Question 1

____ is a benefit offered by vendor-sponsored certifications.

Accepted Answer

A)  Access to technical information 
B)  Automatic notification of updates 
C)  Access to beta products 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Access to technical information 
B)  Automatic notification of updates 
C)  Access to beta products 
D)  All of the above

Question 2

Job titles in the technical services area of an IT department include all of the following EXCEPT ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  database administrator 
B)  graphic designer/illustrator 
C)  Web graphic designer 
D)  e-commerce administrator 
A)  database administrator 
B)  graphic designer/illustrator 
C)  Web graphic designer 
D)  e-commerce administrator

Question 3

____, which is a main area of an IT department, directs the planning, research, development, evaluation, and integration of technology.

Accepted Answer

A)  Management 
B)  Training 
C)  Operations 
D)  Technical services 
A)  Management 
B)  Training 
C)  Operations 
D)  Technical services

Question 4

The ____________________ is a scientific and educational organization dedicated to advancing knowledge and proficiency of information technology.

Accepted Answer

ACM,Associ

Question 5

People who may be interested in ____ include Internet and intranet managers, Internet service provider staff, network administrators, Webmasters, Web developers, and Web programmers.

Accepted Answer

A)  computer forensics certification 
B)  application software certification 
C)  Internet certification 
D)  operating systems certification 
A)  computer forensics certification 
B)  application software certification 
C)  Internet certification 
D)  operating systems certification

Question 6

Flexible ____ programs help professionals prepare for certification at their own pace and supplement other training methods.

Accepted Answer

A)  self-study 
B)  online training 
C)  instructor-led training 
D)  Web resource 
A)  self-study 
B)  online training 
C)  instructor-led training 
D)  Web resource

Question 7

Most certification programs require academic coursework.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Corporations usually require more educational background for trainers than educational institutions require for instructors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Professional organizations that are influential in the computer industry are the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  Association of Personal Computer User Groups (APCUG) and Java User Group (JUG) 
B)  Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) 
C)  Linux Users Groups WorldWide (LUGWW) and Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 
D)  all of the above 
A)  Association of Personal Computer User Groups (APCUG) and Java User Group (JUG) 
B)  Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) 
C)  Linux Users Groups WorldWide (LUGWW) and Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 
D)  all of the above

Question 10

People who may be interested in ____ include hardware service technicians, network consultants, network managers, network engineers, and system administrators.

Accepted Answer

A)  computer forensics certification 
B)  application software certification 
C)  networking certification 
D)  operating system certification 
A)  computer forensics certification 
B)  application software certification 
C)  networking certification 
D)  operating system certification

Question 11

The ____________________ field consists of companies that develop, manufacture, and support a wide range of computer software.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____________________ field consists of companies that...

Question 12

____, which is a main area in an IT department, evaluates and integrates new technologies, administers an organization's data resources, and supports the centralized computer operating system or servers.

Accepted Answer

A)  Operations 
B)  Training 
C)  Technical services 
D)  System development and programming 
A)  Operations 
B)  Training 
C)  Technical services 
D)  System development and programming

Question 13

Discuss the process of selecting a certification. Include a list of the factors to consider in the selection process.

Accepted Answer

Certifications are not the same with res

Question 14

Match between columns
                        Premises: For anyone employed or simply interested in the computer industry, this can be an effective and rewarding way to learn about and continue career development.
A challenging job for people who like to troubleshoot and solve problems and have a strong background in electronics.
A computer forensics certification sponsored by the International Information Systems Forensics Association.
A hardware certification sponsored by the National Association of Communication System Engineers.
Ensures quality and workmanship standards and is one way companies can help ensure their workforce remains up-to-date with respect to computers and technology.
A suitable entry-level job for students majoring in computers.
Many computer equipment manufacturers include this kind of software with their computer equipment that assists computer technicians in identifying problems.
The computer equipment field is well known for the many of this kind of company, which the industry spawns each year.
Here, certification examinations are taken using computers, which process the results as a test is taken.
May offer advanced training opportunities to certificate holders.
Many companies hire this category of professional to fill in for an employee on an extended leave of absence.
Type of program that typically requires its majors to have strong mathematics and physics backgrounds.
Allows the number and order of the test questions to be modified to correspond to each individual's progress and demonstrated ability.
Educational requirements for this job are less stringent than they are for other jobs in the computer field.
Certifications usually are classified based on the one to which they most closely relate.
An operating system certification sponsored by Red Hat that tests basic knowledge of setting up and managing a Linux operating system.
Curriculum that typically emphasizes application programming, instead of system development.
High demand has led to a shortage of this kind of professional, as people are increasingly lured to private industry by the promise of higher pay.
Another name for an application software certification.
Some hold their own training sessions and also authorize independent training centers.

Accepted Answer

The Answer of sponsors and IT consultant and computer industry is...

