Computer Information Systems Associate in Arts (AA) - University Transfer Information
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Introduction to the Computer Information Systems Associate in Arts (AA) - University Transfer Program
This Associate in Arts degree concentration leads to employment in technical computer-related jobs such as a programmer or systems analyst. The AA program meets prerequisites for transfer to the University of West Florida B.S. in Computer Science (Computer Information Systems option) program as well as similar programs at other universities.
Occupations
Computer and Information Systems Manager
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.
Web Administrator
Manage web environment design, deployment, development and maintenance activities. Perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.
Computer Systems Engineer/Architect
Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.
Software Quality Assurance Engineer and Tester
Develop and execute software test plans in order to identify software problems and their causes.
Web Developer
Design, create, and modify Web sites. Analyze user needs to implement Web site content, graphics, performance, and capacity. May integrate Web sites with other computer applications. May convert written, graphic, audio, and video components to compatible Web formats by using software designed to facilitate the creation of Web and multimedia content.
Other Occupations
- Software Developer, Systems Software
- Software Developer, Application
- Computer Programmer
- Information Security Analyst
- Computer and Information Research Scientist
- Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary
Employment Trends
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Escambia/Santa Rosa Counties
Computer Programmers
275
297
9.9
$64,010.62
Computer Occupations, All Other
428
407
6.5
$87,370.64
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
52
58
1.5
$66,868.05
Okaloosa / Walton Counties
Computer Programmers
211
220
6.6
$70,684.92
Computer Occupations, All Other
334
309
5.1
$78,214.35
All Florida Counties
Computer Programmers
16059
17315
575.9
$74,188.92
Computer Occupations, All Other
6615
7153
168
$77,692.92
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
2677
3108
93.3
$80,884.07