Part I:Oracle Academy andCareer Clusters

Agenda

• Part I: Oracle and Career Clusters• Part II: IT Career Pathway Options• Part III: Sample Program of Study• Part IV: Oracle Academy Program Details

Managing and delivering data reliably, economically, and securely

Oracle Corporation• Founded in 1977• $13 billion company• Employees 48,000+• Annual R&D over $2 Billion

Core Competency

Oracle Academy

• Objective• Prepare students for career pathways in

Business and Information Technology (IT) by teaching them database and employability skills

• Model• Engage students in a rigorous course of study by

challenging them to master high-level thinking skills in real-world, unpredictable situations

Shared Goals

• Higher achievement• Successful transition between secondary

education, post-secondary education and/or employment

• Better prepared to succeed in career• Promotes/supports economic development to

increase productivity

Part II:Career Pathway Options

Career Pathway Options

1. Database Specialist• Includes Database Administrator, Database Developer,

Data Modeler

2. Computer Software Engineer-Applications• Includes Computer Programmer

3. Systems Analyst• Includes Computer & Information Systems Manager,

Computer Software Engineer-Systems, Network Systems and Data Communications Analyst

4. Web Programmer

IT Jobs Super Highway

Database Specialist

Systems Analyst

Computer Software Engineer

Web Programmer

Database Specialist

• Responsible for designing, creating, maintaining, optimizing and securing database systems that support business objectives

• Requires 2-year degree and certification• National Outlook

• Growing much faster than the average (38%)• 40,000 new jobs (Through 2014)• $29.78 median wage per hour/$61,950 annually

• New Mexico Outlook• Growing much faster than the average (48%)• 260 news jobs (Through 2012)• $23.63 median wage per hour/$49,800 annually

Computer Software Engineer-Applications

• Responsible for developing software solutions that meet specific customer needs.

• Requires 4-year degree• National Outlook

• Growing much faster than the average (48%)• 222,400 new jobs (Through 2014)• $36.69 median wage per hour/$76,300 annually

• New Mexico Outlook• Growing much faster than the average (43%)• 600 news jobs (Through 2012)• $29.85 median wage per hour/$62,100 annually

Systems Analyst

• Responsible for analyzing, developing and maintaining computer systems (includes hardware, software, networks, and databases)

• Requires 4-year degree + certification portfolio

• National Outlook

• Growing much faster than the average (31%)

• 153,000 new jobs (Through 2014)

• $32.46 median wage per hour/$67,500 annually

• New Mexico Outlook

• Growing much faster than the average (34%)

• 620 news jobs (Through 2012)

• $28.21 median wage per hour/$58,700 annually

Web Programmer

• Responsible for developing web-based programs that satisfy business objectives (internal and external)

• Requires 2-year degree + certification portfolio• National Outlook

• Growing slower than the average (2%)• 9,000 new jobs (Through 2014)• $30.28 median wage per hour/$63,000 annually

• New Mexico Outlook• Growing slower than the average (16%)• 270 news jobs (Through 2012)• $28.76 median wage per hour/$59,800 annually

• Bridge course

Part III:Detailed Programs of Study

New Mexico

• Cluster: Information Technology

• Pathway: Information Support and Services

• Program of Associates in Computer Study: Information Systems

• Key points: Students earn entry level certifications as well as dual and

articulated credit

Oracle Curriculum Mapping

• Of the 68 IT Cluster Knowledge and Skill Statements:

• Over 31% are covered in detail• Over 23% are covered• Over 37% provide an introduction or integrate

content • Less than 10% of the IT Cluster Knowledge and

Skill Statements are not applicable to Oracle

Part IV:Academy Program Details

Grant Opportunity

• Over $130,000 TO EACH SCHOOL• professional development, software, support and services

• Online courses • easily integrated into your current IT offerings meeting or

exceeding most state standards

• Professional development • includes classes taught by certified Oracle instructors,

year-round mentors, lodging and meals

• Hosted Oracle Technology• Use existing computer lab w/ Internet connectivity. No

extra hardware or software required

Oracle Online Curriculum

• Each course contains complete lessons, instructor guides, quizzes and assessments.

Course Title Hours CertificationDatabase Programming with SQL

180 OCA Exam 1 of 2

Database Programming with PL/SQL

90 OCA Exam 2 of 2

Oracle Rigor and Relevance

0102030405060708090100

Knowledge TaxonomyMapped to Oracle Lessons

and Exercises

Knowledge

Comprehension

Application

Analysis

Synthesis

Evaluation

Oracle Student Competition

•Capstone project•Global interaction•Industry experts evaluate•Scholarships awarded

Project Summary•Research and select a local business •Identify the company’s business needs •Create a conceptual data model•Application of knowledge in real-world, unpredictable

situation

Quadrant D: ADAPTATION

(High Rigor/High Relevance)The ability to think in complex

ways and apply acquired knowledge and skills even when

confronted with perplexing unknowns.

Dr. Willard Daggett, PresidentInternational Center for Leadership in Education

RIGOR AND RELEVANCE FRAMEWORK

Professional Development

• The Cornerstone• The Method

• 60-80 hours online• 50 hours in-class (Instructor’s Institute) • Taught by experienced Academy instructors

and Oracle’s professional instructor’s

• Instructor’s Institute Details• July 2007

• Up to 10 graduate credits available

Oracle Hosted Technology

• Cutting-edge Technology• Oracle Database 10g• Oracle iLearning • Oracle HTML DB

• No database server required

• Use existing computer lab and/or access from anywhere

• No additional cost

Oracle Academy Options

Course Title Highlights CostDatabase Programming with SQL

• Online curriculum

• Professional development

• Hosted Oracle technology

• Year round Instructor support

$2000

Database Programming with PL/SQL

– new for 2007

• Online curriculum

• Professional development

• Hosted Oracle technology

• Year round Instructor support

$1500

Database Administration – new for 2008

• Online curriculum

• Professional development

• Hosted Oracle technology

• Year round Instructor support

TBD

Oracle Academy Options

• All options:• Small annual renewal fee: $500• Registration Deadline = March 30, 2007

Course Title Highlights CostHosted Database • Access to Oracle hosted

enterprise database

• Online application development

• Unlimited student accounts

$500

Oracle Software • Licensed software for local installation

• Integrate with course offerings

$500

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