Name: Travina Beaton
Section: ENG 1101, D371
Date: 05/13/15
College: NYCCT

PROJECT # 2

Exploring City Tech’s Computer Engineering Technology Major and a Career in Computer Engineering.

I am Travina Beaton and I am a student at New York City College of Technology. I am currently studying Computer Engineering to acquire a job in that field as my future career. I am looking forward to working for Viacom as an Information Technology Specialist or at Apple as an engineer after I graduate college. This is the best career for me because I am fascinated with technology and computers in particular. I realized that the best way I learn is doing hands-on activities with personal computers. I believe that if I do get a job in this field, it would be my passion instead of a dead end. In the following, I will discuss further on my major and how it will open many opportunities for my career path.
The City Tech Course Catalog mentions that students studying Computer Engineering will take Electromechanical Engineering as an Associates. Electromechanical Engineering allows students to build their own devices, repair, install, upgrade and test mechanical systems in computers. This program will help me learn how to assemble components of computers, such as power supply boxes, and learning electric components such as resistors, capacitors, diodes, and more. It will also help me learn how to read schematic symbols, which are electronic symbols, and draw circuits connecting the symbols. I plan to apply what I learn at City Tech to engineering internships I work for in the future. There are many engineering jobs. The City Tech Article states “Among the employers of the graduates of this program are Con Edison, General Electric (GE), Verizon, Cable Version, Apple, Logic Control, Lutron Electronics, JetBlue, MTA, NYC Transit, NYPD, and the elevator industry”. According to an article written by Roger Moncarz, called “Computer Engineers”, to qualify for a computer engineering job, one “must have strong problem-solving and analytical skills. They also must be able to communicate effectively with team members, other staff, and the customers they meet. And because they often deal with a number of tasks simultaneously, computer engineers must be able to concentrate and pay attention to detail”.

I became fascinated with technology because in my four years of high school, I took A + Computer and was very interested in learning the different components inside the computers and their functions. A+ Computer is general knowledge of PCs, including installation and configuration, hardware and software upgrading, safety procedures, diagnostics, maintenance and repair. At the time, I did not know what I wanted as my career. The class had a lot of hands-on activities with Dell desktops. The activities involved the components on the motherboard and the computer tower. I learned how to connect electrical cables, install processors, hard drives, and many more. The activities made me want to know more about building computers by scratch and installing the electrical components. Unfortunately, my teacher for the A+ computer class did not teach it. After graduating high school, I wanted to learn more in depth on how to build computers. I became confused as to the difference between computer engineering and computer science. According to “Computer Engineering A Good Major?” by a Youtuber named Engineering Truth, “computer science tends to be more on the programming side, how operating systems work, how databases work. While computer engineering, you’re going to focus more on the hardware and how the hardware communicates to the software”. After watching the video, I had figured out that computer engineering would be the ideal major for me.
I realized that I learn better by hands on because as I learned A+ Computer in high school, I almost never paid attention. There were long lectures and a lot of note taking that I never looked back into. The only time I paid attention was when I performed the hands on activities. I took the CompTIA A+ certification test and failed horribly. The CompTIA A+ exam tests your ability to troubleshoot networking and security issues within operating systems such as Android, Windows, Apple, and more. There are two tests, CompTIA A+ 801 and CompTIA A+ 802. As stated in the Wikibook titled “A+ Certification/Basic Exam Info”, ‘The CompTIA A+ 801 and 802 exams both consist of 90 questions each. A passing score on the CompTIA A+ 801 exam is 675, and a passing score on the CompTIA 802 exam is 700’. My score was not anywhere close to 675 on the first exam. Therefore, I did not qualify to take the last test. I did not find networking and software informations interesting. Learning about the hardware caught my attention a lot because I had to learn by doing hands-on activities.
I believe that working in the computer engineering field would be my passion because I find that many people acquire jobs just because of the pay. People do not have the job that they want. Therefore, it causes a lot of dissatisfaction and a feeling of being stuck. These types of people work because they feel as though they are obligated to; it would not matter what job it is, what matters to them is the money. Personally, I do not think that is the way of living. Alyson Shontell, a Buisiness Insider emplyee, mentioned in an article she wrote named “80% Hate Their Jobs — But Should You Choose A Passion Or A Paycheck?”, that unhappy employees try to stick with their jobs. I would not want to be one of those dissatisfied employees. I believe that having passion in what you do brings out motivation and determination to reach the top. If you do not have any passion in your job, you would not want to excel in the field. As Shontell stated in her article, “without passion, people will be choosing between the lesser of two stresses: stress from being unemployed versus the stress of being in a dead-end job”. I think that more people should employ in a job that they would be passionate about. I found my passion when I was just a kid. I often fixed electronics in my home for family. I learned more about engineering from the customer support technicians of the internet providers and computer companies of desktops I have had such as Dell, Optimum, and Direct TV. Every time I needed troubleshooting on my computer or of any cables and wires, I would find information online on how to troubleshoot any problems I had.
My education at City Tech prepares me for my future career by giving me information on how each class that are related to my major would help me on my path to my career as a computer engineer. The Course Catalog shows what classes I would need to take, how many credits I need to advance, the jobs that hire for this field, and many more. It mentally prepares me for what to expect in the future for my college career. In order for me to graduate with an Associate’s degree, I would need 36 credits. The City Tech Course Catalog shows the required classes needed to graduate. This information helps me decide on classes I will take that are required.
This major is ideal for anyone that loves technology and likes to learn by doing hands on activities. Computer Engineering is a blend of electrical engineering and computer science. In result, engineers use knowledge of computer hardware and software to keep up with the latest innovation. I am looking forward to accomplishing my goals in my college career by being determined, focused and continuing to have passion in this field. I believe that is the only way to succeed as a computer engineer.

