Books in Stem Careers series

The STEM Careers series lets readers discover the fascinating work that scientists do. STEM Careers explores the scientific fields these jobs are in, the people who perform them, and the skills needed to do them well. Each book in this series features first-hand accounts of scientists, detailed descriptions of equipment and tools, and other information that is sure to engage even the most reluctant readers. STEM Careers is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

Digital devices such as cell phones, laptops, smart watches, fitness trackers, and more connect the world together and make life more convenient. Many people have become so dependent on digital technology that they could not conduct their business or manage their daily lives without it. They sleep with smart phones by their pillows, as if the device were an extension of the body. The more people rely on technology, however, the more vulnerable they become to data breaches or technology failures--

"In 2016 the technology industry accounted for 8 percent of all economic activity in the United States, generating more than $1.3 trillion. Around one in twenty Americans worked in the tech industry. And the number of jobs involving web development, database administration, information security, and other information technology (IT) jobs increased by 3 percent in 2016 alone. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics employment for information technology professionals is expected to grow 13 percent through 2026. This projected growth is pegged to an industry that is expanding at warp speed"--