Computer Programming Certificate

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Total Credits: 29

Major Code: 8107

Program Description

The Computer Programming certificate program targets students interested in careers in information technology. It is designed for holders of an Associate of Arts (AA), Associate of Science (AS) and/or baccalaureate degree who have an interest in a career change or job enhancement. The program shares curriculum with related courses from business and computer networking to provide graduates with a diverse skill set. This certificate is currently being offered on a two-year, part-time basis.

Program Requirements: 29 Credits

CNET 1105 - Introduction to Cybersecurity Credits: 1
CNET 2101 - Introduction to Networks Credits: 3
CSCI 1101 - Introduction to Computer Science and Problem-Solving Credits: 3
CSCI 1106 - Fundamentals of Computer Science I Credits: 4
CSCI 1107 - Fundamentals of Computer Science II Credits: 4
CSCI 1115 - Visual Basic Programming Credits: 3
CSCI 1125 - Object-Oriented Programming Using Java Credits: 3
CSCI 1201 - Database Systems Credits: 4
CSCI 2100 /MATH 2100 - Discrete Mathematics Credits: 4

Program Information

Program Goals

By completing this certificate, students will achieve the following learning goals:

Be fluent in two or more programming languages;
Write computer programs to solve any type of problem;
Understand ethical and moral issues as related to Computer Science applications;
Write Windows-based programs;
Write Graphical User Interface programs that are platform independent; and
Write Object-Oriented programs.

Completion Requirements

A minimum of 12 semester credits in courses numbered 1000 or above must be completed at ARCC.
A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in courses numbered 1000 or above at ARCC.
A minimum grade of C must be earned in all program requirements.
All program requirements must be completed at ARCC.
Courses must be completed within three years. Students may petition to extend the window beyond the three years.
All course requirements must be complete before a certificate will be awarded.
To complete your program, please submit the appropriate application found here.
The requirements of this program are subject to change without notice.

Note

This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on anokaramsey.edu.

You are encouraged to contact an academic advisor at 763-433-1230 for course planning assistance, information about transfer credit evaluation, and transfer options.

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