NWCCD 2024-2025 Catalog 
  
    Apr 30, 2024  
NWCCD 2024-2025 Catalog

Software Development AS


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The Associate of Science in Software Development program combines practical experience with current programming languages, tools, and processes in the field of computer science. The course covers a wide range of topics that are sought after by employers including programming for web applications using languages such as Python, HTML and JavaScript, Databases, Mobile, DevOps, and Security.  The program incorporates working with real clients from industry on exciting, team-based projects that bring together the knowledge and skills acquired during the program. 

Program Outcomes:
  1. Apply programming and scripting knowledge to solve problems in a business environment. 

  1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of databases and SQL programming. 

  1. Use source control to manage code. 

  1. Demonstrate ability to use both procedural and object-oriented coding techniques 

  1. Use industry recognized tools in the development of software. 

  1. Understand the ways to develop and maintain code in a team setting. 

  1. Implement security techniques in software development. 

Required Course of Study:

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