Computer Programmers and Interactive Media Developers
Other titles : interactive media developer, multimedia programmer, programmer analyst, software developer
Details
Description :
Computer programmers write, modify, integrate and test computer code for microcomputer and mainframe software applications, data processing applications, operating systems-level software and communications software. Interactive media developers write, modify, integrate and test computer code for internet applications, computer-based training software, computer games, film, video and other interactive media. They are employed in computer software development firms, information technology consulting firms and in information technology units throughout the private and public sectors.
Main duties :
Computer programmers
- write, modify, integrate and test software code;
- maintain existing computer programs by making modifications as required;
- identify and communicate technical problems, processes and solutions;
- prepare reports, manuals and other documentation on the status, operation and maintenance of software;
- assist in the collection and documentation of user's requirements;
- assist in the development of logical and physical specifications;
- research and evaluate a variety of software products.
Interactive media developers
- program animation software to predefined specifications for interactive CDs, DVDs, video game cartridges and internet-based applications;
- program special effects software for film and video applications;
- write, modify, integrate and test software code for e-commerce and other internet applications;
- assist in the collection and documentation of user's requirements;
- assist in the development of logical and physical specifications;
- research and evaluate a variety of interactive media software products.
Regions where this career
has the best propspects:
- Centre-du-Québec
- Montérégie
- Chaudière-Appalaches
- Laval
- Lanaudière
- Laurentides
- Montréal
- Outaouais
- Mauricie
- Capitale-Nationale
- Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
Training
Diploma of College Studies (DCS)
Computer Science Technology
Program length: 3 years
Program Objectives
Specialization A - Administrative Data Processing
By the end of the program, the programmer will be able to organize and use data; correct programs; analyze the features of the information systems of various companies with a view to developing computer-aided solutions; develop conceptual models using the structured approach; exploit the possibilities of a networked computing environment; create and use databases; make functional improvements to an application; ensure the quality of an application; use multimedia processing utilitiesprovide technical support and training to users; install an application; design and develop an application in a database and in a graphics environment; and to design and develop a hypermedia application within internal and global networks.
Specialization B - Industrial Data Processing
By the end of the program the student will be qualified to analyze an industrial production environment; analyze the potential of an industrial peripheral; organize and store the data of an industrial system; create a communications link between an industrial system's hardware and software; develop a data transfer interface between industrial applications; develop an industrial application; conduct integration and stress tests; analyze an industrial system; diagnose and resolve the performance problems of an industrial system; develop and deliver an application suite for an industrial system.
Specialization C - Network Management
By the end of the program, the student will be qualified to use an algorighmic approach; analyse the architecture of a computer network; choose hardware; optimize teh functionalities of an operating system on a computer; ensure the security of a computer network's hardware and software; manage a computer population; manage a computer network; choose software; manage their time and ensure the quality of their work; provide technical support to network users; ensure the evolution of the computer network; diagnose and resolve network problems; set up a server; set up Internet-related technologies and services; plan the installation of a computer network; install a computer network; manage a computer network.
Where this progam is available