Windows Programming Advanced Certificate

Pathway:

Windows Programming

Certificate Type:

Advanced

Curriculum Code:

CIS.WPA.CERT (C515C)

Total Program Credits: 18

The Computer Information Systems Windows Programming Advanced Certificate is designed for current data processing professionals who want exposure to the fundamentals of windows programming.

Completion of standard data processing course work or job experience in programming is expected.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Windows Programming Advanced Certificate, the graduate will be able to:
  • utilize programming and logic skills to solve problems;
  • develop software applications in multiple programming languages;
  • create high-quality software using modern software development practices; and
  • design ergonomic graphical user interfaces.

(Spring 2022)

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 121 Introduction to Programming

Core Course

3

Total Semester Credits:6
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore stackable certificate(s)/degree(s)

Semester Two: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 253 # Visual Basic .NET

Core Course

3

CIS 255 # C++ Programming

Core Course

3

Total Semester Credits:6
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic and transfer plan.
Create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers. Attend a Transfer 101 Workshop. (if applicable)

Semester Three: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 264 # C# Programming

Core Course

3

CIS 295 # Data Structures With C++

Core Course

3

Total Semester Credits:6
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your academic plan for graduation and register for stackable certificate/degree (option).
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabus.)

See CIS course descriptions.

Chairperson: Michael Henson, Ext. 3354

 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)