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Field of Interest
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Programming and Systems Analysis Level I provides an exploration of different computer language and technical skills. The CCL includes, but is not limited to the following: operating systems, local area networks, business communication, team roles, and dynamics. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Programming and Systems Analysis Level II, Certificate of Completion (CCL) in iOS App Development and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Programming and Systems Analysis are also available.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Field of Interest
- Computer and Information Technology
- Type
- Certificate of Completion (CCL)
- Academic Plan
- Programming and Systems Analysis Level I (CER)
- Academic Plan Code
- 5048
- Total Credits Required
- 24
- Catalog Year
- 2023-2024
- Effective Term
- Fall 2021
- Notes
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Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Consultation with an Academic Advisor is recommended for course selection.
Courses within any of the following prefixes must be taken within five (5) years prior to completion of the program to be applied toward this award: AIM, BPC, CIS, CLD, CNT, CSC, ITS, and MST.
What You’ll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Analyze business requirements using critical thinking skills.
- Use computer systems and networks in a responsible and ethical manner.
- Design, develop and implement database solutions to effectively manage data.
- Develop and implement well-structured computer programs that solve business problems.
- Utilize the software development lifecycle for application development.
- Test and debug computer programs.
- Leverage the functions and architecture of an operating system to achieve business objectives.
- Communicate professionally in formal and informal situations to diverse audiences.
- Write effective documentation according to industry standards.
- Collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Apply an understanding of characteristics and principles of business processes to software application development.
- Design web-based applications using client-side and server-side scripting.
- Develop a project scope while considering factors such as customer requirements, project costs, return on investment, and internal/external business objectives.
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Computer Systems Analysts
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Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet withan academic advisorto develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in yourStudent Centerto manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
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Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | Critical course | CS | 3 | |
| CIS150 or CIS150AB |
Programming FundamentalsorObject-Oriented Programming Fundamentals | Critical courseGateway course | 3 | ||
| CIS133DA | Internet/Web Development Level I | 3 | |||
| GBS151 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS126DA or CIS126DL or MST150++ |
UNIX Operating SystemorLinux Operating SystemorAny Microsoft Windows course | 3 | |||
| CIS119DO or CIS276DAor CIS276DB |
Introduction to Oracle: SQLorMySQL DatabaseorSQL Server Database | 3 | |||
| CIS166++ | Any Web Scripting course( | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS156or CIS159 or CIS162++or CIS163AAor CIS165++ |
Python Programming: Level IorVisual Basic Programming IorAny C Programming: Level I course (orJava Programming: Level IorAny Mobile Application Development course | Select a programming language that best aligns with academic and professional goals (1 course for a total of 3 credits) | orCS | 3 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
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Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | Critical course | CS | 3 | |
| GBS151 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS150 or CIS150AB |
Programming FundamentalsorObject-Oriented Programming Fundamentals | Critical courseGateway course | 3 | ||
| CIS133DA | Internet/Web Development Level I | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS119DO or CIS276DAor CIS276DB |
Introduction to Oracle: SQLorMySQL DatabaseorSQL Server Database | 3 | |||
| CIS156or CIS159 or CIS162++or CIS163AAor CIS165++ |
Python Programming: Level IorVisual Basic Programming IorAny C Programming: Level I course (orJava Programming: Level IorAny Mobile Application Development course | Select a programming language that best aligns with academic and professional goals (1 course for a total of 3 credits) | orCS | 3 |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS126DA or CIS126DL or MST150++ |
UNIX Operating SystemorLinux Operating SystemorAny Microsoft Windows course | 3 | |||
| CIS166++ | Any Web Scripting course( | 3 |
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Course Area Key
Gateway Course= Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course= A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- CS= Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, meet withan academic advisorto discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
View MCCCD’sofficial curriculum documentationfor additional details regarding the requirements of this award(https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=164729).