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Computer Programming and Analysis Associate in Science Degree (and Certificate Programs)
Set Yourself Up for a Great Career If you’d like a challenging, high-tech career, look no further than Information Technology. If you’re serious about acquiring the skills needed to enter this fast-paced industry, then Valencia’s Associate in Science degree in Computer Programming and Analysis (CP&A) is for you. Core courses provide knowledge and hands-on training in the foundations of computer technology, database, web applications, user applications, and computer programming. Elective courses allow students to choose from advanced programming, web development or game programming. All classes are taught in state-of-the-art computer labs with the most popular software and hardware. The curriculum includes an internship program that places students directly into IT departments where they can put their new knowledge into practice while still enrolled.
Potential Careers • • • •
Systems Analyst Systems Programmer Computer Programmer Web Developer
• • • •
Applications Programmer Software Tester Web Programmer Web Master
Potential Earnings For salary and wage information, visit: http://floridawages.com/
Contacts Prospective Students: Contact Enrollment Services at enrollment@valenciacollege.edu
or call 407-582-1507. Current Students: Mr. Dave Brunick Program Chair, East
East Campus: 407-582-2360 dbrunick@valenciacollege.edu
Ms. Launa Sickler Career Program Advisor
East Campus:407-582-2504 lsickler@valenciacollege.edu
Ms. Joan Alexander Program Chair, West
West Campus: 407-582-1542 jalexander@valenciacollege.edu
Ms. Amy Love Career Program Advisor
West Campus: 407-582-1973 alove8@valenciacollege.edu
Mr. Ray Enger Program Chair, Osceola
Osceola Campus: 407-582-4118 renger@valenciacollege.edu
• Computer Programming (33 credits) - Computer Programming Specialization - Web Development Specialization - Game Programming Specialization
Ms. Claudia Zequeira Career Program Advisor
Osceola Campus: 407-582-4172 czequeira@valenciacollege.edu
• Computer Programming Specialist (18 credits) - Computer Programming Specialization - Web Development Specialization
Did you know that all of Valencia’s A.S. degree programs will transfer into the Bachelor’s of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree at UCF’s regional campuses, as well as other universities? For more information about specific locations and requirements, visit: regionalcampuses.ucf.edu/program/applied-science/
For a Jump Start on Your Career… Take the fast track to reaching your career goals with one of our certificate programs below. These certificate programs are designed to equip you with a specialized skill set for immediate employment or to upgrade your skills for job advancement. Most can be completed in one year or less, and all of the courses in the certificate programs can be applied towards the A.S. degree.
Credit for Industry Certification/Licensure If you have earned a state approved industry certification, you may be eligible to receive credits toward your A.S. degree. For a listing of eligible industry certifications and A.S. degree programs, visit: valenciacollege.edu/asdegrees/credit_alternative.cfm. Receive updates about the program and connect with other students at: facebook.com/ValenciaInformationTechnology ©2011 Valencia College ASP080211-02
A.S. to Bachelor’s Degree Career Path…
Internship & Workforce Services If you need assistance with job resources or in locating an internship, please contact one of the individuals below: Vertrilla Hunt, East Campus: 407-582-2726 Carmen Diaz, West Campus: 407-582-1034 Matthew Abalos, Osceola Campus: 407-582-4196 For more information, visit: valenciacollege.edu/internship
Computer Programming and Analysis +* COP 1332
Computer Programming and Analysis Associate in Science Degree This program is designed for students who wish to develop skills in computer software development and analysis. The core courses provide knowledge and hands-on training in the foundations of computer technology, computer programming, programming analysis and design, and Web applications development. This program is designed for students who seek immediate employment, and it provides the option for transfer to a bachelor’s degree. Students are strongly encouraged to consult a career program advisor in the department office for assistance in determining the best education plan for their career goals.
Visual Basic Programming or +* COP 2360 C# Programming CGS 2091 Social, Legal, and Ethical Issues in Information Technology + CGS 2545 Database Management Systems SPC 1608 Fundamentals of Speech Humanities See Gen. Ed. Requirement Social Science See Gen. Ed. Requirement See Gen. Ed.Elective Total Credits
Although scheduling may not always provide for the following progression of courses, students should use the foundation, intermediate and advanced course sequence as a guide in program planning. All degree-seeking students must satisfy entry testing requirements and satisfactorily complete all Mandatory Courses in reading, student success, mathematics, English, and English for Academic Purposes in which the student is placed. Program Outcomes: • Analyze technical problems as related to customer requirements. • Design a logical plan for the development of a software solution. • Implement software solutions including documentation. • Evaluate software problems, plans, and solutions for correctness and appropriateness. • Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
3 3 3 3 3 3 21
ADVANCED COURSES Course
Graduates of specific programs at Orange County Tech Centers and TECO may be eligible for the award of credit in specific courses in this program. For information and requirements, visit the Valencia Web site at valenciacollege.edu/asdegrees/tech.cfm to view the articulation agreement. Eligible students should contact the related academic department and/or career program advisor at Valencia for the award of credit.
3
+* COP 2224 +* COP 2805 +* COP 2821 +* * +* +*
COP 2823 COP 2830 CIS 2910 CIS 2942 SLS 1303
Title
Credits
C++ Programming or Advanced Java Programming or Advanced Microsoft Application Development or Advanced Microsoft Web Development 3 Scripting Languages 3 4 IT Capstone 4 Internship in Computer Programming or Job Search 1 Computer Programming and Analysis Electives 10 Total Credits 21 Total Degree Credits
63
General education courses are in bold print in the degree course listing. COMPUTER PROGRAMMING AND ANALySIS ELECTIVES: Any course in the course description section of the Valencia catalog with the subject prefix of CAP, CET, CGS (exept CGS 1060), CIS, COP, COT, or CTS. Students with no knowledge of computer hardware are advised to consider CET 2178C A+ Hardware as one of these electives.
