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Computer Programming and Analysis, A.S.


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Banner Code: CPVM

Associate in Science

(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:

First Year


Fall Semester: 15 Credit Hours


Spring Semester: 15 Credit Hours


Summer Term: 3 Credit Hours


Second Year


Spring Semester: 12 Credit Hours


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


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, if not exempt by state board of education rule 6A-10.0315, 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.

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