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Computer Science

Computer science is the foundation for the development of computers and applications. A background in mathematics is required, and an interest in working with data is helpful. Computer programming is necessary to ensure computers properly perform the many tasks that make them essential in today’s world. As web-based technologies grow more and more widely used, computer science will remain a vital, ever-evolving field.

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Computer Science – Finger Lakes, NY / Finger Lakes NY
  1. 1. Occupational Group Definition
  2. 2. Occupational Churn and Attrition
  3. 3. Wage Analysis
  4. 4. Gap Analysis
  5. 5. Impact Analysis
  6. 6. Hires Data
  7. 7. Real-Time Labor Market Data

Occupational Group Definition.

Finger Lakes NY

The data below is based on the following 9 counties:
Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates.

Standard Occupational Classifications (SOC), occupations, wages and estimated demand.

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This chart defines the specific occupations that have been included in the workforce cluster (aggregate view) or occupational group in this report. A more detailed view of each occupation is available by clicking the linked occupation which will open MCC Career Coach providing career exploration and occupational details within a selected region. To find more information on the job titles and skill sets that are aligned to each occupation, click on the linked SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) which will open O*NET OnLine, a database of occupations developed under the sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration.  View detailed Data Sources.

WAGES
SOC Occupations 10th
Percentile
50th
Percentile
90th
Percentile
Growth Replacements Openings
15-1211.00 Computer Systems Analysts 28.84 46.79 67.28 9 89 98
15-1244.00 Network and Computer Systems Administrators 27.82 37.56 60.31 5 96 100
15-1251.00 Computer Programmers 13.89 37.00 59.91 1 53 55
15-1299.00 Computer Occupations, All Other 18.05 35.11 56.58 11 29 40
15-1299.01 Web Administrators 18.05 35.11 56.58 11 29 40
15-1299.08 Computer Systems Engineers/Architects 18.05 35.11 56.58 11 29 40
Averages & Total $22.15 $39.12 $61.02 26 266 293

Wages and demand based on the 9 county region: Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates.


Q1 2023 EMSI Occupation data.


Occupational Churn and Attrition.

SOC Occupations 2023
Estimated
Annual
Churn
2023
Estimated
Annual
Attrition
15-1211.00 Computer Systems Analysts 32.84% 31.76%
15-1244.00 Network and Computer Systems Administrators 32.76% 33.93%
15-1251.00 Computer Programmers 35.56% 39.74%
15-1299.00 Computer Occupations, All Other 39.14% 34.97%
15-1299.01 Web Administrators 39.14% 34.97%
15-1299.08 Computer Systems Engineers/Architects 39.14% 34.97%

Estimated Annual Churn is the average of the separations and hires within an occupation divided by the total employment for that occupation. Estimated Annual Attrition is calculated by dividing the separations within an occupation by the total employment for the occupation.


Q1 2023 EMSI Occupation data.


Wage Analysis.

Occupational group hourly wages.

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This chart provides entry (10th percentile), median (50th percentile), and high (90th percentile) wage data for the workforce cluster in the region selected.  View detailed data sources.

Hourly Wage
  • Total Workforce Wages for Occupational Group (10th, 50th and 90th percentile)
  • 5-Year Median Wage MCC Graduates in Related Programs
  • $25 Self-sufficiency standard for 2 adults + 1 preschooler (Monroe County, NY)
  • $18 Self-sufficiency standard for 1 adult + 1 preschooler (Monroe County, NY)

Wage curve based on the 9 county region: Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates.


Q1 2023 EMSI Occupation data.


Gap Analysis.

Regional program completions vs. estimated annual openings.

This measurement aims to provide a regionally based supply and demand report, comparing the total estimated number of learners completing a relevant middle-skills training or education program within a region, against estimated industry demand for those middle-skills workers that have been included for purposes of this analysis in a specific occupational group or workforce cluster. Additional source information and detailed completion data are available in Data Sources.

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The estimated deficit or surplus of workers in an occupational grouping or workforce cluster, as defined by the report, compares the number of individuals who completed a formal training or education program against the estimated demand for entry-level occupations relevant to a program’s workforce focus. View detailed Data Sources.

Middle-Skill Education Provider July 2019 - June 2020 Completions Estimated Annual Job Openings Estimated Gap (Δ)
Finger Lakes Community College 5 293 -256**
Monroe Community College 32
Total 37*
Data is estimated, not predictive.

