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Information Technology Careers. Database Administrator. Median annual earnings of computer and information scientists, research, were $85,190 in May 2004. The middle 50 percent earned between $64,860 and $108,440.
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Database Administrator • Median annual earnings of computer and information scientists, research, were $85,190 in May 2004. The middle 50 percent earned between $64,860 and $108,440. • Coordinate changes to computer databases, test and implement the database applying knowledge of database management systems. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases.
Interesting Facts about this IT Career • Computer scientists and database administrators held about 507,000 jobs in 2004, including about 66,000 who were self-employed. • Careers in database administration are expected to increase by over 50% in Delaware between 1998 and 2008.
Skills Required for this IT Career • Good communication Skills • Interpersonal skills
Education Required for this IT Career • Need Associate and/or Bachelor’s Degree Helpful High school courses • Sciences, Mathematics, English, Computer Applications, Programming
Reference • http://stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos042.htm • http://techprep.dtcc.edu/it/dba.html