Information Systems Technology, Computer Programmer Concentration
- Career Studies Certificate (C.S.C.)
Program Snapshot
Your Learning Options
In-Person, Hybrid, Online
30 Credit Hours
Estimated Time to Complete
1 year (2 full-time semesters)
In-State Tuition Per Credit Hour
$176.00 | Calculate your costs
Why Computer Programming?
Discover the dynamic world of computer programming and unlock endless opportunities in the tech industry.
- Position yourself at the forefront of this burgeoning industry, opening doors to exciting career opportunities and long-term professional growth.
- Focus on practical, hands-on learning, you'll gain the expertise needed to excel in the field of computer programming and beyond.
- Earn the Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer Certification and open doors to many lucrative career opportunities.
Paying for College
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Why Reynolds?
We are more than a community college.
Reynolds is the key that unlocks the door to your academic and professional success. Here you will find a safe place to start. We will help you explore, dream, succeed, try, and try again. Our amazing faculty and highly personalized advisors, your Reynolds Navigators, are well known for guiding you to discover that "aha moment.” That means an outstanding college experience, less debt, more freedom, and a solid start on your future.
Experience a comprehensive program that spans the entire spectrum of programming. From mastering the basics to delving into more advanced topics, such as the programming language, C#, our curriculum is designed to foster your growth as a programmer.
Benefit from the mentorship of our experienced faculty who are dedicated to your success. With their guidance and support, you'll receive personalized attention and invaluable insights that will empower you to excel in your programming career.
Master the fundamentals of programming, integrating database technology, and web development, and be well-prepared to meet the demands of today's tech industry. Whether you aspire to become an Entry-Level Computer Programmer, Analyst, Software Developer, or Web Programmer, our program provides you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in these diverse roles.
The only secret is to keep going… If you fall 100 times then you get up 101 times.
Keya Wingfield
Class Highlights
ITP 136 - C# Programming I
Learn the fundamentals of object-oriented programming and design using the programming language, C#.
ITP 245 - Developing User Interfaces
Study the creation of computer application user interfaces that offer intuitive navigation and design for web, mobile, and desktop applications.
ITP 298 - Seminar and Project in Information Technology Programming: Programming Capstone
Gain hands-on experience developing sophisticated web-based applications using ASP.NET and SQL Server, in a semester-long project.
Program Roadmap
Get all the details on our Information Systems Technology - Computer Programmer Concentration program, including class sequences, admission requirements, financial considerations, and more.
Additional Program Information
PURPOSE: The Computer Programmer Career Studies Certificate prepares students to design and implement traditional/legacy stand-alone and client-server applications using procedural and object-oriented development techniques. The material presented in this certificate will help prepare students for the Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer Certification.
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES: Entry-Level Computer Programmer; Analyst; Software Developer; Web Programmer.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: General college curricular admission.
PROGRAM NOTES: The Computer Programmer Career Studies Certificate will fulfill the IT concentration electives in the Information Systems Technology Associate of Applied Science degree.
Students should check their advisement report in SIS and meet with their faculty advisor.
IT courses used for this program may not be more than 10 years old.
CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING: Students in this program may be eligible for credit for prior learning. See an Information Systems Technology (IST) academic advisor for further information.