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8/22/2024 2:53:43 PM

Software Development Degree

Pathway:

Software Development

Certificate Type:

Associate in Applied Science

Curriculum Code:

CIS.SWD.AAS (C207G)

Total Program Credits: 60-62

The Software Development Degree provides a foundation for a career in software development and maintenance, including hands-on experience with a variety of computer programming languages and platforms. Coursework includes systems analysis, database, and project management skills.  Prepares students for entry-level positions as programmers and developers.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Software Development program, the graduate will be able to:
  1. Write and test computer programs in a variety of programming languages and development environments.
  2. Develop and maintain applications for desktop, web, and mobile platforms.
  3. Design and build relational database environments.
  4. Apply processes for systems analysis, design, and project management.
  5. Demonstrate effective communication skills in a technology environment.

(Reviewed Summer 2023)

Placement Measures

Program Map for Students

Semester One: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 101 Computer Systems & Business Applications

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 102 Professional Information Technology and Computer Science

Core Course

3

 
CIS 108 Introduction to Python

Core Course

3

CIS 121 Introduction to Programming

Core Course

3

RHT 101 # English Rhetoric & Composition I

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Credits Humanities or Fine Arts

Humanities or Fine Arts Gen-ed

3

Total Semester Credits:15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan. Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events (if intending to transfer).

Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101 and RHT 102.

Semester Two: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 125 # Discrete Mathematics for Computing

Core Course

4

OR
MAT 110 # College Algebra

Core Course

3

OR
MAT 111 # Pre-Calculus

Core Course

5

OR
MAT 114 # Plane Trigonometry

Core Course

3

 
CIS 190 # Web Site Development

Core Course

3

CIS 253 # Visual Basic .NET

Core Course

3

CIS 255 # C++ Programming

Core Course

3

CIS 278 # Database Management Systems

Core Course

3

Total Semester Credits:15-17
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). If intending to transfer, create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers and attend a Transfer 101 Workshop.


Semester Three: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 103 # Android Application Development

Core Course

3

CIS 262 # Oracle DBMS Development

Core Course

3

CIS 264 # C# Programming

Core Course

3

CIS 277 # Command Processing and Scripting

Core Course

3

CIS 295 # Data Structures With C++

Core Course

3

Total Semester Credits:15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop. (Minus the GECC Credential)

Semester Four: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
BUS 285 # Project Management

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 275 # Project Management for Small-Business Systems

Core Course

3

 
CIS 263 # Introduction to Object Oriented Programming

Core Course

3

CIS 280 # Business Systems Analysis & Design

Core Course

3

SPE 101 # Principles of Effective Speaking

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science

Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed

3

Total Semester Credits:15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan and apply to your transfer institution(s) if intending to transfer. Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.)

See Associate in Applied Science Graduation Requirements by discipline: https://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/2024-2025/triton-college-catalog/applied-science-programs/associate-in-applied-science-degree-requirements/

See CIS course descriptions.

Chairperson: Daniel Grigoletti, Ext. 3354; email: danielgrigoletti@triton.edu

 KEY
(AAS/CERT)
General Education Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements).
Core Course Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take.
Program Elective Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution.
General Elective Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits.
◊ symbol This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course)
# symbol This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course)