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    Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
    Today's Date: 6/10/2024
    Exclude this category Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

    Exclude this category Doctoral or professional degree

    Exclude this category Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
    Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
    English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
    Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
    Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
    Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
    Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
    Administrative - Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
    Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
    Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
    Communications and Media - Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
    Personnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
    Telecommunications - Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
    Economics and Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
    Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

    Exclude this category Basic Skills
    • *Active Learning Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
    • *Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
    • *Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
    • *Learning Strategies Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
    • *Mathematics Using mathematics to solve problems.
    • *Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
    • *Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
    • *Science Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
    • *Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively.
    • *Writing Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

    Social Skills
    • *Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
    • *Instructing Teaching others how to do something.
    • *Negotiation Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
    • *Persuasion Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
    • *Service Orientation Actively looking for ways to help people.
    • *Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

    Complex Problem Solving Skills
    • *Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

    Technical Skills
    • Equipment Maintenance Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
    • Equipment Selection Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
    • Installation Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
    • Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
    • Operations Analysis Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
    • Operations Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
    • *Programming Writing computer programs for various purposes.
    • Quality Control Analysis Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
    • Repairing Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
    • Technology Design Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
    • Troubleshooting Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

    Systems Skills
    • *Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
    • *Systems Analysis Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
    • *Systems Evaluation Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

    Resource Management Skills
    • Management of Financial Resources Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
    • Management of Material Resources Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
    • *Management of Personnel Resources Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
    • *Time Management Managing one's own time and the time of others.

    Desktop Computer Skills
  • SpreadsheetsUsing a computer application to enter, manipulate, and format text and numerical data; insert, delete, and manipulate cells, rows, and columns; and create and save worksheets, charts, and graphs.
  • PresentationsUsing a computer application to create, manipulate, edit, and show virtual slide presentations.
  • InternetNavigating the Internet to find information, including the ability to open and configure standard browsers; use searches, hypertext references, and transfer protocols; and send and retrieve electronic mail (e-mail).
  • NavigationUsing scroll bars, a mouse, and dialog boxes to work within the computer's operating system. Being able to access and switch between applications and files of interest.
  • Word ProcessingUsing a computer application to type text, insert pictures, format, edit, print, save, and retrieve word processing documents.
  • GraphicsWorking with pictures in graphics programs or other applications, including creating simple graphics, manipulating the appearance, and inserting graphics into other programs.
  • DatabasesUsing a computer application to manage large amounts of information, including creating and editing simple databases, inputting data, retrieving specific records, and creating reports to communicate the information.


  • Exclude this category Body Positioning
    • Requires sitting

    Communication
    • Requires public speaking
    • Requires telephone conversations
    • Requires use of electronic mail
    • Requires writing letters and memos
    • Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams
    • Requires contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise)

    Competition
    • Requires competition or awareness of competitive pressures

    Impact of Decisions
    • Requires making decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization
    • Opportunity to make decisions without supervision
    • Requires making decisions that impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company

    Level of Challenge
    • Freedom to determine tasks, priorities, and goals
    • Requires being exact or highly accurate

    Pace and Scheduling
    • Requires meeting strict deadlines

    Personal Interaction
    • Requires work with others in a group or team
    • Requires work with external customers or the public
    • Requires coordinating or leading others in accomplishing work activities

    Responsibility for Others
    • Includes responsibility for work outcomes and results

    Work Setting
    • Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions


    Exclude this category
    • Participate in campus and community events.
    • Direct research of other teachers or of graduate students working for advanced academic degrees.
    • Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
    • Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
    • Supervise students' laboratory work.
    • Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
    • Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head.
    • Maintain computer equipment used in instruction.
    • Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.
    • Provide professional consulting services to government or industry.
    • Act as advisers to student organizations.
    • Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
    • Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks and laboratory equipment.
    • Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
    • Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
    • Compile, administer, and grade examinations or assign this work to others.
    • Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as programming, data structures, and software design.
    • Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
    • Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
    • Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
    • Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
    • Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
    • Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
    • Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
    • Develop and maintain Web sites for online courses.

    Exclude this category
    Training and Teaching Others
    • Guide class discussions.
    • Teach physical science or mathematics courses at the college level.

    Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
    • Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
    • Research topics in area of expertise.
    • Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.

    Working with Computers

      Making Decisions and Solving Problems
      • Select educational materials or equipment.

      Thinking Creatively
      • Design websites or web applications.
      • Develop instructional objectives.

      Getting Information

        Analyzing Data or Information

          Processing Information
          • Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials.

          Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

            Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
            • Plan community programs or activities for the general public.

            Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

              Coaching and Developing Others

                Developing Objectives and Strategies

                  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
                  • Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.
                  • Advise students on academic or career matters.

                  Documenting/Recording Information
                  • Develop instructional materials.
                  • Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.
                  • Write grant proposals.

                  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
                  • Direct activities of subordinates.
                  • Direct department activities.
                  • Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
                  • Supervise laboratory work.
                  • Supervise student research or internship work.

                  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

                    Communicating with People Outside the Organization

                      Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

                        Developing and Building Teams

                          Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

                            Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

                              Scheduling Work and Activities

                                Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

                                  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People
                                  • Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
                                  • Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.
                                  • Evaluate student work.
                                  • Prepare tests.


                                  Exclude this category Tools

                                  Compact disk players or recorders
                                  • Compact disk CD players

                                  Microphones
                                  • Handheld microphones
                                  • Wireless microphones

                                  Multimedia projectors
                                  • Computer projectors
                                  • Multimedia projection equipment

                                  Portable data input terminals
                                  • Interactive whiteboard controllers
                                  • Student response systems

                                  Televisions
                                  • Liquid crystal display LCD televisions
                                  • Television monitors

                                  Technology

                                  Computer based training software
                                  • Blackboard Learn
                                  • Course management system software
                                  • Desire2Learn LMS software
                                  • Learning management system LMS
                                  • Moodle
                                  • Sakai CLE

                                  Data base user interface and query software
                                  • Blackboard software
                                  • Database software
                                  • Microsoft Access

                                  Development environment software
                                  • C
                                  • Microsoft Visual Basic
                                  • Programming languages
                                  • Software development tools

                                  Object or component oriented development software
                                  • C#
                                  • C++
                                  • Microsoft Visual Basic.NET
                                  • Oracle Java
                                  • Python

                                  Operating system software
                                  • Linux
                                  • Operating system software
                                  • UNIX