WHY COMPUTER SCIENCE University of Phoenix Prof Rassoul

WHY COMPUTER SCIENCE? University of Phoenix

Prof. Rassoul (Russ) Alizadeh Industry Experiences Since 1987 Ø Information Systems Specialist (British Petroleum) - 9 Years Ø Information Security Manager (Bank of the West) - 5 Years Academic Experiences Since 1994 Ø IS&T Faculty at University of Phoenix – 15 Years Ø IT Faculty at various online and on-ground colleges Industry Certifications Ø Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) Ø Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Ø Cisco Certified Net. Acad Instructor (CCNA, IT-E) Ø Certified Novell Engineer (CNE) Ø Comp. TIA Security+ CE Degrees Ø Ø Ø B. A. in Computer Science M. S. in Computer Information Systems Ph. D. in Computer Science 2

Education vs. Training Degree vs. Certification To succeed in a chosen career path; one will need all of following three requirements (or at least two out of three): Ø Education…………. ……Degree Ø Training……. . . . Certification Ø Experience…………………Work 3

Training vs. Education (Choosing The Right Path) Training Education Ø Skills oriented (Practical) Ø Learning oriented (Fosters an Ø Focused on performing activities and building expertise Ø Build skills immediately useful to trainees Ø short/long-term job oriented skills Ø Evaluated by measuring a trainee’s understanding of general principles) Ø Theoretical and conceptual (Builds basic vocabulary and concepts) Ø Knowledge enhancement Ø Long-term critical thinking and problem-solving skills ability to perform specific tasks 4

Determining the Skill Level Trainees Need Concepts ØAbility to use basic vocabulary Understanding ØAbility to explain concepts Skills ØAbility to perform basic tasks Expertise ØAbility to perform tasks effectively and efficiently 5

Common Delivery Methods 6

Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) Computer Science Information Technology Software Engineering Mathematics Ability to Think Logically Solid Foundation in Mathematics Good Problem. Solving Skills “STREAM : Science and Technology, interpreted through Engineering and the Arts, conveyed through reading and writing, all based in elements of Mathematics. ” 7

Do. E Supports Teachers & Students in STEM 8

STEM Job Growth Forecast by Department of Education 9

STEM Jobs By Area 10

WOMEN in STEM Jobs 11

Reasons College Students Choose STEM Degrees STEM DEGREES 12

“The most important aspect of computer science is problem solving, an essential skill for life. . Because computers solve problems to serve people, there is a significant human side to computer science as well. ” 13

Ten Reasons to Study Computer Science 1. Computing is part of everything we do! 2. Expertise in computing enables you to solve complex, challenging problems. 3. Computing enables you to make a positive difference in the world. 4. Computing offers many types of lucrative careers. 5. Computing jobs are here to stay, regardless of where you are located. 6. Expertise in computing helps even if your primary career is something else. 7. Computing offers great opportunities for true creativity and innovativeness. 8. Computing has space for both collaborative work and individual effort 9. Computing is an essential part of well-rounded academic preparation. 10. Future opportunities in computing are without boundaries. 14

More Computer Science Jobs than Students! 15

Computer Science Job Choices 1. Software Engineer/Developer/Programmer 2. Database Administrator/Developer 3. System/Network Administrator 4. Information Security Engineer 5. System/Network Engineer 6. System/Business Analyst 7. Web Programmer 8. Game Developer 9. Cloud Architect 10. IT Consultant 16

IT Certification Roadmap IT Fundamentals Beginner Certification for Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert Certifications 17

IT Certification Roadmap (Cont. ) IT Fundamentals Stepping Stone Certification to More Advanced Industry Certifications 18

5 Out of 10 High Paying Jobs Are in Computer Science 19

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