Informatics with its specializations now plays a leading and increasingly important role in the developments of technology and science at an international level. Informatics professions require investigative and creative thinking, inventiveness, imagination, organizational and research skills, methodical work and a high level of education and continuous training in the subject and new technologies. Graduates can work in businesses, organizations, educational units, etc., as well as in organizations that use IT products and services.
Specialty: Information Technology Applications
Technician Emphasizes Database Management Systems, as well as Information Systems Applications & Maintenance Issues. Some of the fields of the Information Technology Applications Programmer-Technician: The Information Technology Applications Technician has an understanding of Software and Programming knowledge. Substantial knowledge of Electronic computers (hardware and software) and computer networks. He is a Programmer of devices, computers, small or large Applications (Applications). The Information Technology Applications Technician designs and develops applications related to the Internet and the technologies of the World Wide Web (web applications). Designs and creates websites (WEB SITES), creates databases with Internet applications, develops distance learning applications, e-commerce, etc. The programmer, Information Technology Application Technician today has many professional possibilities such as: Systems administrator in companies and organizations (system administrator) Research, design and development of new software programs with various programming languages. Creation of technical specifications and test plans that will show how their programs will be developed to meet the requirements of the project. Testing new programs and detecting errors. Development of existing programs by analyzing and identifying areas that need modification. Interoperability of existing software products and connecting incompatible platforms, Inspection of new technologies. Maintenance of systems by monitoring and correcting software errors. Perform tasks with other staff members, such as program managers, graphic designers, systems analysts, and sales and marketing professionals. Obtain feedback, e.g., provide advice to customers and colleagues on the maintenance and performance of software systems and questions.
Specialty: Computer and Computer Network Technician
Emphasizes Technical Support of Information Systems (installation, maintenance), as well as Technical Sales Issues. Graduates of these specialties specialize in the installation, support, management, maintenance and utilization of systems, in the sale, installation and support of IT services and products and Internet equipment, in the development of simple multimedia and Internet applications. The Computer and Network Technician is the specialized professional who, utilizing the capabilities of Information Technology and Telecommunications, can undertake the design, installation and maintenance of a computer network. He can provide Administrative Support at the network level (Network Administrator) and proceed with repair or replacement procedures when necessary.
Professional Rights Graduates of EPAL in the Computer Science specialty can participate in Public Sector competitions, holding the ECDL certification as an additional qualification. Continuing Studies - Professional Development The total duration of study is 3 years and level of study 3 (L.3475/2006). EPAL graduates A Vocational High School Certificate equivalent to that of the General High School and a Level 3 Specialty Degree are awarded. Through the Panhellenic Examinations, the candidate can continue his studies in Tertiary Education (HEI and TEI). Furthermore, EPAL graduates have the opportunity to enroll in IEKs and, by priority, in departments of a corresponding or similar specialty to the specialty of their degree.
Employment Sectors and Job Market Prospects The Computer and Network Technician can be employed in the public or private sector and in various professional activities such as: Computer Support (PC, Laptops, etc.) Network Technical Support Computer Systems Technical Support Promotion and Sales of IT Products Web Site and Eshop Construction / Management Software Application Development In particular, he can work in: Businesses, Public or Private Organizations that use IT products and services. Businesses that manufacture or support IT products. Businesses that promote - sell e-commerce products or IT services. Mobile telephony companies. Telecommunications hardware and software production companies. Software manufacturing companies. Internet Service Providers Companies that manufacture or import, install and support computer systems. Businesses that have websites (web sites) or e-shops on the Internet. Possibility of admission to TEIs, A.S.P.A.I.T.E., Higher Military Schools for Non-Commissioned Officers, Police Schools and Merchant Marine Academy Schools with special entrance exams.
