Computer Programming
Curriculum Description
The Computer Programming curriculum prepares individuals for employment as computer programmers and related positions through study and applications in computer concepts, logic, programming procedures, languages, generators, operating systems, networking, data management and business operations.
Students will solve business computer problems through programming techniques and procedures, using appropriate languages and software. The primary emphasis of the curriculum is hands-on training in programming and related computer areas that provide the ability to adapt as systems evolve.
Graduates should qualify for employment in business, industry, and government organizations as programmers, programmer trainees, programmer/analysts, computer operators, systems technicians or database specialists.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Diploma
D25130
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POS Approved: Fall 2010
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Select one: | |||||
| Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| CIS 115 | Intro to Prog & Logic | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| CSC 143 | Object-Oriented Prog | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| NOS 110 | Operating System Concepts | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 7 | 11 | 0 | 11 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DBA 110 | Database Concepts | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Operating Systems Elective | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Programming Elective | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 6 | 8 | 0 | 9 |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ___ ___ | Advanced Programming Elective | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 111 | Expository Writing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 5 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ___ ___ | Programming Elective | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| CTS 285 | Systems Analysis & Design | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Mathematical Models | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Survey of Mathematics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| College Algebra | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 7 | 5 | 0 | 9 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ___ ___ | Advanced Programming Elective | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| CTS 289 | System Support Project | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 6 | 7 | 0 | 9 | |
Total Credit Hours: 44
Additional Information
Advanced Programming Elective – Select two: CSC 234, CSC 239, CSC 251, CSC 253
Operating Systems Elective – Select one: NOS 120 or NOS 130
Programming Elective – Select two: CSC 134, CSC 139, CSC 151, CSC 153
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
D25130