Computer Information Systems: Software Developer
The Software Development Certificate teaches students how to create applications and systems that run on various devices, including personal computers, mobile phones, tablets, automobiles, and others.
The program achieves this goal by exposing students to key programming languages. It will help students acquire key information technology skills and popular programming languages used across several industries. The program will position students to either transfer to a four-year degree-granting institution with knowledge and credits or be employable to work in the industry.
A Certificate in Software Development from WCCCD prepares you for various roles such as:
Software developers typically do the following:
- Analyze users’ needs and then design and develop software to meet those needs
- Recommend software upgrades for customers’ existing programs and systems
- Design each piece of an application or system and plan how the pieces will work together
- Create a variety of models and diagrams showing programmers the software code needed for an application
- Ensure that a program continues to function normally through software maintenance and testing
- Document every aspect of an application or system as a reference for future maintenance and upgrades
Job Outlook?
Employment is projected to grow 25 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average
for all occupations.
Recommended course sequencing
Semester 1 Total: 14 Credits
- CIS 110 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems 4 Credit(s)
- CIS 120 - Introduction to Database Concepts 3 Credit(s)
- CIS 112 - Structured Design 3 Credit(s)
- CIS 130 - Introduction to Application Development 4 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 11 Credits
- CIS 210 - Introduction to Operating Systems 3 Credit(s)
- CIS 207 - Java Programming Language 4 Credit(s)
- CIS 200 - Python Programming Language 4 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 12 Credits
- CIS 258 - JavaScript /PERL 4 Credit(s)
- CIS 208 - Advanced Java Programming Language 4 Credit(s)
- CIS 255 - Swift Programming Language 4 Credit(s)
Where is WCCCD’s Software Developer Program Offered?
The Software Developer program is offered at our Northwest campus. As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
It is the policy of WCCCD that no person, based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, or political affiliation or belief, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in employment or in any program or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.
