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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