CERTIFICATE IN COMPUTER PROGRAMMING
The Certificate in Computer Programming, a post-baccalaureate program, is designed for those wishing to make a career change to become computer programmers or computer applications developers. The certificate program is open only to individuals who have earned the BS or BA degree (in any field). The program is designed with scheduling flexibility to accommodate the needs of working adults.
Web Assisted Learning:
Internet based instruction (local students may sit in on lectures if desired)
Flexible scheduling (completion time determined by student)
Periodic classroom sessions (scheduled by the professor)
Requirements:
CST 5310 Fundamentals of Programming year 1
CST 5311 Intermediate Programming year 1
To continue in the Certificate program, students must pass CST 5310 and CST 5311 with an average grade of “B” or better, and pass a programming proficiency examination. The student must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better.
CST 5312 Fundamentals of Internet Systems year 2
CST 5313 Applied Data Structures year 2
CST 5314 Web Programming year 2
CST 5315 Database Management year 2
Career Opportunities
Students completing this program will be qualified as entry-level programmers and will also satisfy minimum requirements for admission to many graduate programs in computer science and/or information technology.
Departmental Links
Graduate Programs Webpage
Computer Programming Certificate Webpage
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