Information Technology Computer Programming Emphasis, A.A.S.

The IT A.A.S. with an emphasis in computer programming is intended to prepare students for a career or further study in industry-specific programming.  A computer programmer will analyze, design, develop, test, implement and maintain computer applications to meet business needs.  It is the job of the computer programmer to design and update the software that runs on the computer.  A programmer codes the changes and then tests and debugs the software.  This program focuses on the development of problem-solving skills that are essential to understanding computer systems and finding solutions to challenges and skills that are in demand in a variety of industries, from private corporations to government agencies and more.  Throughout the computer programming degree program, students will be taught several programming languages, database design and web development.