The Program
Having the Certificate or the AS Degree demonstrates your proficiency in certain skills. While units in this program are transferable to many institutions, students should consult a counselor for information.
AS - Computer Programming
Freshman Year
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| Computer Science 1 (Computing Fundamentals I) | 4 |
| English 1A (Critical Reading and Composition) | 3 |
| Computer Information Systems 60 (Systems Analysis and Design) | 3 |
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| Computer Science 43 (Professional Communications) | 4 |
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Sophomore Year
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| Computer Science 45 (Database Programming) | 3 |
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4 |
| Computer Science 47 (Capstone Project) | 3 |
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| Total units required | 60 |
§ Program-based General Education 3 unit requirement. See a counselor.
Certificate of Achievement Computer Programming
Programming Fundamentals:
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| Computer Science 1 (Computing Fundamentals I) | 4 |
| Intermediate Courses in two Programming Languages—Select 2: | |
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8 |
Advanced Course in any Programming Language—Select 1: |
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2 |
Computer Science 33 (Advanced C++ Programming) |
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Computer Science 34 (Advanced Java Programming) |
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Computer Science 35 (Advanced Visual Basic Programming) |
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4 |
Professional Competence:
| Courses | Units |
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| Computer Information Systems 60 (Systems Analysis and Design) | 3 |
| Computer Science 43 (Professional Communications) | 4 |
| Computer Science 45 (Database Programming) | 4 |
| Computer Science 47 (Capstone Project) | 3 |
| Total Units | 30 |
