Analyzes employment trends in computer-related fields, focusing on the education and employment of Black computer workers. Reports that parity is increasing in computer occupations where gaps between Black and White employment exist, those jobs requiring the most education. (KH)

A study examined the training required for a wide range of occupations in which workers use computers or computer-controlled equipment. It was determined that although computer use is widespread and growing rapidly, relatively few workers (about 5 percent) need extensive education or training in computer-related skills. Because most workers…