Works Cited
New York City College of Technology (City Tech). “Computer Engineering Technology”. New York City College of Technology College Catalog 2014-2015. Web. 01 May 2015.

Engineering Truth. “Computer Engineering A Good Major?” Online video clip.                        Youtube. Youtube, 16 July 2013. Web. 02 May 2015.

Shontell, Alyson. “80% Hate Their Jobs — But Should You Choose A Passion Or A Paycheck?”       Business Insider. Business Insider, Inc, 4 Oct. 2010. Web. 02 May 2015.
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United States. “Computer Hardware Engineers.” Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-2015 Edition. Web. 04 May 2015.

Ayesha Javed
Professor Jason W. Ellis
English 1101
May, 11, 2015

 

Choosing and coming to City Tech has opened many doors of opportunities for my career. My name is Ayesha Javed and I am studying Bachelors in Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering Technology. After obtaining my degree in this field I would be pursing my career working for technology companies that I have always wanted to work for in New York. Getting this degree will open up a wide range of jobs for me from semiconductor design and fabrication to operating systems. As said by Oprah Winfrey, “Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you.” which leads us to why I know this is the best career for me. You have to be passionate about everything you want to achieve in your life. Technology has always amazed me and I always wanted to know how computers were built, and worked. What parts did what function and what parts went where in the computer system? Also in this field I know not only do I have many career opportunities but a high range of pay as well. The average salary of a computer engineer in USA is $89,000 per year, which is 97% higher than the average U.S. salary. In Computer Engineering Technology not only must you know how to fix a computer but also how to explain technical things to non-technical people and that is what companies look for in their employees. Deloitte was a company I visited while I was studying Net + at Per Scholas. While being there it attracted me more since that was a company I had always wanted to work for. Deloitte was one of the reasons why I basically “fell in love” with Technology. From being so passionate about this career field I chose, to having my goals set for my future all I lack is the knowledge which I will get at New York City College of Technology. In this essay I will talk about the main things that you should know about Bachelors in Computer Engineering Technology, all the background on it, my reasons to why I chose this as my career and how City Tech will help me prepare and achieve this goal.

