Part I:

Oracle Academy and

Career 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 Certification
Database Programming with
SQL
180 OCA Exam 1 of 2
Database Programming with
PL/SQL
90 OCA Exam 2 of 2
Oracle Rigor and Relevance
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
Knowledge Taxonomy
Mapped 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 companys 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, President
International Center for Leadership in Education
RI GOR AND RELEVANCE
FRAMEWORK
Professional Development
The Cornerstone
The Method
60-80 hours online
50 hours in-class (Instructors Institute)
Taught by experienced Academy instructors and
Oracles professional instructors
Instructors 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 Cost
Database 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 Cost
Hosted 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
Q U E S T I O N S
A N S W E R S