| While the term IT (information technology) is widely accepted and easily recognised, the term ICT is still relatively unknown. ICT stands for 'information and communications technology' and covers all forms of electronic and computer systems engineering, computer and communications equipment, and programming. Currently, skilled ICT people are greatly in demand as the industry faces a skills shortage. If you have the slightest interest in ICT, whether it be software or hardware related, you should go for it! Below is a report from the Australian government that shows the growing number of job vacancies in ICT. With drops only occurring during the Christmas period, it is clear to see that the number of vacancies is continuously rising. 
Source: http://www.workplace.gov.au Technology is a major part of every industry. There are a multitude of different and exciting careers that need to be filled and Box Hill Institute will help get you there. Potential careers may include: - Networking specialist
- Technical support
- Web designer
- Electronics engineer
- Programmer
- Systems administrator
- Computer analyst
- IT educator.
Meet an electronic engineer. For more detailed information go to ‘Computing and IT’. According to a survey carried out by My Career, not only are ICT employees in demand, but the salary can be very attractive. Consider that the average Australian salary is $63,675: compare this with the average ICT salary. Technology is consistently evolving and is essential to the way the world operates. A career in ICT is more than just a career: it gives you the unique opportunity to help shape the future. Take a look at our ICT careers video. You can start playing it by clicking on the picture above. (You will need Adobe Flash Player 8 to view the video. If you don't have the player, you can download it free of charge from http://www.adobe.com/products/flashplayer/.) For more information or to book a presentation about ICT for your school, please email us or phone 9286 9837. |