 

Computer engineering technology students learn the technical skills they need to help computer engineers design computer hardware and software. Class topics include computer electronics and programming, computer installation and testing, and report writing. Being in this field I will learn to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to broadly-defined engineering technology activities. Also I will have “An ability to select and apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require the application of principles and applied
procedures or methodologies.” (City Tech). Being a student and taking all my required courses will give me the advantage of knowing how to design systems, components or processes for broadly-defined engineering technology. I will be able to work with computers to a far depth and know as much as there is to be known. Besides all the technical abilities that I would have City Tech also teaches you how to apply written, oral and graphical communication skills in both technical and non-technical environments. Having as many more skills as you can makes you more valuable and another set of abilities that City Tech provides you with is ” a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement and the ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.” (City Tech). This leads us to what would be expected when I graduate from this college. “Graduates of the Computer Engineering Technology program are expected to be employed, as engineering technologists or the equivalent, in positions beyond the entry-level for which this program has prepared them.” (City Tech). For progression in and graduation from the Computer Engineering Technology (CEB BTech) program, a minimum grade of ‘C’ is required in the following courses in the major: MAT 1575, MAT 2680, Computer Engineering Technology 3625.Since you have gained all the knowledge that you needed to be qualified as a engineer then you must be able to achieve this goal. This was just an over-view to what my career is and what advantages I would have. Being able to study in this college has given me a lot of hope to moving closer to what I want.

 

“Computer engineering majors are some of the highest paid workers in the country, according to new data analyzed by the Brookings Institution.” (“Computer engineering graduates are some of the top paid workers in the country”, October, 8, 2014). Who doesn’t want to earn money when they are working? That is the only reason we are working so we can get paid not only to pay our bills but fulfill our desires. This was one of the reasons why I chose Computer Engineering as my field because you are considered to get a high pay. My parents have done a lot for me and I want to do something back for them. As much as they would be happy to see me achieving my dreams, I want to do something in return for them so they don’t have to struggle when they are older and money is one factor that would help me achieve this. Students who graduate with engineering degrees across a variety of fields are rewarded with high-paying jobs and have strong earning potential throughout their career. Computer engineering has grown the fastest over the last few decades and computers now permeate our everyday lives. With the increasing demands of computers so are more chances of you being successful in this field. The average salary of a Computer Hardware Engineer is $106,930 annually. Salaries start from $64,620 and go up to $154,810. In this case not only money is earned but more knowledge as well with your experience in this field.

You must be passionate, you must dedicate yourself, and you must be relentless in the pursuit of your goals. If you do, you will be successful. This is what always has derived me to pursue my education in Computer Studies. My mom has always said that always choose what interests you since you will never get bored of it and it will seem more like a hobby rather than a job. You cannot do what you don’t find happiness in. Computers have always amazed me and I have been learning about them since middle school. From the very little parts such as a CMOS battery in the motherboard to all the software’s used to run a computer have always kept my attention. My curiosity has led me to this point that I want to continue my career in this field and as said by Albert Einstein “I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.” Ever since I was a child I wanted to know how things were built and what made them work and as I grew up I realized that I was into Technology and devices even more. In high school I took Computer Studies as a subject and I learned how to make programs and learn different computer languages such as Visual Basic 2010.” Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing and what you love doing. ” (Mubin Ejaz. Personal Interview. 26 March 2015. While being at Per Scholas an institution that I went to, to get my Net + certification I had 500 hours of extensive hand on experience with computers, fixing them, putting and breaking them apart. As hectic it was it gave me joy just to learn how to fix it. These experiences I had made me more passionate about this field and made me want to continue what I was doing. It pushed me further to achieve my goals and get the knowledge I did not have yet about computers.

If you’re convinced that technology can help solve many of the world’s greatest challenges. Driven to make a difference. Eager to make big ideas a reality. Open to learning from preeminent leaders in the business. Searching for a stepping-stone to a bright future. And, above all, if you have confidence in yourself and your abilities, then you basically have the potential to succeed at Deloitte. There are a lot of technology companies out there and I had been to quite several of them but Deloitte attracted me the most and upon achieving my Bachelors Degree I always wanted to work for Deloitte as a Computer Technician.” Technology at Deloitte isn’t simply about using technology for technology’s sake; it’s all about how our clients use technology to achieve their desired business outcomes. Consequently, we require individuals with a passion and enthusiasm for technology and a desire to innovate to solve the unique challenges facing our clients and their business.” (Bill Frauda, “What makes Deloitte different.” March 30 2015). It’s not only about fixing computers as said by Bill Frauda but it’s about how it would give advantage to others as well since it’s not only about taking but giving back to your people. You must know how to interact with people and how to talk with them and I have always been good at that. Deloitte has been one of the most successful companies we know of and still advancing in the field. Being at a company like that you would get to learn so much and so many more doors to opportunities would open up for me. Today business and technology are inextricably linked. And keeping pace with the emerging technology landscape can be difficult for even the most tech-savvy leaders, and that is what Deloitte is for. From the environment, people, to all the experience I will be able to get in that company I would want to work there for every reason there is and I hope to achieve this goal when I get my Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering Technology.