Question 15

Figure 15-4 Most popular computer publications also have Web sites to visit for news about the latest developments in the computer industry.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Figure 15-1 Software analysts like the one in Figure 15-1 need a thorough understanding of the products available, and need to know how to discuss computers without using jargon.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Figure 15-1 Computer salespeople like the one in Figure 15-1 generally ignore a buyer s needs and simply provide the hardware and software available.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Define certification and its function in the computer fiel
d. Include a discussion of the benefits of certification.

Accepted Answer

Certification is the process of verifyin

Question 19

____________________ is a programming certification sponsored by Sun that tests basic knowledge of the Java programming language.

Accepted Answer

Sun Certif

Question 20

____ is a hardware certification sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association that tests entry-level knowledge of personal computer setup, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting; basic networking skills; and system software.

Accepted Answer

A)  A+ 
B)  CAN 
C)  NNT 
D)  MCPD 
A)  A+ 
B)  CAN 
C)  NNT 
D)  MCPD

____ is a benefit offered by vendor-sponsored certifications.

Job titles in the technical services area of an IT department include all of the following EXCEPT ____.

____, which is a main area of an IT department, directs the planning, research, development, evaluation, and integration of technology.

The ____________________ is a scientific and educational organization dedicated to advancing knowledge and proficiency of information technology.

People who may be interested in ____ include Internet and intranet managers, Internet service provider staff, network administrators, Webmasters, Web developers, and Web programmers.

Flexible ____ programs help professionals prepare for certification at their own pace and supplement other training methods.

Most certification programs require academic coursework.

Corporations usually require more educational background for trainers than educational institutions require for instructors.

Professional organizations that are influential in the computer industry are the ____.

People who may be interested in ____ include hardware service technicians, network consultants, network managers, network engineers, and system administrators.

The ____________________ field consists of companies that develop, manufacture, and support a wide range of computer software.

____, which is a main area in an IT department, evaluates and integrates new technologies, administers an organization's data resources, and supports the centralized computer operating system or servers.

Discuss the process of selecting a certification. Include a list of the factors to consider in the selection process.

Figure 15-4 Most popular computer publications also have Web sites to visit for news about the latest developments in the computer industry.

Figure 15-1 Software analysts like the one in Figure 15-1 need a thorough understanding of the products available, and need to know how to discuss computers without using jargon.

Figure 15-1 Computer salespeople like the one in Figure 15-1 generally ignore a buyer s needs and simply provide the hardware and software available.

Define certification and its function in the computer fiel d. Include a discussion of the benefits of certification.

____________________ is a programming certification sponsored by Sun that tests basic knowledge of the Java programming language.

____ is a hardware certification sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association that tests entry-level knowledge of personal computer setup, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting; basic networking skills; and system software.

Introduction to Computers

The Internet and World Wide Web

Application Software

The Components of the System Unit

Input

Output

Storage

Operating Systems and Utility Programs

Communications and Networks

Database Management

Computer Security, Ethics, and Privacy

Information System Development

Programming Languages and Program Development

Enterprise Computing

Filters

Exam 15: Computer Careers and Certification

____ is a benefit offered by vendor-sponsored certifications.

Job titles in the technical services area of an IT department include all of the following EXCEPT ____.

____, which is a main area of an IT department, directs the planning, research, development, evaluation, and integration of technology.

The ____________________ is a scientific and educational organization dedicated to advancing knowledge and proficiency of information technology.

People who may be interested in ____ include Internet and intranet managers, Internet service provider staff, network administrators, Webmasters, Web developers, and Web programmers.

Flexible ____ programs help professionals prepare for certification at their own pace and supplement other training methods.

Most certification programs require academic coursework.

Corporations usually require more educational background for trainers than educational institutions require for instructors.

Professional organizations that are influential in the computer industry are the ____.

People who may be interested in ____ include hardware service technicians, network consultants, network managers, network engineers, and system administrators.

The ____________________ field consists of companies that develop, manufacture, and support a wide range of computer software.

____, which is a main area in an IT department, evaluates and integrates new technologies, administers an organization's data resources, and supports the centralized computer operating system or servers.

Discuss the process of selecting a certification. Include a list of the factors to consider in the selection process.

Figure 15-4 Most popular computer publications also have Web sites to visit for news about the latest developments in the computer industry.

Figure 15-1 Software analysts like the one in Figure 15-1 need a thorough understanding of the products available, and need to know how to discuss computers without using jargon.

Figure 15-1 Computer salespeople like the one in Figure 15-1 generally ignore a buyer s needs and simply provide the hardware and software available.

Define certification and its function in the computer fiel d. Include a discussion of the benefits of certification.

____________________ is a programming certification sponsored by Sun that tests basic knowledge of the Java programming language.

____ is a hardware certification sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association that tests entry-level knowledge of personal computer setup, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting; basic networking skills; and system software.

Introduction to Computers

The Internet and World Wide Web

Application Software

The Components of the System Unit

Input

Output

Storage

Operating Systems and Utility Programs

Communications and Networks

Database Management

Computer Security, Ethics, and Privacy

Information System Development

Programming Languages and Program Development

Enterprise Computing

Filters