Q1-ICT7-2024-2025-Lesson1-SECTORS OF ICT AND ITS CAREER AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES.pdf

ICT 7 QUARTER 1 - LESSON 1 SECTORS OF ICT AND ITS CAREER AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES  LEARNING COMPETENCIES 1. The learners analyze the various sectors of ICT and evaluate the potential career and business prospects relevant to their future career choices. 2. Discuss the emerging trends an...

ICT 7 QUARTER 1 - LESSON 1 SECTORS OF ICT AND ITS CAREER AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES  LEARNING COMPETENCIES 1. The learners analyze the various sectors of ICT and evaluate the potential career and business prospects relevant to their future career choices. 2. Discuss the emerging trends and issues in ICT.  LEARNING OBJECTIVES At the end of the lesson, the learners are expected to: 1. Identify various ICT sectors and potential career and business opportunities; 2. Identify the various trends in ICT that may contribute to developments in the ICT industry and Entrepreneurial activities; 3. Create graphic organizers on the different ICT Sectors’ career and business opportunities; 4. Examine skills and competencies related to ICT career and business opportunities; 5. Identify the issues that may hamper any progress in the ICT industry; 6. Value the significance of ICT Sectors to future career or business opportunities; 7. Appreciate the significant relevance of the ICT sectors in their future career or business opportunities; and 8. Reflect on the significance of trends and issues in ICT. SECTORS OF ICT AND ITS CAREER AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Computer programming - Programmer/ Web and Game Developer Visual arts – animator/ illustrator/ graphic designer Computer system servicing – computer/ network technician Telecommunication – call center agents/ outbound and inbound agents/ contact center services Unlocking Content Area Vocabulary Animation - A series of pictures or frames created to simulate movement. ICT sectors combine manufacturing and services industries whose products primarily fulfil or enable the function of information processing and communication by electronic means, including transmission and display. Graphic designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. Unlocking Content Area Vocabulary Computer security, cybersecurity, digital security, or information technology security is the protection of computer systems and networks from attacks by malicious actors that may result in unauthorized access. Computer Systems Servicing refers to the process of providing maintenance and support for computer systems. It involves tasks such as installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining computer systems and networks. Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities ICT or Information and Communications Technology stresses the role of unified communications and the integration of telecommunications (telephone lines and wireless signals) and computers, as well as necessary enterprise software, middleware, storage, and audiovisual, that enable users to access, store, transmit, understand, and manipulate information. Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities The creation, production, commercialization, and widespread use of new technology are the major operations carried out by the manufacturing and service sectors that comprise the ICT sector. ICT skills are becoming more in demand, and organizations might benefit from combining these with communication abilities in Public Relations, advertising, and media communications. COMPUTER PROGRAMMING Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities Here are the different preferences when it comes to choosing career paths. It covers career opportunities in ICT sectors such as Programming, Visual Arts, Computer System Servicing, and Telecommunications. COMPUTER PROGRAMMING Programming skills are essential for many technology disciplines but are in especially high demand for software and web development roles. PROGRAMMER professionals who write and test code to enable applications and software programs to run successfully on a computer in order to create instructions for the machine to follow. Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities WHAT DO COMPUTER PROGRAMMERS DO? Writing and testing code for new programs. Computer programmers work closely with web and software developers to write code for new mobile applications or computer programs. Updating existing programs. Programmers also create and install updates for existing software programs. An update might include a bug fix, or enhanced functionality to improve the user experience. Identifying and correcting coding errors. On a daily basis, computer programmers might assist in troubleshooting parts of a website or computer program that are not functioning correctly. Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities WHAT DO COMPUTER PROGRAMMERS DO? Rewriting programs for different operating systems. Often, programmers have to rewrite code in different languages, so that programs and applications can be compatible with different operating systems. Secure programs against cybersecurity threats. Many computer programmers work in the cybersecurity field, helping to identify malicious software and fix software that could be vulnerable to potential hacks. Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities WEB AND GAME DEVELOPER Making interactive, eye-catching experiences is what game development is all about, so maybe that fits you better. However, web development can be a fantastic option if you're passionate about creating websites and web applications as well as working with various technologies. VISUAL ARTS Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities ANIMATOR/ILLUSTRATOR plan, create, develop, and prepare images and diagrams using traditional and digital media, such as drawing, painting, drafting, collage, models, photography, and image capture and manipulation, to convey ideas, make meaning clear, support presentations, and illustrate stories. Source Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities GRAPHIC DESIGNER using computer software or by hand, graphic designers develop visual concepts that convey concepts to audiences in a way that enthralls, inspires, and informs them. They create the overall production design and layout for things like reports, brochures, magazines, and ads. COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING The process of maintaining and supporting computer systems is referred to as computer systems servicing. It includes setting up, adjusting, debugging, and maintaining networks and computer systems. Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities COMPUTER/NETWORK TECHNICIAN examine, test, diagnose, and assess current network systems, including servers, cloud networks, wide area networks (WAN), local area networks (LAN), and other data communications networks. To guarantee that networks run properly and with the least amount of disruption, perform network maintenance. TELECOMMUNICATION Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities TELECOMMUNICATION Transfer data globally in the forms of text, voice, audio, or video are referred to as telecoms companies. Sectors of ICT and Its Career and Business Opportunities CALL CENTER AGENTS/OUTBOUND AND INBOUND AGENTS /CONTACT CENTER SERVICES calls from clients arrive at an inbound call center. As incoming calls are usually from current clients who have problems or inquiries, support teams usually keep an eye on inbound centers. On the other hand, an outbound call center calls customers on their behalf.  Identify which sector interests you the most and why. "Think about the ICT sector that interests you the most. Why do you like this sector? What career opportunities do you want to pursue?" PERFORMANCE TASK REFLECTION Use the following statements below to complete the reflection. Write your answers on your notebook. I have learned that ____________. Ten years from now, I would like to become _______. I am grateful to learn about __________________. END OF LESSON 1