Overview
The Computer Programming and Database Management – Computer Software Development Major (CSD) is an online degree focuses on the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of software used in a variety of industries. Students gain knowledge of computer operating systems and software development using several programming languages.
Graduates earn an Associate of Applied Science degree and are prepared to enter the workforce as skilled computer programmers and systems integrators. Graduates may continue their education in a bachelor’s degree program in computer science, information systems, business informatics, or business administration.
The Computer Software Development Major is primarily offered as an online degree for students who seek that instructional method. Some of the required courses can be taken through in-person classes.
Related Programs
Computer Programming and Database Management - Computer Information Systems Major (CINS)Computer Programming and Database Management - Software Engineering Technology Major (SET)Contacts
Program Chair
Co-op Coordinator
Career Outlook
Graduates Are Prepared To
- Write computer programs using .NET, C++, C#, Java, and current web based programming languages
- Design, develop, and maintain state-of-the-art database management systems using SQL/ Server and MySQL
- Write system integration software
- Demonstrate proficiency in business/system analysis and design techniques
- Develop on various platforms and operating systems such as Linux, .NET, Windows, and IBM Power Systems
- Seek a variety of industry certifications and advanced degrees
Representative Job Titles For Graduates
- Software Developer
- Computer Programmer/Analyst
- Database Systems Programmer/Analyst
- Internet Database Administrator (eDBA)
- .NET Web Developer/Programmer
- Senior Programmer/Analyst
- System Analyst
- e-Business Developer
Graduate Employment Outlook
Graduates with Computer Software Development skills are in high demand locally and nationally. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of software developers is projected to grow 22 percent through 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations.
$34,000 to $55,000 annual salary
Graduate Starting Salary Projections
Contacts
Program Chair
Co-op Coordinator
Curriculum
Effective 2024-2025 academic year
Computer Programming and Database Management – Computer Software Development Major (CSD)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
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| FYE 100 | College Success Strategies: Overview ( B) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| ENG 101 | English Composition 1 ( G) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| IT 100 | Computer Programming Foundations ( B) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| PHI 110 | Ethics ( G) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MAT XXX Mathematics Elective (G) | 2 | 2 | 3 | |
| Semester 2 | ||||
| IT 101 | Programming 1 ( B) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| IT 111 | Database Design and SQL 1 ( B) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| ENG 10X English Composition Elective (G) | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| CPDM 210 | System Analysis and Design ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Semester 3 | ||||
| IT 102 | Programming 2 ( B) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| CPDM 120 | Fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming using Python ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| XXX XXX Technical Track Elective 1 (T) | 2 | 3 | 3 | |
| ECO 1XX Economics Elective (G) | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester 4 | ||||
| IT 161 | Java Programming 1 ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| SET 151 | C Programming 1 ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| IT 117 | Web Application Development 1 ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| XXX XXX Technical Track Elective 2 (T) | 1 | 40 | 2 | |
| Semester 5 | ||||
| CPDM 290 | Computer Programming and Database Management Capstone ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| SET 252 | C Programming 2 ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| IT 262 | Java Programming 2 ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| IT 218 | Web Application Development 2 ( T) | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 44 | 84 | 60 | |
Electives
| Mathematics Elective | ||
| MAT 124 | Applied Algebra and Geometry | 4 |
| MAT 125 | Algebra and Trigonometry * | 4 |
| MAT 131 | Statistics 1 | 3 |
| MAT 151 | College Algebra | 4 |
| Economics Elective | ||
| ECO 105 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECO 110 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| English Composition Elective | ||
| ENG 102 | English Composition 2: Contemporary Issues | 3 |
| ENG 103 | English Composition 2: Writing about Literature | 3 |
| ENG 104 | English Composition 2: Technical Communication | 3 |
| ENG 105 | English Composition 2: Business Communication | 3 |
| Technical Track Electives (Choose courses from 1 track) | ||
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Database Analytics Track
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| IT 112 | Database Design and Management | 3 |
| IT 212 | Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, and Reporting | 3 |
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Experiential Learning Track (Choose courses from 1 experiential learning group)
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Cooperative Education Experiential Learning
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| CPDM 190 | Cooperative Education Preparation: Computer Programming and Database Management | 1 |
| CPDM 291 | Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Computer Programming and Database Management | 2 |
| CPDM 292 | Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Computer Programming and Database Management | 2 |
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Project-Based Experiential Learning
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| CPDM 190 | Cooperative Education Preparation: Computer Programming and Database Management | 1 |
| CPDM 296 | Project-Based Learning 1 | 2 |
| CPDM 297 | Project-Based Learning 2 | 2 |
| * | Not available online |
G = General Education course in this curriculum
B = Basic Skills course in this curriculum
T = Technical course in this curriculum
• This curriculum displays only course numbers without the added letter.
• The alternative version, when available, meets the requirements of the course version without the added letter.