Prepare for a career in Computer Programming and Analysis
Our hands-on Computer Programming and Analysis Associate in Science degree teaches you programming languages to create and run applications. You can take classes in our state-of-the-art computer labs or online. SPC's A.S. degree includes an internship so you can learn on the job and network.
This academic program prepares you for the following careers. All job data is provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Computer Programmers
Salary Data
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area Average
Florida Average
Projected employment for Florida
2018 Employment
13,010
2028
13,210
Percent Change
2
Projected Job Openings
830
Computer Systems Analysts
Salary Data
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area Average
Florida Average
Projected employment for Florida
2018 Employment
18,700
2028
21,880
Percent Change
17
Projected Job Openings
1600
Software Developers, Applications
Salary Data
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area Average
Florida Average
Projected employment for Florida
2018 Employment
34,750
2028
48,660
Percent Change
40
Projected Job Openings
4010
SKILLS YOU LEARN IN OUR COMPUTER PROGRAMMING AND ANALYSIS A.S. DEGREE
- Programming languages: Java, C++ and C#
- Storage and retrieval of data and information from a database
- How to test, monitor, debug, document and maintain applications
Computer Programming and Analysis Associate in Science
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Effective Beginning Catalog Term: Spring 2020 (570)
The requirements shown below are valid beginning Spring 2020 (570), and may not reflect degree requirements for current students. Current students should visit My SPC and view My Learning Plan to see specific degree requirements for their effective term.
Program Leadership Information
Dawn Ellis
Academic Chair
727-614-7025
Ellis.Dawn@spcollege.edu
Dr. James Stewart
Dean of Technology
stewart.james@spcollege.edu
Program Summary
This program offers the opportunity to become a successful programmer with practical skills in multiple programming language platforms. The Java courses prepares you to sit for the Oracle Java Certified Associate industry certification. You will also develop strategies for managing data; evaluating the effectiveness of information technology application systems; and in the last semester you will enroll in an internship for career development.
The Academic Pathway is a tool for students that lists the following items:
o the recommended order in which to take the program courses
o suggested course when more than one option exists
o which semester each course is typically offered
o if the course has a prerequisite
o courses that may lead to a certificate (if offered in the program)
If you are starting the program this term, click here to access the recommended Academic Pathway.
If you have already started the program, click here for the archived Academic Pathways.
Please verify the Academic Pathway lists your correct starting semester.
Florida CIP Code
1511020101: Computer Programming/Programmer, General.
Federal CIP Code
11.0201: Computer Programming/Programmer, General.
Job Related Opportunities
- Computer Programmers
- Computer Systems Analysts
Graduation Rules
Minimum grade of "C" required in all courses.
AS GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Communications - Composition
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Communications - Speech
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Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Humanities and Fine Arts
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Mathematics
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Ethics
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Computer/Information Literacy Competency
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Enhanced World View
MAJOR CORE COURSES
Complete 36 credits
MAJOR ELECTIVE COURSES
Complete 6 credits from 1 grouping below:
1 Course under development for Fall 2020
Continue Your Education at spc
At SPC, we offer a range of training in the computer programming field. The following certifciates are part of and transfer to our Computer Programming and Analysis Associate in Science degree.
Java CERTIFICATIONS
The Java courses you take in the certificate and A.S. degree prepares you for these industry certifications:
- Oracle Java Programming Associate SE 8
- Oracle Java Programming Certified Junior Associate (IZO-811)
Bachelor's Degree
The Computer Programming and Analysis A.S. Degree transfers to SPC's Technology Development and Management B.A.S. Degree.
Short-term technology training
We also offer technology short-term training and continuing education through the Workforce Institute.