“The Computer Engineering Technology Department takes a multi-disciplinary approach with theoretical and practical foundations in current and emerging technologies. The department is dedicated to prepare students with the fundamentals of electrical technology, electromechanical technology, computer hardware, software, networks, using engineering principles to integrate these technologies to control electromechanical devices, and develop computer controlled and embedded systems.” (Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-15). This is the main things you will get to learn while being enrolled at City Tech and these skills are what employers look for in a candidate when on an interview. Learning all these skills will benefit me in my future since it would give me more chances to get a job that I want in Technology. At City Tech students are prepared for entering into the fields of computer engineering technology related industries and for pursuing an advanced degree. Through excellence in teaching, hands-on laboratories, internship experience, and innovative use of technology, the department provides a friendly atmosphere for each individual where learning, creativity, and personal growth can flourish. The classrooms are equipped with modern computers, embedded system development platform and tools, computer network equipment, simulators, design and application software, and measuring instruments. These are some of the equipment’s which we will use later on in our jobs as well and we would already have practiced on them. Being a student at City Tech I have already learned so much and there is so much more to come. “The Computer Engineering Technology department is proud of having accomplished faculty members who bring a wealth of knowledge from academia, industry, and business. In addition to being experienced teachers in classrooms, Computer Engineering Technology faculty are involved in a wide variety of research activities such as Mobile Robots and Multi-robot Systems, Network Science, Embedded Systems, Conformance Testing, Software Engineering, Control Theory and Application, and etc.” (Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-2015). In this quoted part you are able to see that City Tech doesn’t only give you the knowledge but it gives you the opportunities to explore more into your career and advance. Events like these open up students minds as well as mine and that is more one achievement for students like me who are also doing Computer Engineering. There is a saying by Franco Bacon that “A wise man will make more opportunities than he finds.” but I think that New York City College of Technology will give you all the opportunities that you need.

What can you not do with this degree is the question instead of asking what can you? After getting Bachelors in Computer Engineering Technology it would be a dream come true for my parents and myself. With this degree I will be able to get many job opportunities at companies which include Verizon, Deloitte, Bloomberg and many more. But not only will I be able to get a good job I will save a lot of money as well since I would know how to fix computers I wouldn’t have to spend money on getting them fixed like I do now. This degree would give me advantage in every way possible. If anyone interested in this field would want to learn more they should at least visit some colleges to find out about their programs, and visit technology companies to see if they do interest you. Often working on teams with engineers and designers from other disciplines, computer engineers can contribute to a wide variety of compelling projects. From designing new microchips to developing industrial robots, computer engineers use their skills to help businesses and consumers solve all kinds of problems. With computers integrated in more and more products around the world, a computer engineer’s career choices are nearly limitless. They will be able to explore more exciting new opportunities in their career and this is one thing that I want the most. “No thief, however skillful, can rob one of knowledge, and that is why knowledge is the best and safest treasure to acquire.” as said by L. Frank Baum.

                                  Work Cited

New York City College of Technology (City Tech). “Bachelor of Technology in COMPUTER ENGINEERING Technology ”. New York City College of Technology College Catalog 2014-2015. Web. 27 March 2015.

Mack Gelbordy. “Computer engineering graduates are some of the top paid workers in the country.” Article. October, 8, 2014)

Mubin Ejaz. Personal Interview. 26 March 2015.

Bill Frauda. “What makes Deloitte Different?” Web. 30 March 2015

United States. Computer Engineering. U.S. Department of Tech. Occupational Outlook Handbook. 2014-2015. Web. 23 April 2015

My name is Jo. Jumalon and I am an active student at New York City College of Technology. I am currently pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Computer Engineering Technology. Earning this degree would be a huge step forward in my current career field as a server technician. It would also enhance my skills in the Computer Engineering field, and give me more background knowledge and leverage for when I pursue one of many computer engineering related work in the future. I believe this is the best career for me, due to the amount of passion I have working with computer technology. I have a very good understanding of computer technology, and in a growing industry to showcase my creative work, to one day create a self-sufficient tech company, and to create new technology for the future generation.

