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Tasks* |
- Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program
to ensure that the desired results are produced.
- Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure
they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
- Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent
revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand
the program.
- Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages
to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data,
or controlling other equipment.
- Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify
program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
- Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs
to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
- Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart
and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and
symbolic logic.
- Write or contribute to instructions or manuals to guide end users.
- Investigate whether networks, workstations, the central processing
unit of the system, or peripheral equipment are responding to a program's instructions.
- Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input,
output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded
in a computer language.
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Tools & Technology* |
Tools used in this occupation:
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Computer servers |
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Desktop computers |
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Mainframe computers — Mainframe operating systems |
Technology used in this occupation:
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Compiler and decompiler software — Code generator software; Command interpreters;
Threaded code compiler; Xerces2 Java Parser |
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Data base management system software — IBM DB2; Microsoft Access; mSQL software;
Pick software |
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Development environment software — C; Microsoft Visual Basic; Source code
migration software; Tier generator software |
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Graphical user interface development software — Basis BBx VisualPRO/5; Graphical
user interface GUI development software |
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Object or component oriented development software — C++; Greatis Object Inspector;
PowerSoft PowerBuilder; Practical extraction and reporting language Perl |
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Program testing software — Debugging software; Low-level debugger software;
Source code editor software; Symbolic debugger software |
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Web platform development software — Hypertext markup language HTML; Java
server pages JSP; JavaScript; Macromedia ColdFusion |
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Knowledge* |
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Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips,
electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications
and programming. |
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English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English
language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and
grammar. |
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Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics,
and their applications. |
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Skills* |
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Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes. |
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Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and
weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. |
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Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related
information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. |
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Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both
current and future problem-solving and decision-making. |
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Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in
work related documents. |
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Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods
and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things. |
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Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create
a design. |
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Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying,
taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate,
and not interrupting at inappropriate times. |
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Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve
user needs. |
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Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what
to do about it. |
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Abilites* |
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Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain
order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of
numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). |
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Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems
to produce answers that make sense. |
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Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet
of the observer). |
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Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information
and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. |
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Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and
ideas presented in writing. |
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Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in
writing so others will understand. |
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Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form
general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated
events). |
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Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking
so others will understand. |
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Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely
to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is
a problem. |
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Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. |
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Work Activities* |
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Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including
hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data,
or process information. |
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Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and
plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating
results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information
from all relevant sources. |
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and
applying new knowledge to your job. |
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information
to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail,
or in person. |
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Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons,
or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive
and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing,
or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating,
auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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Work Context* |
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Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job? |
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Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions
with individuals or teams in this job? |
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Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job? |
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Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact
or highly accurate in performing this job? |
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Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in
a group or team in this job? |
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Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working
indoors in environmentally controlled conditions? |
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Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting? |
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Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in
contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform
it? |
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Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision,
does the job offer? |
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Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured
for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities,
and goals? |
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Job Zone* |
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Title |
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed |
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Overall Experience |
A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations.
For example, an accountant must complete four years
of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified. |
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Job Training |
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related
experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training. |
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Job Zone Examples |
Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training
others. Examples include accountants, human resource managers, computer programmers,
teachers, chemists, and police detectives. |
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SVP Range |
(7.0 to < 8.0) |
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Education |
Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not. |
There are 2 recognized apprenticeable specialties associated with this occupation:
Computer Programmer; Programmer, Engineering and Scientific
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Interests* |
Interest code: IRC
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Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with
ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve
searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally. |
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Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that
include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants,
animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations
require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely
with others. |
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Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set
procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details
more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow. |
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Work Styles* |
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Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic
to address work-related issues and problems. |
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Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough
in completing work tasks. |
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Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable,
and fulfilling obligations. |
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Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. |
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Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally
challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks. |
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Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or
negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. |
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Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding
oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done. |
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Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical. |
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Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. |
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Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying
a good-natured, cooperative attitude. |
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Work Values* |
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Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented
and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment.
Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement. |
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Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employs to
work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility
and Autonomy. |
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Wages & Employment* |
National
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Median wages (2005) |
$30.49 hourly, $63,420 annual |
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Employment (2004) |
455,000 employees |
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Projected growth (2004-2014) |
Slower than average (0-9%)
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Projected need (2004-2014) |
117,000 additional employees |
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