media Arts: Digital Imaging
Chandler-Gilbert, Phoenix
Web and Graphic Design
South Mountain
Media Arts: Web Design
Phoenix College
Web Design
Glendale, Paradise Valley,
Motion Picture/Television Production
Scottsdale
Estrella Mountain, Mesa
Multimedia Glendale
Phoenix, Rio Salado
Multimedia Technology
Scottsdale
Screenwriting Scottsdale
Web Developer
Estrella Mountain, Mesa,
Technical Theatre
Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale,
Glendale, GateWay, Phoenix,
Paradise Valley
Paradise Valley
Video Production Technology
Glendale
Web Development
Scottsdale
Web Publishing Design: Foundation
Glendale
Web Server Administrator
Mesa
Web Publishing Design: Design & Authoring
Glendale
Web Technology
Mesa
Mesa
Source: http://www.maricopa.edu/academic/ccta/curric/index.php
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