COMPUTER SCIENCE Jessica Rogers, Sarah Bell, David Fiala

Who is a “computer scientist”? What do they do? Where do they work? How much do they make? What kind of future is in it? What is Computer Science?

 Computer science (CS) spans the range from theory through programming to cutting-edge development of computing solutions.  The work of computer scientists falls into three categories:  designing and building software  developing effective ways to solve computing problems, such as storing information in databases, sending data over networks or providing new approaches to security problems  devising new and better ways of using computers and addressing particular challenges in areas such as robotics, computer vision, or digital forensics  Most computer science programs require some mathematical background.

Who is a “computer scientist”? What do they do? Where do they work? How much do they make? What kind of future is in it? What is Computer Science?

Stereotypical Computer Scientist:  Socially awkward?  Geek?  Nerd?  WoW player?

Actual (future) Computer Scientists  Yeah, okay…a little nerdy – sometimes.  But overall, we’re pretty normal.

Actual Computer Scientists

Who is a “computer scientist”? What do they do? Where do they work? How much do they make? What kind of future is in it? What is Computer Science?

Robotics Would you like me to draw your portrait? … Okay, please switch on the light, and give me my pen.

Augmented Reality

Other Jobs…  Information Technician (IT)  Web Developer  Video Games (tester/developer/etc.)  Software Development/Testing  Professor  Computer Forensics  Electrical Engineer  Graphic Designer  Hackers (The good kind, of course…)

Who is a “computer scientist”? What do they do? Where do they work? How much do they make? What kind of future is in it? What is Computer Science?

Typical CS Jobs  Computer Companies  Microsoft  Yahoo!  Apple  Google  Intel  Tech Support  System Administrator  Gaming Companies  Blizzard  Nintendo  Ubisoft  EA Games  “Cubicle Jobs”

Non-Standard CS Opportunities  Medical Offices  Psychological  Airports  Schools  Human Resources  Statistical Analysis  Telecommunications  Military Bases

Google  Not your conventional company.  Want to maintain a small-company feel.  Offices around the globe.  Average Salary: $95,000 – 110,000  annual bonuses ranging $20,000 – 45,000

Who is a “computer scientist”? What do they do? Where do they work? How much do they make? What kind of future is in it? What is Computer Science?

How much do they make?  Averages (salary offered upon graduation)  Computer Science $59,873  Software Design $65,379  Basic Liberal Arts $33,258  Top 5 Recession-Proof Jobs 1. Computer Systems Analyst 2. Network Systems Analyst 3. Network Systems Admin 4. Registered Nurse 5. Post-Secondary Education source: Chicago Times, 11/04/08

Who is a “computer scientist”? What do they do? Where do they work? How much do they make? What kind of future is in it? What is Computer Science?

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MTSU Computer Science Summer Camp  MTSU Computer Science hold three summer camps this summer.  When: July 11 – July 15  Where: MTSU Campus  Topics:  Alice, Robotics, and Multimedia  Cost  FREE  $50 to each participant at the end of the camp

MTSU Computer Science Summer Camp  Who can apply  Incoming high school students in Fall 2011  How to apply   Copy some pictures of previous summer camp here  x.html