2019-2020 Catalog

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-140Introduction to Computer Science

3

OR-

MIS-105Programming Principles

3

- 

MIS-123Database Design

3

MIS-176Java Programming I

3

MIS-276Java Programming II

3

MIS-283Java Web Applications

3

MIS-286Advanced Java Development

3

MIS-292SQL/Database Applications

3

Suggested Schedule

Semester 1 (3 credit hours)

CSC-140Introduction to Computer Science

3

OR-

MIS-105Programming Principles

3

Semester 2 (6 credit hours)

MIS-123Database Design

3

MIS-176Java Programming I

3

Semester 3 (6 credit hours)

MIS-276Java Programming II

3

MIS-292SQL/Database Applications

3

Semester 4 (6 credit hours)

MIS-283Java Web Applications

3

MIS-286Advanced Java Development

3

Gainful Employment Disclosures – 2019

Program Name: Java Programmer - Certificate
This program is designed to be completed in 16 months.
This program will cost $4,680 if completed within normal time.  There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed.

Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with N/A* of debt.
*Fewer than 10 students completed this program within normal time. This number has been withheld to preserve the confidentiality of the students.

The following States do not have licensure requirements for this profession: Illinois
For more information about graduation rates, loan repayment rates, and post-enrollment earnings about this institution and other postsecondary institutions please click here: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/