The Dim Bulb

The Occasional Musings of an Educator

by Michael Keany

#28 - May 15, 2023

The brain is capable of performing 10 quadrillion (that’s 10 to the 16th) “calculations,” or synaptic events, per second using only about 15 watts of power. At this rate, a computer as powerful as the human brain would require 1 gigawatt of power. Maybe a dim bulb isn't really as dim as it seems.

The photo at the left is the  Livermore Centennial bulb, the world's longest-burning electric bulb. 

-----------------------------------------

Predicting job opportunities ten years into the future is a challenging task as it is difficult to anticipate the impact of technological advancements, economic fluctuations, and societal changes. However, based on current trends and projections, here are ten job opportunities that are expected to be in high demand for college graduates over the next decade:

1. Software Developers: With the continued growth of technology and the increasing importance of automation, software developers are expected to be in high demand in the next ten years. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of software developers is projected to grow 22 percent from 2019 to 2029.

2. Data Analysts: As companies continue to gather large amounts of data, the need for data analysts who can interpret and analyze this data will continue to increase. The BLS projects that employment of data analysts will grow 25 percent from 2019 to 2029.

3. Healthcare Professionals: With an aging population and continued advancements in medical technology, healthcare professionals such as nurses, physicians, and healthcare administrators are expected to be in high demand. The BLS projects that employment of healthcare occupations will grow 15 percent from 2019 to 2029.

4. Financial Analysts: With the increasing complexity of financial markets and the growing importance of data analysis in finance, financial analysts are expected to be in high demand in the next decade. The BLS projects that employment of financial analysts will grow 5 percent from 2019 to 2029.

5. Environmental Scientists: With growing concerns about the impact of climate change and environmental degradation, environmental scientists are expected to be in high demand in the next decade. The BLS projects that employment of environmental scientists will grow 8 percent from 2019 to 2029.

6. Cybersecurity Specialists: With the growing threat of cyberattacks and the increasing importance of data security, cybersecurity specialists are expected to be in high demand in the next decade. The BLS does not provide specific projections for cybersecurity specialists but notes that employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 31 percent from 2019 to 2029.

7. Renewable Energy Professionals: With the increasing focus on sustainability and the transition to renewable energy sources, professionals in the renewable energy industry are expected to be in high demand in the next decade. The International Renewable Energy Agency projects that renewable energy jobs could reach 42 million by 2050.

8. Marketing Professionals: With the growing importance of digital marketing and the increasing use of data analysis in marketing, marketing professionals who are skilled in areas such as SEO, social media marketing, and content marketing are expected to be in high demand in the next decade. The BLS projects that employment of marketing managers will grow 10 percent from 2019 to 2029.

9. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning Specialists: With the increasing use of AI and machine learning in various industries, professionals who are skilled in these areas are expected to be in high demand in the next decade. The BLS does not provide specific projections for AI and machine learning specialists.

10. Human Resources Specialists: With the increasing importance of employee retention and engagement, human resources specialists who are skilled in areas such as talent acquisition, employee relations, and compensation and benefits are expected to be in high demand in the next decade. The BLS projects that employment of human resources specialists will grow 7 percent from 2019 to 2029.

References:

• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/
• International Renewable Energy Agency: https://www.irena.org/-/media/Files/IRENA/Agency/Publication/2020/M...

--

---------------------

Generated in part with the aid of a chatbot