Minerals Institute of Western Australia

Computer Operator

Computer operators operate personal computers, mainframe computers and associated equipment (peripherals) using instructions prepared by systems designers and computer programmers. Computer operators in the minerals industry may perform the following tasks:

• check that all required equipment is available for use;
• load and unload the program and data;
• control and direct computer operations by typing in written instructions;
• watch computer progress by observing visual display;
• identify problems and determine cause;
• liaise with maintenance to rectify problem;
• maintain records of computer running time;
• input required information;
• supervise printing of information and distribute accordingly.

Related Jobs:

REQUIRING A DEGREE

Computer programmer

REQUIRING A DIPLOMA/TRADE CERTIFICATE

Computer service technician
Systems analyst

Education and Training:

ACT
Canberra Institute of Technology

Contact the ACT Accreditation and Registration Council for details of accredited training providers.

NSW
TAFE - Various Locations

Private training providers also offer courses. Costs, duration, entry requirements and accreditation arrangements vary. Contact either theNSW Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board or the NSW Department of Community Services.

NT
Certificate Courses
Northern Territory University - various campuses

SA
Certificate Courses
Interim Technology Training Institute

TAS 
There are no formal educational requirements for entry into this job, but many employers prefer Year 12 and some require completion of an aptitude test. Training is mainly given on the job.

VIC 
Certificate Courses 
Interim Technology Training Institute
TAFE - various locations

Private training providers also offer courses. Costs, duration, entry requirements and accreditation arrangements vary. Contact the Office of Training and Further Education for details of accredited training providers.

WA
Certificate Courses
City Business College
Alexander College
TAFE - various locations 
Interim Technology Training Institute

Privately provided courses vary in cost and duration. Contact the relevant organisation for detail.