16 credits minimum
Computer Sciences and Information Systems Division
Taylorsville Redwood Campus, BB 109, (801) 957-5150
General Information, (801) 957-4073
www.slcc.edu/csis
CSIS Academic Advisor, BB 130A, (801) 957-4286
Program Faculty:
Professors − Jimmy Chen, Gordon Frisbey, Susumu Kasai, Randy Koziatek, Lorna Wells,
Associate Professors − Paul Anstall, Robert Baird, Marilyn Hibbert, Philip Nielson
Assistant Professors − Zahra Atashi, Roderick Buhler, Edward Walsh
Instructors − Margarethe Posch
Program Description: This Certificate provides the core courses for students interested in pursuing a Computer Science degree at a 4-year institution. This Certificate prepares students for advanced studies in Computer Science including Software Development and Software Engineering. The curriculum includes topics related to software development, database management, and web development. This Certificate of Proficiency is designed to be a first year Certificate for studentsseeking an AS or AAS degree in Computer Sciences and Information Systems.
Career Opportunities: App Developer, Computer Programmer, Game Developer, Software Developer for Business and Industry, Software Quality Assurance Engineer & Tester.
Note: This Certificate of Proficiency is eligible for financial aid if it is a part of a financial aid eligible program such as an AS or AAS degree. Courses within the certificate may also be eligible if taken as part of a financial aid eligible program. Please check with the Financial Aid Office to determine if the Certificate of Proficiency and classes are eligible.
| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
Related College-Wide Student Learning Outcomes |
| From a set of requirements: analyze, design, code, test and document programs to meet requirements. |
1 - Substantive Knowledge |
| Create a functional user interface that is easy to navigate. |
1 - Substantive Knowledge |
| Design database solutions for business problems. |
1 - Substantive Knowledge |
| Analyze a set of requirements for software solutions. |
4 - Think Critically 2 - Communicate Effectively |
| Recognize the ethical considerations of utilizing technology in business. |
5 - Civic Engagement and/or Working Professionally |
