Program Development, CSC

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PURPOSE: This one-year program prepares students for entry-level jobs in computer programming. Jobs include app developer and coder. All career-technical degrees are guided by advisory committees comprised of local business leaders.

CREDENTIALS: A Career Studies Certificate (CSC) is a program of study typically less than one year in length with a major in a career-technical area. Students receiving a CSC intend to pursue immediate employment.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet JTCC admission requirements. New students should visit the Advising Center and returning students their faculty advisor for more information.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES: By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an introductory level of competency in the following skills:

Create flowcharts and structure charts to illustrate program logic.
Design a computer program using a designated programming language.
Communicate effectively in IT environments using research, writing, and presentation skills.

Required Courses

ITE 115 - Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts 3 credits
ITE 215 - Advanced Computer Applications and Integration 3 credits
ITP 100 - Software Design 3 credits
ITP 120 - Java Programming I 3 credits (Offered Fall only)
ITP 160 - Introduction to Game Design & Development 3 credits (Offered Spring only)
ITP 220 - Java Programming II 3 credits (Offered Spring only)
ITP 136 - C# Programming I 3 credits
ITP 251 - Systems Analysis and Design 3 credits
ITE 290 - Coordinated Internship 1 credit

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 25

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Pre-requisite and co-requisite requirements can be found in course details.

Students with good computer skills may seek to satisfy the ITE 115 requirement by taking the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) or the John Tyler Community College ITE 115 Test Challenge Exam.

Students should regularly meet with their faculty advisor and check their advisement report by accessing the Student Information System (SIS) through the myTyler portal.

To enroll in ITE 290 Coordinated Internship, students must have completed all coursework or be concurrently completing coursework in present semester for graduation with faculty advisor’s approval.

All information technology courses must be completed within five years of student’s intended graduation date.

Courses noted as Fall only or Spring only are based on historical trends and current planning and may change without notice.