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Chapter 21: Search for Stability
"Computer Careers"

Introduction
     In this chapter, you learned about technological and scientific advances during the 1950s—most notably the development of the computer. Go to the Internet to learn more about the computer industry.

Destination Title: Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Directions
Start at the Bureau of Labor Statistics Career Information home page.
  • Click on the Math icon.
  • Click on Computer Scientist.
  • Read the text and answer the following questions.
1. What is the difference between a computer scientist and a systems analyst?


2. How many people held jobs as computer scientists and systems analysts in 1994? Why might that number continue to grow into the next century?


3. Imagine you are a computer scientist. Work with a classmate to outline a computer program for entertainment or business purposes or any other facet of society. Share your outline plan with the class.
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