Computer Information Systems: Software Developer, CERT

Certificate: (SFD-CERT)

About the Program

The software development certificate teaches students how to create applications and systems that run on a variety of devices including personal computers, mobile phones, tablets, automobiles, and other devices. The program achieves this goal by exposing students to key programming languages.

This Program Offers:

• College Certificate: 37 credit hours

College Certificate Goals

• Teach students in-demand and emerging programming languages such as advanced Java programming, Python, JavaScript, Swift, and Kotlin.
• Students will learn about development tools and platforms such as IntelliJ IDEA, NetBeans IDE, Android Studio, Apple Xcode, Visual Studio Code, and cloud based services.
• Students will be exposed to database concepts, various operating systems such as Linux, macOS, and modern versions of Windows.

College Certificate Outcomes

• Students will be prepared to work as software development employees or contractors
• Students are able to transfer courses to a 4-year institution for completion of computer science or related degree

Admission Requirements

Students are admitted to the program each semester. Students must have the program’s approval, a completed application, and other required information submitted by the due date.

If there are openings after the application deadline, any remaining openings will be filled on a “first come” basis. To be admitted into the CIS program students must:

• Fulfill all WCCCD admission requirements
• Declare program intent on the WCCCD admission application or change program intent at the campus admission office
• Fulfill course placement requirements based on ACCUPLACER^® assessment
• Obtain an Educational Development Plan of Work, outlining the student’s plan for program completion from an academic advisor
• Complete a WCCCD Program Application and submit to the Campus Academic Officer

Prerequisite Work

Prior to beginning the program, students must have computer competencies, which include the ability to key text at a minimum rate of 35 words per minute. These necessary skills can be obtained from your life experiences or by taking any of the following courses: Keyboarding, Keyboarding Fundamentals and Intermediate Keyboarding.