Software Development, Technical Certificate

GENERAL EDUCATION CORE

• COMM 101 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

• OR

• COMM 102 - Introduction to Interpersonal Communication CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• ENGL 111 - English Composition CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

• OR

• MATH 135 - Finite Math CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

• Or Higher

OTHER INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• IVYT 115 - Student Success - Information Technology CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1

PROFESSIONAL - TECHNICAL CORE

• DBMS 110 - Introduction to Data Analytics CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

• OR

• SDEV 160 - Programming With Data CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

• OR

• CSCI 210 - Database Systems CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

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• SDEV 120 - Computing Logic CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

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• SDEV 140 - Introduction to Software Development CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

• OR

• CSCI 101 - Computer Science I CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

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• INFM 109 - Informatics Fundamentals CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

STATEWIDE ELECTIVES

TOTAL CREDITS: 32

DEGREE OUTCOMES

• Develop, operate, maintain, and evaluate software systems and applications in accordance with industry standards. 
• Apply the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC): Utilize different SDLC methodologies  to manage each phase of software development effectively, and develop technical documentation for each stage of the SDLC.
• Master Core Programming Paradigms: Apply procedural, object-oriented, and event-driven programming skills to create robust software applications.
• Develop a Functional Application: Design and implement a working software application, demonstrating a comprehensive skillset in analysis, design, coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrate effective communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and ethical/professional behavior throughout the software development lifecycle.