Java Programmer, Certificate

Certificate—21 credit hours

Curriculum Code 1458

This program prepares students with programming skills that will, when combined with a degree, provide the background for entry-level or trainee positions or enhance an information technology professional’s versatility and career advancement potential.

Because Java was designed for the Internet, it has been a popular choice for writing programs that are platform independent and safe. Java remains popular for network programming and web development. More recently, object-oriented features in the language have made Java a competitive option for writing stand-alone applications. Within this certificate’s courses you will learn the latest in software design and development methodologies while gaining hands-on experience with the latest versions of Java.

Required Career Courses

21 credit hours as follows:

CSC-140	Introduction to Computer Science	3
OR-
MIS-105	Programming Principles	3
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MIS-123	Database Design	3
MIS-176	Java Programming I	3
MIS-276	Java Programming II	3
MIS-283	Java Web Applications	3
MIS-286	Advanced Java Development	3
MIS-292	SQL/Database Applications	3

Suggested Schedule

Semester 1 (3 credit hours)

CSC-140	Introduction to Computer Science	3
OR-
MIS-105	Programming Principles	3

Semester 2 (6 credit hours)

MIS-123	Database Design	3
MIS-176	Java Programming I	3

Semester 3 (6 credit hours)

MIS-276	Java Programming II	3
MIS-292	SQL/Database Applications	3

Semester 4 (6 credit hours)

MIS-283	Java Web Applications	3
MIS-286	Advanced Java Development	3