Overview
This Certificate Program will provide you the opportunity to become a computer programmer/software developer and the credits you earn are transferable to the Computer Engineering Technology Associate Degree.
In order to enroll in the Certificate Program, you should be proficient in C++ programming. In lieu of that, CPET 107C Introduction to Programming with C++ can be taken. Also, the ability to understand and use algebraic equations is key to the success of programming. You should have either completed college algebra or you can take MATH 124C College Algebra as a co-requisite. This program is available days and evenings. This program is not financial aid eligible.
Computer Technology Programming (Advanced) Certificate
| Course Number | Course Title | CL | LAB | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required initial course: | ||||
| CPET 125C | Data Structures | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| 3 | ||||
| AND any three of the following (check prerequisites in course descriptions): | ||||
| CPET 240C | Programming for Windows Operating Systems | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| CPET 222C | Data Communications | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| CPET 252C | Networking and Internet Technologies | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| CPET 260C | Computer Real Time Interfacing | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| 12 | ||||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 | |||
| CL – Number of lecture/classroom hours per week for the course LAB – Number of simulation laboratory, laboratory or clinical hours per week for the course CR – Number of credit hours for the course | ||||
Specific Admission Requirements
- To enroll in the Certificate Program you should be proficient in C++.
Careers
Here is just a sample of some of the exciting job opportunities available to you upon completion of the Certificate Program:
- Software development
- Software development for the web
- Internet of things (IoT) developer
- Cloud computing programmer
- Mobile application designer or developer
- System verification engineer
- Data communications software developer
STEM and Advanced Manufacturing15 Credits Required
of students qualify for financial aid
