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Fall 2010 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Computer Programming Certificate

Division: Math, Computer, Engineering & Physical Sciences & Technologies
Academic Dept: Computer Science
HEGIS: 5103
Curriculum Chair: Prof. Elizabeth Branca
Tel: 914-606-7914

The Computer Programming certificate is designed to enable working professionals to upgrade their programming skills or make a career change. Recipients of this certificate will develop the critical thinking skills integral to computer programming, including problem analysis, solutions design and program testing in various up-to-date programming languages. The certificate is also appropriate for students who are studying (or who have earned degrees) in other academic disciplines such as Networking, Business, Computer Information Systems, Computer Graphics, Mathematics and Science whereby they can enhance their studies and/or professional preparation.

 

Program of Study

Electives

Select one from:

Elective Note(s)

* Students who choose to take this course to satisfy the Program Requirement must select another elective on the list to satisfy the elective requirement. 

** Students may take this course in the second semester only if COMSC 207 Java Application Development was taken in the first semester, or if it has been waived with approval by the CS Curriculum Chair.

 

Minimum Total Credits: 17

Advisement Guide: The Advisement Guide provides important information to students about how best to complete this degree, including a semester-by-semester breakdown of how best to complete the required classes. Click here for the Advisement Guide’s 2-Semester Plan .