Computer engineering technology is the study of understanding the inner workings of a computer system. This includes working with system software, hardware, networking, and many problem solving. In the computer engineering course you will learn to do basic and advanced mathematics, electrical circuits, fabrication, coding, sciences, and communication. According to the City Tech College Catalog, once you have earned a bachelor degree in this field of computer engineering, you are considered to be hired in companies like JetBlue, Verizon, Apple, Lutron Electronics, General Electric, Con Edison, and many more similar tech companies (NYCCT Catalog pg.218). The one thing I want to do the most with my education in City Tech would be to invent a new technology that can help people live better and easier.

A quote by Sean Aiken” The belief that you can have a meaningful career is the first step to finding one.” The belief of reaching a goal takes time and a lot of effort. Enjoying your activities only enhances the effort put into the goal, thus catapulting your career to endless possibilities.  According to The Bureau of Labor Statistics, there is a huge fluctuation of jobs between the years of 2012 to 2022. In the growing computer engineering field, new emerging students are going after these positions, and soon competition will only become harder. With my technology background as a server technician, and in the future a Bachelor or Master’s degree in computer engineering, these can be beneficial when applying for a new job in the growing industry with a growing competition. According to Migliorino, Nicholas J. and Jeffrey Maiden, “As a result of enormous advances in communication and computer technology, there is increased opportunity for the application of technology”. More emphasis in the application of technology is needed to work the new technology that has been created. Computer Engineering is a field that requires the application of various new technology to create efficiency in a work place. Creating new technology is still in reach and should be pursued.

With the current technology advancements, and new technology companies emerging, one may think that “new” technology cannot be invented. This technology block was referred to as “The Dot-com Bubble” or “Tech Bubble”. I believe there is still a place for new emerging technology in the market. Although it can be hard to create something new, my passion and knowledge of technology in depth can push me to make innovative things that one day, can probably change how we live. According to Closs, S. J, “Computer technology has revolutionized many aspects of our society and is, without doubt, the most significant innovation of the century. As the technology has advanced it has encompassed more and more of our daily activities until it now permeates almost every aspect of modern life.” New technology is emerging every day, whether it is beneficial or not to our daily lives, the drive towards the goal of evolution, and creating a better life for everyone in this planet is the one thing that will always be there and never change. Technology will always be needed whether it is an old feature that is improved, or a new improved innovation that can significantly change the way humans live.

The effects of new technology, can be a huge burden in the economy. Some examples are automatic teller machines are replacing bank tellers, and new programs are replacing manual labor such as filing your taxes, and etc. As more jobs are being overtaken by automation, there is more urgency to turn to more competitive companies to make blue collar jobs to white collar. According to a survey “OECD” “Highlights the need for policies to encourage innovation. Countries which are the first to use new technologies, the OECD study says, will be the ones most likely to capture the benefits, including new jobs and trade. “Countries which lag in introducing advanced technologies risk the decline or even loss of domestic and foreign markets, resulting in pronounced unemployment,” the OECD warns.” In a survey from “The Guardian”, “More than eight in ten small and medium sized firms intend to introduce or add to their existing new technology during the next two years in spite of the fact that they consider such investment to be costly. It is imperative that new technology companies, implement their new technology instead of thinking about the cost of implementation”. Technology will always find a way to become beneficial and more convenient to implement as it is used more. Advancements can only happen when there is constant usage of the particular invention. Think about a desktop computer and the invention of a laptop. The need and drive of a personal computer to be more mobile, is the process of continued application of technology.  I believe I can make a company that will be self-sufficient, in a way that it can market, produce, and innovate technology through constant application. Only then it can be enhanced and improved accordingly to make it cost effective.

