“If you are interested in computers and like solving problems, this could be the perfect job for you.”

IT engineers or support technicians help to find and correct software and hardware problems for computer users.

To work in the role, you will need to have a wide knowledge of operating systems. You'll also need to know about networking, hardware and software. And you'll be able to explain problems and solutions clearly to non-technical users.

If you have a good working knowledge of computer systems, you could begin as a trainee technician or engineer. You may improve your career prospects by gaining IT qualifications.

Skills you'll learn at South Devon College

• network and systems architecture, management and security
• communication and employment skills
• improved maths, English and IT
• ability to analyse your own work
• ability to work to a deadline

Your future

• Almost 85% of science, research, engineering and technology roles will require qualifications at level 3 or above.
• 22,000 new jobs will be created nationally in the information technology sector by 2020 – a 3% increase on 2010 totals, 795,000 in total
• 97% of Computing students moved forward into a positive destination, including employment, apprenticeships and further study

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