Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree in Computer Programming and Analysis

Valencia College

The Computer Programming and Analysis Associate in Science (A.S.) degree program at Valencia College prepares you to go directly into a specialized career within the information technology industry.Students in this program develop skills in computer programming and analysis, while enjoying hands-on training in the foundations of computer technology and software development. Elective courses allow students to enhance their skill sets with advanced programming and Web development. All classes are taught in state-of-the-art computer labs with the most popular software and hardware, and the curriculum includes an internship program that places students directly into IT departments where they can put their new knowledge into practice and gain real world experience.Career OutlookLearn How ToDesign, implement and test computer applications developed with the latest programming languages and Web technologies.Develop applications for both client and server-side Windows and Web applications.Use current modeling techniques to analyze business problems that require an IT solution.Work on a team to provide technical solutions to customer problems and needs.Job OutlookComputer programmers and web developers are employed in industries that write and sell software, as well as a broad spectrum of companies that create software for their own internal needs. Job growth will continue to be driven by the ongoing expansion of the computer systems design industry, which is projected to remain one of the fastest-growing industries in the U.S. economy.Potential CareersComputer ProgrammerSystems and Applications ProgrammerProgrammer and Systems AnalystSoftware TesterWeb ProgrammerWeb DeveloperWebmaster

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