C.C., Computer Programming Certificate

Certificate Type: C.C.
Major Code: COMPR-CC
CIP: 0511020200
Former CIP: 0507030100

This program can be completed in one year and provides the specialized training needed to develop and enhance occupational proficiency. Graduates qualify for employment in the business data processing community as computer programmers or programmer-trainees. Students will have the opportunity to use a variety of business software, automate business applications and provide solutions for business applications problems. This certificate is upward compatible with the A.S. degree, Computer Programming and Analysis or the A.S. degree, Computer Information Technology.

Major Courses
CET1179	Network Concepts and Operating Systems This course is an introduction to computer networks and operating systems. Computer components are identified and their functions explained. Operating system functions include command execution, disk drive operations, file maintenance, directory maintenance, batch files and system configurations. Network topics include proper logging in, logging out, network security and network questions and solutions. Operating typical business software such as word processing, spreadsheets and database management of a network will be introduced. Lab fee required.	3
CGS2100C	Office Applications This course focuses on the concepts and operation of the main components of word processor, electronic spreadsheet, database management and presentation software programs. Students will gain fundamental knowledge of a major software suite and learn skills that have practical applications in real world situations. Lab fee required.	3
CGS2108C	Advanced Office Applications This course covers advanced microcomputer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and Web development. Topics include form letters, merging, desktop publishing, financial functions, amortization schedules, data tables, creating and querying a worksheet database, templates, creating customized reports and forms in a switchboard manager, embedded visuals, importing clips into presentations and Web publishing. Lab fee required.	3
CGS2545C	Database Management This course is a study of database design and management. Topics include the relational model, Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERDs), database design and normalization, query languages, multi-user and distributed databases and data warehouses. Lab fee required.	3
CIS2321	Systems Analysis and Design This course is a study of the fundamentals of systems analysis and how they are applied to the development of information systems for operations in the business environment. Major topics studied include methods of systems investigation, input/output design, system documentation, communication, implementation of new systems, control and security of systems, hardware selection and software development. Typical data processing applications are examined. Lab fee required.	3
CTS2445	Oracle Structured Query Language (SQL) This class covers the industry standard Structured Query Language (SQL) and additional SQL features specific to Oracle relational databases. Students learn to create and maintain database objects and to store, retrieve and manipulate data. Classroom lecture and hands-on lab assignments reinforce the fundamental concepts. This course prepares students for the Oracle Application Developer and Database Administrator exams. Lab fee required.	3
COP1000	Principles of Computer Programming This course covers the basic concepts of computer programming. Students use a structured approach to program/algorithm design and learn logic techniques such as iteration, initialization, conditional processing, accumulation and sequencing. Also considered are programming style and program efficiency. Logic techniques and data formats are illustrated using high level programming languages. This class utilizes classroom lecture and hands-on programming exercises. A working knowledge of the Windows PC including starting programs, saving files and copying files is required. Lab fee required.	3
COP2822	Web Applications Web Applications introduces students to the art of web development by using industry standard tools and scripts to construct commercial-grade web pages. The course will cover the software tools available to create and develop web pages as well as hands-on experience configuring a variety of software used on a website. Lab fee required.	3
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COP2831	Web Scripting and AJAX This course will teach the student how to modify a document's structure, styling and content in response to user actions and make AJAX requests to get data from the server without reloading the page. Today's web applications, such as Google Maps and Web 2.0 sites, such as Twitter, are powered by JavaScript and AJAX. Lab fee required.	3
Select one set of three courses from this section:
Visual Basic
COP1332	Visual Basic Programming Students will learn the Visual Basic programming language through classroom lectures and hands-on lab exercises. Topics covered include selection statements, iteration, event-driven programming, data files, databases, menus and ActiveX controls. Lab fee required.	3
COP2821	Advanced Visual Basic Programming This course uses Visual Basic to solve advanced programming problems. Topics covered include advanced Windows controls, Internet controls, ActiveX controls, ActiveX documents, Multiple Documents Interface (MDI) applications, Dynamic Link Libraries (DLLs), the Component Object Model (COM) and class modules. This class utilizes classroom lectures and hands-on programming exercises. Lab fee required.	3
Any CAP XXXX, CET XXXX CGS XXXX, COP XXXX not already required		3
C++
COP2224	C++ Programming This course provides an introduction to object-oriented programming and the C++ programming language. Students will create, document, run and debug programs using computer facilities on campus. Key topics include variables, classes, objects, selection, iteration, strings, arrays, pointers and functions. Lab fee required.	3
COP2228	Advanced C++ Programming The student applies the Visual C++ programming language to more advanced problems by designing, implementing and documenting computer applications. Key topics include class constructors and destructors, function overloading, operator overloading, dynamic memory allocation, encapsulation, inheritance and polymorphism. Selected classes from the C++ Standard Template Library (STL) are also covered. Lab fee required.	3
Any CAP XXXX, CET XXXX, CGS XXXX, COP XXXX not already required		3
Java
COP2800	Programming in Java This course provides an introduction to object-oriented programming and the Java programming language. Students will design, build, implement and debug computer applications and web applets using the Java language. Lab fee required.	3
COP2805	Advanced Java Programming In this course, the student will learn the more advanced features of the Java programming language to create complex applications and applets that utilize graphical user interfaces, databases, multithreading, Internet communications, JavaBeans and multimedia. Lab fee required.	3
Any CAP XXXX, CET XXXX, CGS XXXX, COP XXXX not already required		3
C#
COP2360	C# Programming This course provides an introduction to the C# programming language. Students will learn the basic features of the language including selection, iteration, data types and scope. In addition, the course will cover the object-oriented aspects of the language including encapsulation, inheritance and polymorphism. Lab fee required.	3
COP2362	Advanced C# Programming In this course the student will use the more advanced features of the C# programming language to create complex applications that utilize graphical user interfaces, databases, multithreading, Internet communications and multimedia. Lab fee required.	3
Any CAP XXXX, CET XXXX, CGS XXXX, COP XXXX not already required		3
WWW (Select this option to transfer to the Computer Information Technology A.S. Degree)
COP2830	Web Programming I Web Programming I will focus on the skills required for web application development using XHTML, client-side scripting and basic server-side scripts. This course will explore the syntax, semantics and limitations of page layout, Cascading Style Sheets and basic scripting. Implementation of server-side scripting will be covered as it pertains to form processing. Examples of tools, W3 standards and cross-browser compatibility will also be examined. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to design, program and publish a commercial-grade website. Lab fee required.	3
COP2836	Web Programming II Programming on the Web server enables a website to interface with databases, access server files and create dynamic content for websites. This course introduces the student to a wide variety of server-side programming and scripting technologies. Examples of these tools and languages include Server Side Includes (SSI), Common Gateway Interface (CGI), PERL, ASP, Java Servlets, Java Server Pages (JSP) and JavaScript. The student will use this introduction to select future courses that cover these topics in detail. Lab fee required.	3
COP2833	Data Driven Websites Databases drive today's e-commerce websites. This course demonstrates how to leverage the power of a relational database through the use of SQL and server-side scripting. The student will explore server-side scripts in a variety of languages to provide dynamic website content. The course will demonstrate how to connect to data from standard ODBC-compliant databases and create database-driven websites. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to design, develop and publish a dynamic database-driven application suitable for use in business or e-commerce. Lab fee required.	3
Total Credits:		33