Computer Programming Certificate

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This certificate curriculum emphasizes software development and computer programming skills. The curriculum provides flexibility in the student’s choice of programming languages. Students should consult an adviser before beginning the curriculum.

Program Requirements

All students should consult an advisor.

CMSC 110 - Computer Concepts 3 semester hours ‡
CMSC 140 - Introduction to Programming 3 semester hours
Intermediate languages 6-7 semester hours ‡ ‡
Advanced language 3-4 semester hours ‡‡‡
CMSC elective or department-approved CMAP or TECH elective 3 semester hours

Total Credit Hours: 18-20

‡ May be replaced by another CMSC course with department consent.

‡‡ Select two courses from CMSC 201 , CMSC 203 , CMSC 222 , CMSC 226 , or other department-approved language.

‡‡‡ The advanced language must correspond to one of the intermediate languages chosen.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

Analyze, design, and implement computer programs.
Demonstrate working knowledge in one high-level programming language.
Demonstrate proficiency in a second high-level programming language.