Jun 23, 2022 | Jobs, Salary, STEM, Trade Schools
What does a computer programmer do? As a computer programmer your job description may include anything from this list: Review the written program and confirm its requirements Prepare the workflow Use computer language such as C++, Java, Ruby on Rails, Python to move...
Sep 10, 2021 | Skilled Trades, STEM, Trade Schools
What is STEM? – Science, technology, engineering, and math, the four building blocks of the STEM careers. STEM is everywhere; but, what is it and why is STEM so important? Oh, and while we’re asking questions, what skilled trade careers would also be considered...
Sep 10, 2021 | Jobs, Salary, STEM, Trade Schools
While driving through rural landscapes, majestic steel windmill structures (wind turbines) often dot the horizon. As wind passes the blades of a wind turbine lift is created, causing a rotor to turn. The low speed shaft of the rotor is connected by gears with a high...
Aug 2, 2021 | Skilled Trades, STEM, Trade Schools
Technical drafting is also referred to as technical drawing. It’s a drawing that is used to represent an idea or plan detailing the process of how to carry it out. Like technical writing, technical drafting leaves no room for imagination; it visually spells things out...
May 7, 2021 | Jobs, Salary, Skilled Trades, STEM
Computer support specialists work in many different types of industries, from retail to government. Since technology is in a constant state of change, you will always need to be aware of the new processes and standards. You will be working with both old and new...
Oct 14, 2020 | Money, Skilled Trades, STEM, Trade Schools
There are some scholarships specifically for Women entering the skilled trade and technical fields. There are also woman-specific scholarships available for those entering the culinary arts career field, such as those awarded by the Culinary Institute of America...
Feb 2, 2019 | Electrical, Jobs, Salary, STEM, Trade Schools
What does a communications technician do? If there’s a need for an equipment install or issue, then the communications technician is the one doing it and solving the problem. Example communications technician duties include: Setting up equipment in both new and old...
Dec 2, 2018 | Jobs, Salary, STEM, Trade Schools
What does a computer scientist do? Computer scientists innovate the technology that makes our lives simpler through the way computers and humans communicate. Analyze all the issues with computers and brainstorm how to take care of them. Write algorithms when designing...
Aug 20, 2018 | Electrical, Jobs, Mechanic, Salary, Skilled Trades, STEM, Trade Schools
What does a geological technician do? Geological or petroleum technicians assist scientists and engineers, they specialize in either lab work or fieldwork. Some geological technicians work in an office setting where they analyze all the data. Your daily duties as a...
Aug 16, 2018 | Skilled Trades, STEM, Trade Schools
What does an environmental science and protection technician do? If there is some type of contamination or pollution making people ill, it’s up to environmental science and protection technicians to help find the cause and solution. Daily duties will include:...
