How do they match: 15-1211.00 - Computer Systems Analysts

Use the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems, such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems.
Use object-oriented programming languages, as well as client and server applications development processes and multimedia and Internet technology.
Analyze information processing or computation needs and plan and design computer systems, using techniques such as structured analysis, data modeling, and information engineering.
Assess the usefulness of pre-developed application packages and adapt them to a user environment.
Confer with clients regarding the nature of the information processing or computation needs a computer program is to address.
Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility so that information can be shared.
Interview or survey workers, observe job performance, or perform the job to determine what information is processed and how it is processed.
Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and program problems.
Read manuals, periodicals, and technical reports to learn how to develop programs that meet staff and user requirements.
Review and analyze computer printouts and performance indicators to locate code problems, and correct errors by correcting codes.
Specify inputs accessed by the system and plan the distribution and use of the results.
Train staff and users to work with computer systems and programs.

How do they match: Computer Systems Analysts