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Computer Programmer Specialist – Certificate

Graduation Checksheet (MS Word)           

Take the fast track to becoming a computer programmer with this accelerated program, or enhance existing skills. Choose from concentrations in C programming, Visual Basic programming or web programming.  Complete this program by taking classes exclusively on evenings/weekends, or in any combination of daytime and evening classes.

Before you can enroll in this program, you must fulfill certain requirements.

What can I do with this certificate?
Career options: Become a C or Visual Basic programmer, or a web site designer, developer or administrator.

Academic options: Continue your studies by taking courses toward a Computer Programmer/Analyst or Associate of Science degree.

Locations:  East Campus, West Campus

Department/Contact Information:  Division Dean: 206-6996 (West Campus);  206-7694 (East Campus)

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Complete required courses from one of the concentrations.  Department faculty approval is recommended when selecting your concentration.

Required Core Courses
Course # Course Title Credits
Programming in C Concentration:
CIS 265 The C Programming Language 4
CIS 269 Data Structures 5
CIS 278 C++ and Object-Oriented Programming 5
CIS 279 Java Programming 5
Total 19
Programming in Visual Basic Concentration:
CIS 141 Introduction to VB.NET 4
CIS 162 Database Design and Development 4
CIS 241 Advanced Visual Basic.NET Programming 4
   CIS Elective: Complete any CIS course 129
or higher including prerequisite courses
3-5
Total 15-17
Programming for the Web Concentration:
BUS 125 Business on the Internet 3
CIS 121 Web Publishing 3
CIS 265 The C Programming Language 4
CIS 266 CGI Programming with PERL 3
CIS 273 Advanced Web Page Development 4
CIS 279 Java Programming 5
DAR 112 Graphic Design I 4
Total 26