The computer network specialist certificate consists of a core of courses which provide job entry skills in the programming and operation of computer equipment. This certificate can also be the foundation for advancement to higher level positions in an expanding field. Instruction includes hands-on system experience. Work and Employment Working from operating instructions prepared by programmers or operation managers, computer operators set controls on the computer and other equipment required to run particular jobs.
Computer operators load the equipment with tapes, disks and paper as needed.
They monitor the computer console and respond to operating and computer messages.