FOUNDATION COURSES Course
GEB 1011 + COP 1000 CGS 1560 CGS 2100 + COP 2822 +* ENC 1101 +* MAC 1105
Title
Credits
Introduction to Business 1 Introduction to Programming Concepts Introduction to Operating Systems 2 Computer Fundamentals and Applications Web site Development Freshman Composition I 3 College Algebra
3 3 3 3 3 3 3
Total Credits
21
INTERMEDIATE COURSES Course
+* COP 2220 +* COP 2800
Title
C Programming or Java Programming or
Credits
Several Florida public universities provide opportunities for A.S. degree graduates to pursue a bachelor’s degree. All of Valencia’s A.S. degrees will transfer into the Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree offered at UCF’s regional campuses, as well as other universities. For more information on UCF’s B.A.S. degree, go to regionalcampuses.ucf.edu/program/applied-science. For other transfer options that may be available, go to valenciacollege.edu/asdegrees/tech.cfm. Students who want to continue their education should contact their university of choice for acceptance of this degree. For students who are interested in pursuing UCF’s B.A.S. degree, 36 credit hours of general education courses will be required. Students will also have to fulfill the state’s foreign language requirement, which is two
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus. + This course must be completed with a grade of C or better. * This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.
Computer Programming and Analysis years of the same high school foreign language or two semesters of the same college-level foreign language.
Computer Programming with Specializations in: Computer Programming Web Development Game Programming Technical Certificate
Web Development Specialization Program Outcomes: • Analyze technical problems as related to customer requirements. • Design a logical plan for the development of a Web-based solution. • Implement Web-based solutions including documentation. • Evaluate Web-based problems, plans, and solutions for correctness and appropriateness. Course
This certificate is designed for students who wish to develop skills in computer programming, game programming or Web development.
* COP 2830 * CGS 2786 * COP 1812
FOUNDATION COURSES Course
+ COP 1000 CGS 1560 + COP 2822 + CGS 2545
Title Credits 1 Introduction to Programming Concepts 3
Introduction to Operating Systems Web Site Development Database Management Systems Computer Programming and Analysis Electives Total Credits
3 3 9 21
Computer Programming Specialization Program Outcomes: • Analyze technical problems as related to customer requirements. • Design a logical plan for the development of a software solution. • Implement software solutions including documentation. • Evaluate software problems, plans, and solutions for correctness and appropriateness. Course
+ * COP 2220 + * COP 2800 + * COP 1332 + * COP 2360 * COP 2830
Title
C Programming or Java Programming or Introduction to Visual Basic or C# Programming Scripting Languages Computer Programming and Analysis Electives Total Credits Total Certificate Credits
Credits
Title
Scripting Languages Web Development Tools XML and Web Services Computer Programming and Analysis Electives Total Credits Total Certificate Credits
Credits
3 3 3 3 12 33
Game Programming Specialization Program Outcomes: • Design a logical plan for the development of gaming software. • Implement games using object-oriented programming. • Test games for correctness and entertainment value. Course
+* COP 2800 +* COP 2805 +* COT 2001 +* CAP 2023
Title
Java Programming Advanced Java Programming Introduction to Math and Physics for Game Programming Game Programming Total Credits Total Certificate Credits
3 3 6 12 33
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus. + This course must be completed with a grade of C or better. * This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.
Credits
3 3 3 3 12 33
Computer Programming and Analysis NOTES: 1 Students with prior programming experience who pass a waiver examination will be allowed to substitute a higher-level course for this course.
Computer Programming Specialist with Specializations in: Computer Programming Web Development
2
For students with a high level of expertise in current version of Microsoft Office Suite, credit-by-examination is available for this course.
3
Students who were not required to take MAC 1105 may use a more advanced MAC, or approved equivalent, course to meet the math requirement.
Technical Certificate This certificate is designed for students who wish to gain a foundation in software development. FOUNDATION COURSES Course
+ COP 1000 CGS 1560
Title Credits 1 Introduction to Programming Concepts 3
Introduction to Operating Systems Computer Programming and Analysis Electives Total Credits
4
CIS 2910 is taken in the last semester or with department approval.
6 12
Computer Programming Specialization Program Outcomes: • Analyze technical problems as related to customer requirements. • Design a logical plan for the development of a software solution. • Implement software solutions including documentation. • Evaluate software problems, plans, and solutions for correctness and appropriateness. Course
+* COP 2220 +* COP 2800 +* COP 1332 +* COP 2360
Title
C Programming or Java Programming or Introduction to Visual Basic or C# Programming Computer Programming and Analysis Electives Total Credits Total Certificate Credits
Credits
3 3 6 18
Web Development Specialization Program Outcomes: • Analyze technical problems as related to customer requirements. • Design a logical plan for the development of a Web-based solution. • Implement Web-based solutions including documentation. • Evaluate Web-based problems, plans, and solutions for correctness and appropriateness. Course
+ COP 2822 * COP 2830
Title
Web Site Development Scripting Languages Total Credits Total Certificate Credits
Credits
3 3 6 18
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus. + This course must be completed with a grade of C or better. * This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.