Computer Programming and Analysis A.S. Degree
Computer programming and system analysis are two of the fastest-growing occupations in Florida, the United States, and the world. The Bureau of Labor Statistics ranks each in its top five list of fastest-growing positions. A recent survey by the Information Technology Association of America estimates 10 percent of the information technology (IT) jobs nationwide are unfilled.
Computer programmers and analysts are in high-demand. Professionals who can identify and create solutions for computer and network problems are vital to creating, maintaining, and upgrading successful computer and network systems.
At a Glance
This A.S. degree teaches you how to:
- Analyze a system
- Create programs and business solutions that automate manual systems or improve computerized systems
Specializations
There are four specialization tracks in the A.S. degree in Computer Programming and Analysis:
- Programming
This track prepares graduates for programming jobs in a wide variety of industries and allows students to take courses in several different programming languages. - Web Development
This track prepares graduates for programming jobs developing and programming websites and other web-based applications such as eCommerce. - Data
This track prepares graduates for programming jobs in data-related roles in software development. - Modeling and Simulation
This track prepares graduates for programming jobs in modeling, simulation and video game development. Learn more about the Modeling and Simulation specialization track.
Explore Career Opportunities
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