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Average
Salary & Job Outlook
Computer
Degree
Median wages (high end)
$91,230 annually
Computer
Degree
Median wages (low end)
$32,070 annually
U.S. Minimum Wage
$10,712 Annually
There are many different jobs available for those with a degree in computers. People with an associate’s degree in computers earn about $32,070 each year, with a bachelor’s degree candidates can earn $59,930 yearly and candidates with masters the average salary is $91,230 depending on the job and location.
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Computer
Degree Careers
Here’s a quick look at some jobs you can get
with a degree in computers.
Computer programmers tell the
computer what functions it needs to perform such
as which information to access, how to process the
information and what equipment to use. They write
and test programs that computers follow to perform
functions through a variety of computer languages.
Computer programmers conceive, design and test logical
structures for problem solving through computers.
Over the next decade jobs in computer programming
is expected to grow at a steady pace.
Computer scientists are researchers
and inventors. Through their expertise and creative
innovation they are able to solve difficult problems
and they create new technology. Some work on projects
like developing and advancing uses of virtual reality,
extending the interaction between humans and computers,
some even design robots for multiple uses. Occupations
in computer science are expected to grow much faster
than average over the next ten years.
Database managers work with database
systems software and determine the organization and
storing techniques of data. They identify requirements
for the user, set up computer databases and they
test modifications. Database managers ensure that
the system is performance correctly, have a deep
knowledge of the database platform and adds new users
to the system. Occupations in database management
are also expected to grow much faster than average
over the next decade.
Other Computer Occupations
Here is a list of other occupations available with
a degree in computers:
- Data entry manager
- Information processors
- Software engineers
- System administrators
- Information system managers
- System analysts
- Technology trainers
- Graphic designers
- Network administrators
- Web development
- Software application programmers
- Data communications
- Electronic engineering
- Drafters and designers
- Game designer
- Digital entertaining designers
- Technical management
- Network security
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