Microcomputer Software Specialist

Last Updated July 13, 2006


software clipartMicrocomputer Software Specialists' skills are primarily used in conjunction with other skills. It is an enhancement certificate to help individuals progress in their chosen field.

Duties
Workers in this field may be required to:

  • Help computerize existing tasks in their field of work

  • Increase productivity through the use of a computer

Working Conditions
Workers in this field commonly experience:

  • work inside; offices, etc.

  • work under stress to meet deadlines

  • considerable paperwork

  • sometimes repetitive work required

  • overtime / night / weekend work sometimes necessary

  • work in cooperation with others

  • work under direct supervision

Physical Demands

  • sedentary

  • light lifting

Characteristics & Temperament
Workers in this field should have:

  • excellent communication skills - writing and speaking

  • ability to work with data (numbers, symbols, ideas and concepts)

  • ability to work well with people / diverse population

  • ability to reason and make rational judgments

  • ability to teach oneself and learn quickly

  • attention to detail

  • ability to follow a set procedure

  • self-discipline and self-motivation

  • perseverance, patience and long sustained attention span

Employment Outlook
Employment statistics for 2000 - 2004 PTC graduates, who found jobs in this field, are as follows:

  • salary average:  $16,000 per year

  • salary range:  $11,000 - 27,500 per year

  • 88% placement rate

This certificate serves as an enhancement to a person who works in office management, data collections or any computer environment.

Program & Course Information
For information about Piedmont Technical College's programs and courses offered in this area, visit the Microcomputer Software Specialist Program's Web page.

Career Tracks is a publication of Piedmont Technical College that reflects the current career statistics for students who have completed programs of the college.  Forward your questions about this site to Andy Omundson at (864) 941-8376 or by e-mail to omundson.a@ptc.edu.