Computer Programming and Analysis, A.S.

(60 credit hours)

The Associate in Science degree in Computer Programming and Analysis prepares students for employment in computer programming, computer applications, entry level analysis, and computer sales.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Students will demonstrate algorithm or program code development by successfully coding and testing programs based upon requirements specification.
2. Students will demonstrate the capability to use desktop productivity software applications (word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation) effectively by successfully completing exercises in a simulation environment.
3. Students will demonstrate the acquisition of problem solving techniques by successful completion of subject-matter examinations and application of program coding and testing, evaluating, and synthesizing material offered by the courses in this program.
4. Students will demonstrate successful completion of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) using an integrated development environment.

The following is a suggested sequence of required courses:

Computer Programming & Analysis A.S. Total 60 Credit Hours

Approved electives are:

• Any other CGS course
• Any other CET course
• Any other COP course
• Any DIG course
• ACG 2021 - Introduction to Financial Accounting 4 credits
• ACG 2071 - Introduction to Managerial Accounting 3 credits
• GRA 1117C - Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 credits
• GRA 2751C - Web Design 1 3 credits
• MAR 2011 - Principles of Marketing 3 credits
• MNA 2345 - Principles of Supervision 3 credits
• PGY 2801C - Digital Photography I 3 credits
• SBM 2000 - Small Business Management 3 credits

Program Notes:

Students:

• must have all electives approved by a faculty advisor or division chairperson,
• must complete developmental education classes in English, writing, math and SLS 1501 The College Experience  if placement scores are not at required levels, and
• may exempt course if sufficient skills are demonstrated, or if the division chairperson agrees to a course substitution. If student exempts one or more courses, acceptable elective(s) must be taken.