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The document provides guidelines for a student assignment to research careers in computer science. Students are asked to: 1) Research and list the top 10 computer science careers, then choose 5 to research in more depth; 2) Research 5 famous computer scientists and their contributions; 3) Research 3 post-secondary schools that offer computer science degrees; 4) Choose a template to record findings; and 5) Research 3 current computer science job openings, one of which should be in Atlanta. The assignment aims to help students gain understanding of career and education opportunities in computer science.

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Careers in Computer Science Guidelines 2

The document provides guidelines for a student assignment to research careers in computer science. Students are asked to: 1) Research and list the top 10 computer science careers, then choose 5 to research in more depth; 2) Research 5 famous computer scientists and their contributions; 3) Research 3 post-secondary schools that offer computer science degrees; 4) Choose a template to record findings; and 5) Research 3 current computer science job openings, one of which should be in Atlanta. The assignment aims to help students gain understanding of career and education opportunities in computer science.

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Name: Date: Period:

Introduction to Digital Technology- Networks

Careers in Computer Science

GPS Standards: IT-IDT-1 Demonstrate employability skills required by business and


industry. The following elements should be integrated throughout the content of this course.
1.1 Communicate effectively through writing, speaking, listening, reading, and interpersonal abilities.
1.3 Exhibit critical thinking and problem solving skills to locate, analyze, and apply information in Career
planning and employment situations.

Objective: Students will gain an understanding of the career and job opportunities available in the field
of Computer Science.

Guidelines:

I. Research the Top 10 Careers in Computer Science

II. List each one

III. Choose 5 and obtain the following information for each:

a. Description
b. Available Jobs
c. Projected Growth
d. Median Salary
e. Skills Needed

IV. Research Famous Computer Scientists; Select 5 and obtain the following
information.

a. Name
b. Contribution
c. Picture

V. Research 3 Post Secondary Schools (Colleges, Technical, Military) that offer


degrees in Computer Science and obtain the following information for each:
a. Name
b. Location
c. Degree Offered
d. Admission Requirements
VI. Choose a MS Word Report Template to record your findings. Include images.

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VII. Research 3 Computer Science Job Openings (1 should be in Atlanta). Obtain the following
information:
a. Location
b. Title and Description
c. Qualifications
d. Salary

Suggested Websites:

Computer Scientists
https://www.thefamouspeople.com/computer-scientists.php

http://www.computersciencedegreehub.com/30-most-influential-computer-scientists-alive-today/

http://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/technology/blog/what-can-you-do-with-computer-science-
degree/

Post-Secondary
https://www.gafutures.org/

https://todaysmilitary.com/working/career-fields-and-profiles

http://www.careersinthemilitary.com/

Computer Science Jobs

https://www.monster.com

d www.indeed.com/

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