The courses in City Tech will provide me the essential skillset to achieve these goals in my career choice. This includes basic and advanced courses such as “Logic and Problem Solving”, “Manufacturing Labs”, “Electronics”, ”Microcomputer Systems Technology”,  “Robotics Technology”, and lots more. “Logic and Problem Solving” Introduces basic number systems, and programming techniques, with practical examples in modern programming language. “Manufacturing Labs” consists of manufacturing a working mechanical, and electrical device. This practice will benefit me when I try to innovate or invent a new product. “Electronics” is a course where I learn fundamentals of circuitry, semi- conductors, and etc. “Microcomputer Systems Technology” is an advanced introductory course to basic concepts used in a PC, although I know a lot of things about a computer, I’ve always been curious with how each component is manufactured and made. Whenever I build computers, the components are already pre made, and I just assemble the pieces together. “Robotics Technology” is one of many advance courses that teaches the usage of different robotic drive components, electric hydraulics, pneumatic, sensors, data handling/retrieving, and the usage of robot/computer systems. Overall I will enjoy the courses here at city tech, they sound very engaging and exciting. While enjoying the courses, it will also help me reach my goal, as an innovator, and inventor.

If working with precision tools, getting your hands dirty, and building tools, this major is not for you. Although if you consider trying an engineer program, I would suggest this course. So far this has been the best first experience I had in City Tech. Building a device from scratch, connecting wires, learning basic logic systems, and reading schematics. It is something I only had a slight experience with before attending City Tech and this has kick started my curiosity to make new technology. If you enjoy it, that’s something nobody can take away even if the job is hard. This course is very engaging, and has a great mix of applied science and theory which I enjoy. If you are pursuing this course, I suggest to do your research and make sure you want to learn the topics that are listed in the course catalog, because it will be a big hassle to change.

Work Cited

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 As a student here at City Tech, there are many opportunities here for individuals that seek for great success in their dream career fields. My name is Shyanne Spencer and I am studying Marketing Management for my Associates Degree. Since City Tech does not provide a music major, I will then transfer to The City College of New York to study Music for my Bachelors Degree. These two major choices are the best for my career because I plan to own my own business and become an Entertainer.  Marketing is the best career choice for me, because I’ve always dreamed of owning my own business, whether it’s a clothing line or a record label. The reason why I chose to study music as well is because, I’ve always had the passion for singing and I would want to keep my vocal skills strong and learn more about the history of music and how to read the music notes rather than just listen to a tune and play it. I want to actually know how to read the notes fluently so that when I start doing performances on the piano or guitar, I wouldn’t have any trouble understanding what is placed in front of me.

The Marketing program is set out for students who are interested in having dynamic careers in the 21st century. As stated in the course catalog of City Tech, this program helps students prepare for tomorrow’s business opportunities and receive a good education and sensitivity to cultural diversity, environmental concerns, technological changes and ethical issues to smooth the way for the exchange of goods and services in the global marketplace. The material and ideas given to us from this major is basically to prepare us students for a wide range of business opportunities in marketing’s fast paced and highly competitive world. We learn also how to obtain a career in fields such as marketing management, marketing research, professional selling and advertising. We would also have hands on experience such as actually pretending to sell a product to the class or through field trips. Even special tours that enhance our learning experience. There are many career options in this field once you have earned your degree. Many people went off to owning their own businesses such as a clothing line, record label, retail stores, even online businesses. Now the reason why I said some individuals went off to having online businesses is because according to the article “Usage of It’s Tools in E-Marketing Campaign Design and Management in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises”, authors Piotr  and Mateusz  Muryjas states that “As of today, the Internet is one of the most important determinants of the progress of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In contemporary business, the global network is perceived as the main channel for the marketing and sales of products and services”(Issue 67, p70-83). With that being stated you could see that e-marketing is one of the most efficient ways to reach your clients. With the increasing number of Internet users daily, this confirms that it is worthwhile to conduct marketing campaigns that are focused on the Internet and its users. After receiving my education from City Tech for my associates in this major, I would then transfer over to City College to continue on with my education for my bachelors in Music.

The mission of the Music Department as stated on the college website of The City College of New York is to offer high quality undergraduate major programs concentrating on musicology (history and theory), composition, performance, and popular music studies leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree(B.A.). The program is provided with professional training in classical and jazz performance, music education, and music & audio production technology, leading to the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree (B.F.A). Students would learn how to demonstrate basic proficiency on a keyboard instrument and develop the ability to sight-sing tonal music, and take basic melodic and harmonic dictation. Demonstrate and apply the concepts and practical hands-on experience with basic acoustics and electricity, computer technologies, digital audio and MIDI sequencing, synthesis, signal processing including dynamic, time, pitch,and equalization processing, microphone techniques, sampling, internet audio, audio for film, video, animation, mixing, mastering radio sound and sound reinforcement.

