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COMPUTER SYSTEMS ANALYST - Evolving Occupation
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| Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Computer Systems Analyst 15-1051 | ||
| OES Systems Analyst 25102 | ||
| Computer systems analysts coordinate with management, network and database administrators, and computer users within a company to determine the proper hardware, software, and reporting requirements to meet the information needs of the organization. They design flowcharts outlining the flow of information within the company and use this as the basis for enterprise resource planning and other business intelligence systems. They also coordinate with vendors for demonstrations and seminars and work with purchasing departments to obtain equipment and lease agreements. | ||
| TASKS - 1) Analyzes and tests computer programs or system to identify errors and ensure conformance to standard. 2) Consults with staff and users to identify operating procedure problems. 3) Formulates and reviews plans outlining steps required to develop programs to meet staff and user requirements. 4) Devises flow charts and diagrams to illustrate steps and to describe logical operational steps of program. 5) Writes documentation to describe and develop installation and operating procedures of programs. 6) Coordinates installation of computer programs and operating systems, and tests, maintains, and monitors computer system. | ||
| WORPLACE COMPETENCIES - Systems analysts need to be logical, methodical and patient, as well as good listeners. They should be able to work well under pressure and accept criticism, and they need to be quick learners. | ||
| The following lists the KSA's for Computer Systems Analysts (O*NET) 15-1051.00 | ||
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KNOWLEDGE
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| Computers
and Electronics - Knowledge of electric circuit boards, processors,
chips, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming
English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar Education and Training - Knowledge of instructional methods and training techniques including curriculum design principles, learning theory, group and individual teaching techniques, design of individual development plans, and test design principles Mathematics - Knowledge of numbers, their operations, and interrelationships including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications |
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SKILLS
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| Reading
Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work
related documents Programming - Writing computer programs for various purposes Troubleshooting - Determining what is causing an operating error and deciding what to do about it Testing - Conducting tests to determine whether equipment, software, or procedures are operating as expected Problem - Identification Identifying the nature of problems |
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ABILITIES
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| Written
Comprehension - Able to read and understand information and ideas presented
in writing Written Expression - Able to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand Mathematical Reasoning - Able to understand a problem and then to apply a mathematical method or formula to solve it Oral Comprehension - Able to understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences Deductive Reasoning - Able to apply general rules to specific problems to come up with logical answers. |
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| EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS - These occupations often require four years of college, a two year degree may suffice if related work experience is often sufficient for an entry-level position. Coursework in administration and management along with training in business intelligence systems will help prepare computer systems analysts advance. CIP - 52.1203, 11.0500 | ||
| WAGE ESTIMATES - Based on the Texas 2000 Occupational Employment Statistics for a Computer Systems Analyst, the Annual Wage was $54,670 and the Median Wage was $25.55 per hour. (Source: Texas Workforce Commission/Labor Market Information Department) | ||
| OUTLOOK - In 1998 there were 44,100 Systems Analysts employed in Texas. The projected growth rate is 66.9%. The number of openings through 2008 is projected to be 3,225 (growth - 2,950, replacement - 275) per year. (Source: TWC/LMI) | ||
| INDUSTRY - Information Technology |