Computer Programming Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Overview

Major ID: 009A

Program Start Dates: Fall, Spring, Summer

The job of the applications programmer is to (1) review job specifications provided by the system analyst and end user and (2) plan, code, test, and document a programming solution which takes the available data input and produces the desired output in the form of a printed report or a screen display. The programming language(s) used depends on the nature of the problem and the languages available during installation.

Above average communications and math skills are required. Students should exhibit qualities of patience, perseverance and preciseness and should enjoy working in a team environment and also be able to work independently.

Career Opportunities

Graduates find excellent opportunities as computer programmers in business, manufacturing, government and education. Jobs for computer programmers for all types of computer systems are found throughout the country with opportunities for good earning and rapid advancement. Jobs include: Programmer, Database Project Specialist, Applications Programmer, Technical Programmer, Systems Analyst, MIS Coordinator, Software Developer, Junior Programmer-Analyst, and Senior Programmer-Analyst.

Program Outcomes

Graduates will be able to;

1. Design and code computer programs in a variety of computer programming languages.
2. Professionally structure and document source codes.
3. Utilize sound program testing procedures to insure the accuracy of the programs they develop.
4. Use current program coding conventions to develop well documented code.
5. Apply effective technical communication skills.
6. Develop database applications using an industry standard database management system.
7. Develop a computer program to create, modify and manipulate a relational database.
8. Identify the similarities and differences between the Linux and Windows operating systems.

Program Faculty

Mary Anderson
mary.anderson@saintpaul.edu

Transfer Opportunities

Saint Paul College has transfer agreements & partnerships between many post-secondary institutions. For more information please go to saintpaul.edu/Transfer.