Source: Includes associates degrees; awards of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years; awards of less than 1 academic year; and non-credit awards of 1 academic year or less from Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).


Q1 2023 EMSI Occupation data.

2023 Total Workforce: 4,720 Computer Science – Finger Lakes, NY Workers.

10-year aging out projection: 20.1% are approaching retirement age.

Source: IPEDS and noncredit self-reported data from application education providers.


Q1 2023 EMSI Occupation data.


Impact Analysis.

Student Metrics and Total Impact for MCC’s Computer Science – Finger Lakes, NY related programs.

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This chart represents the increased wages collected by former students active in the Monroe County workforce as a direct result of their MCC education, the increased output of businesses that employ them, and the multiplier effects that occur. View data sources.

Estimated Lifetime Earnings Increase per Student $985,600
Annual Economic Impact per Student $2,800
Total Student Impact in FY 2015-16 $12,900,000

Student Return on Investment.

For every dollar students invest in their education in the Computer Science program at MCC, they will receive an estimated $7.60 back over the course of their working lives. This investment provides a 19.7% rate of return. This is a favorable return, especially when compared to the U.S. stock market 30-year average return of 10.1%.

Lifetime Earnings.

Average Annual Earnings

  • Program Completer
  • High School Graduate

Hires Data.

Job postings summary.

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This table provides the total number of unique job postings for the occupations that have been included within either the occupational group or workforce cluster for a given month. By comparing the number of unique online postings to total online postings, a measurement of posting intensity can be estimated. Posting intensity may be used to understand the amount of recruitment being done online for a single opportunity. View detailed Data Sources.

Unique postings (Jan 2023)

428

727 total postings

Posting intensity (Jan 2023)

1.7 : 1

Regional average: 2.0 : 1

There were 727 total job postings for the Computer Science – Finger Lakes, NY in January 2023, of which 428 were unique. These numbers give us a posting intensity of 1.7 : 1, meaning that for every 1.7 postings there is 1 unique job posting.


January 2023 EMSI Hires data.


Real-Time Labor Market Data.

Top skill clusters.

Based on online job postings February 6, 2022 – February 6, 2023.

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This chart displays the skill clusters that were in greatest demand for the occupations within the workforce cluster or occupational group. An analysis of skill clusters derived from online job postings is useful for understanding if learning outcomes within a relevant education or training program relates to the skills most in demand in the labor market. View detailed Data Sources.

Information Technology: System Design and Implementation 888
Information Technology: Technical Support 613
Business: Project Management 507
Information Technology: Operating Systems 496
Business: Business Process and Analysis 489
Information Technology: Software Development Principles 488
Customer and Client Support: Basic Customer Service 398
Information Technology: SQL Databases and Programming 397
Information Technology: Network Configuration 394
Information Technology: Systems Administration 383
 
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360
540
720
900

Data Source: Burning Glass Labor Insight/Jobs.

Top skills.

Based on online job postings February 6, 2022 – February 6, 2023.

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This chart displays the skills that were in greatest demand for the occupations within the workforce cluster or occupational group. An analysis of skills derived from online job postings is useful for understanding if learning outcomes within a relevant education or training program relates to the skills most in demand in the labor market. View detailed Data Sources.

Communication Skills 664
Teamwork / Collaboration 444
Problem Solving 355
Troubleshooting 338
Planning 284
Project Management 283
Systems Engineering 239
Technical Support 237
SQL 229
Research 199
 
140
280
420
560
700

Data Source: Burning Glass Labor Insight/Jobs.

Top employers.

Based on online job postings February 6, 2022 – February 6, 2023.

L3Harris 83
Amazon 55
Deloitte 52
University Rochester 46
Paychex 38
Rochester Regional Health 14
CooperVision 12
Frontier Communications 12
Discover Bank 11
Windstream Communications 11
 
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40
60
80
100

Data Source: Burning Glass Labor Insight/Jobs.

Most frequent certifications.

Based on online job postings February 6, 2022 – February 6, 2023.

Security Clearance 92
IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Certification 40
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 34
Driver's License 34
Project Management Certification 34
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) 16
CompTIA Network+ 15
Project Management Professional (PMP) 15
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 14
Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) 13
 
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40
60
80
100

Data Source: Burning Glass Labor Insight/Jobs.

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