                                                   

Ever since I was in middle school I have always have the thoughts and dream of becoming a business woman. Just the thought of running my own business I use to say, “I can’t wait to be my own boss and put my ideas out there for amazing products everyone would love”. Every time an idea came to my mind I would immediately grab a book or piece of paper to write it or sketch it out. Whether it was a little song I thought up or some kind of outfit that I thought would would be the next big trend or even a nice pair of shoes. I’ve just always came up with good ideas. I figured since I was so good with coming up with such great ideas why not study something that would help me get them out there in the future. Owning a record label would be great because I would get to search for those who have the same passion for become a musician as I do and watch them become successful and happy artists.

Studying Marketing Management at City Tech will prepare me for my future as a marketer because the education that I receive will prepare me for many business opportunities and I would know exactly what is legal to do and illegal to not do. I would know what audience I would want to attract for a specific product so that it will sell better in the market to those who would enjoy it. After talking with Professor Kimberly Ayoung, she says that you would have to have really tough skin in order to handle the criticism in the business because not all of your products you release will be a success. Ayoung has taught us the basics such as having a supply chain which is all the activities associated with the flow and transformation of the product from raw materials through to the end consumer. While searching on the Occupational Outlook Handbook, the annual wage of marketing managers make is about $137,400. The outcome after receiving my degree in this major, I would be able to plan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers.

Studying a music major at City College would be very beneficial for me as it prepares me to better understand the concept of music by learning how to read the notes better, strengthen my vocal cords and learn how to create instrumentals using the Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI), which is stated on the college website as a course. MIDI is a connectivity standard that musicians use to hook together musical instruments (such as keyboards and synthesizers) and computer equipment. Using MIDI, a musician can easily create and edit digital music tracks. The MIDI system records the notes played, the length of the notes, the dynamics (volume alterations), the tempo, the instrument being played, and hundreds of other parameters, called control changes. The education that I will receive from City College will prepare me for my career because I will gain more knowledge about music and strengthen my vocal skills.

As Professor Ayoung has told me this semester you have to have really tough skin with running your own business because there will be days when your product turns out successful and days when your product just does not make a sale at all. If you’re planning to take up Marketing Management here at New York City College of Technology, make sure that it’s the best choice for you. You shouldn’t just choose this major just to make profit, you have to actually know who you’re targeting for your products you put out, and if it function the way you say it does, and to never burn your bridges. That means if you are doing business with someone and you treat them wrong in any kind of way throughout the time you’re working with them, you might bump into that same person again with doing another business. Also you wouldn’t want horrible reviews on yourself and your company which causes others to refuse to work with you. Honestly, when I first thought of having my own business, I said to myself I don’t have any clue of the principles and essentials I would need to market my own business. That’s why I have decided to study in Marketing Management for my Associates so I can have a clear understanding of how the business industry operates. I recommend that you think clearly about the path of the career in which you wish to pursue in. If you’re dream career is Marketing go for it. But just remember, this career isn’t suitable for everyone. The competition grows by the second so you should ask yourself, “Can I handle the critics of my product if it does not succeed? and “Is this really something I’m passionate about?”.

 

 

Works Cited:

New York City College Of Technology(City Tech). “Marketing Management and Sales”. New York City College of Technology College Catalog 2014-2015. Web. 23 March 2015.

The City College of New York(City College). “Music”. The City College of New York College Website 2014-2015. Web. 5 May 2015.

Ayoung, Kimberly. Personal Interview. New York City College of Technology. 4 May 2015.

Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-15 Edition, “Advertising, Promotions, and Marketing Managers”. Web. 5 May 2015.

Muryjas, Piotr & Mateusz. “Usage of it Tools in E-Marketing Campaign Design and Management in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises”. Studies & Proceedings Polish Association for Knowledge Management. 2013, Issue 67, p70-83. Academic Search Complete. Web. 8 May 2015.