Microcomputer Programming

Certificate in Applied Science

18 Credit Hours

This certificate program prepares students for employment with companies looking for programming professionals. Students progress in a step-by-step, class-by-class methodology that takes them to a skill level where they can work in any programming environment. The curriculum uses many of the current programming languages.

Major Requirements

CPT 114	Computers and Programming	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course introduces computer concepts and programming. Topics include basic concepts of computer architecture, files, memory and input/output devices. Programming is done in a modern high-level language.Learn More Prerequisites MAT 033 or

CPT 167	Introduction to Programming Logic	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course introduces foundation concepts in structured programming. Problem solving and algorithm development through pseudo code and flowcharting is emphasized. Solutions are developed using the basic control structures of sequential, decision and iteration.Learn More Prerequisites CPT 114 with a minimum grade of C

CPT 180	Shell Scripting	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is a study of shell scripting and emphasizes the designing, coding, and testing of scripts. This course will cover shell scripting from both the command line and the Graphical User Interface.Learn More Prerequisites MAT 032 and CPT 114 or CPT 167 or IST 165 or IST 190

CPT 187	Object-Oriented Logic and Design	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This is a study in the planning and implementation of object-oriented programs.Learn More Prerequisites CPT 167 with a minimum grade of C

CPT 237	Advanced Java Programming	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is a study of advanced topics of the Java programming language by building on a basic knowledge of the Java language. Topics covered will include multi-reading, swing classes, swing event models, advanced layout managers, the JavaBean component model, network programming and server-side programming.Learn More Prerequisites CPT 187 with a minimum grade of C

CPT 244	Data Structures	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course examines data structures widely used in programming. Topics include linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and sorting and searching techniques.Learn More Prerequisites CPT 237 with a minimum grade of C

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Admission Requirements

Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying placement levels.