Computer programmers are the builders and problem solvers of the 21st century. With technology integrated into nearly every aspect of daily life, hands-on training in Computer Program Design and Development prepares students for a fast-paced, high-demand career that focuses on design, programming languages, troubleshooting and repair using the latest technology and software.
Computer Program Design and Development offers an associate of applied science degree option.
The associate of applied science degree is a two-year program that contains technical and general education courses. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills needed to identify operational problems and design solutions using programming languages and productivity software. Graduates will also be able to troubleshoot, repair, maintain and support computer hardware in accordance with business and industry standards.
Computer programmers design all program, application, and operating systems software. These three types of software are used by virtually everyone involved with computers. Computer programmers are in high demand, and those with strong skills in C#, Visual Basic, Access, SQL, Java, HTML5, CSS3, JQuery and Program Logic and Design w/Alice 3D, PC Servicing & Troubleshooting, Digital Electronics, Network Concepts, Game Design, Web Design with Adobe CC which includes Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks and Edge are earning excellent pay and benefits.
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