Certificate of Achievement in Computer Programming & Information Systems
This certificate prepares students for entry-level employment in the field of Computer Programming & Information Systems. Students completing this certificate will acquire skills in computer programming, web development, scripting, computer technical support, database development/maintenance. This certificate can be completed 100% online.
Program Outcomes
- Be able to design and code basic software for business use.
- Be able to code programs in high-level programming languages such as Visual Basic and Java.
- Be able to create and modify databases.
- Be able to code interactive webpages.
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be prepared for employment in the following fields: computer programming, web design, computer technical support, database development/maintenance, and various office positions involving computers.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED CERTIFICATE COURSES | 26 | |
| COMP 005 | Computer Concepts | 4 |
| or COMP 130 | Introduction to Personal Computers | |
| COMP 006 | Programming Fundamentals | 3 |
| COMP 008 | Programming Concepts (JAVA) | 4 |
| COMP 009 | Advanced Application Software | 3 |
| COMP 200 | Ethics in Computer Programming | 3 |
| COMP 229 | Web Page Design and Development | 3 |
| COMP 230 | Java Script/XML | 3 |
| COMP 250 | Software Fabrication | 3 |
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| RESTRICTED ELECTIVES | 3-4 | |
Select three units from the following courses: | ||
| BUS 271 | College Keyboarding Level 2 | 3 |
| COMP 233 | Database Processing | 3 |
| ICT 201 | PC Repair and Maintenance | 4 |
| ICT 210 | Introduction to Microsoft Windows Server | 4 |
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| TOTAL | 29-30 | |
The Certificate of Achievement requirements include completion of the certificate courses with a “C” or better grade in each course. Required and support courses may be substituted with the approval of the Business Division Chair.