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Typical tasks undertaken in this profession: 15
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Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced. |
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Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct. |
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Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment. |
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Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic. |
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Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements. |
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Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes. |
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Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software as a systems programmer. |
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Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program. |
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Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language. |
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Consult with and assist computer operators or system analysts to define and resolve problems in running computer programs. |
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| Education
Most of these occupations require qualifications at NFQ Levels 7 or 8 (Ordinary / Honours Degrees) but some do not.
Related Experience
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an engineer must complete four years of college and work for several years in engineering to be considered qualified.
Job Training
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Job Zone Examples
Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include accountants, sales managers, computer programmers, teachers, chemists, environmental engineers, criminal investigators, and financial analysts. |
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Karl Stanley
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"The purpose of technology is to automate the things that people are bad at, so they can spend more time doing things they are good at" |
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