Computer Programmer (CERT1)
Level 1 Certificate (CERT1)
LSC-Montgomery
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Computer Programmer (CERT1) is a Level 1 Certificate (CERT1) program offered by Lone Star College in Conroe, TX. The program takes 21 credit hours to complete, with a total tuition of $2,331.
Program Overview
- The Computer Programming program equips students with comprehensive programming skills across various languages, including C++, Java, Python, and others. This program emphasizes practical experience in software development, covering all stages from analysis and design to testing, implementation, and maintenance.
- Program Highlights
- The curriculum is designed to provide extensive hands-on training in software development. Students will engage in a range of activities that encompass the full lifecycle of software development, including analyzing requirements, designing solutions, coding in multiple programming languages, testing software for reliability and efficiency, and maintaining and updating software post-deployment. This approach ensures that graduates are well-prepared for the dynamic and evolving field of software development.
- Credentials and Careers
- The L1 Certificate prepares students to start as a UA tester and/or entry level tech support.
- Upon completion of the AS Degree , students will be well-equipped for entry-level positions in the field of software development. The program lays a solid foundation in programming and software development principles, making graduates valuable candidates for roles such as software developers, programmers, and system analysts in various industries.
- Transferability
- Program graduates may further their education at Lone Star College by applying to the Bachelor of Applied Technology Program in Cybersecurity.
- General education courses (Core) are designed for easy transfer to Texas public institutions and applicable to requirements at private and out-of-state institutions.
- Technical coursework may be transferable to other institutions.
- Please consult with a program advisor for more information about transferability.
Program Schedule
- This award requires 21 credit hours in total.
- Lone Star College reports 528 contact hours for this award.
- Where the course list shows "Choose N credit hours", those courses are the options for one elective slot, not additional requirements.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Design and develop algorithms for problem solving (L1 – or option between 2 classes in degree).
- Identify the phases of the system design life cycle (L2).
- Provide appropriate documentation in software solutions (AAS).
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
- Tuition shown is the in-district rate of $111.00 per credit hour for 21 credit hours.
- Out-of-district Texas residents pay $249.00 per credit hour ($5,229.00); international and out-of-state students pay $313.00 per credit hour ($6,573.00).
- Lab fees vary by course and liability insurance, uniforms and supplies vary by program, so Lone Star College publishes no all-in total for this award. Tuition above excludes them.
- Financial aid and payment plans are available to most students.
- Application fee: none. Lone Star College applications are free.
Program Notes
- Students who are classified as First Time in College (FTIC) will complete EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework: First Year Experience.
- Students who are not classified as First Time in College (FTIC) and have not yet demonstrated college-level readiness in reading and writing, will complete EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework: First Year Experience.
- First-Level Programming Electives
- COSC 1320 - C Language
- ITSE 1307 - Introduction to C++ Programming
- ITSE 1311 - Beginning Web Programming
- ITSE 1330 - Introduction to C# Programming
- ITSE 1332 - Introduction to Visual Basic.Net Programming
- ITSE 1371 - Intermediate Python Programming
- ITSE 2317 - Java Programming
- Second-Level Programming Electives
- INEW 2338 - Advanced Java Programming
- ITSE 2302 - Intermediate Web Programming
- ITSE 2331 - Advanced C++ Programming
- ITSE 2349 - Advanced Visual Basic Programming
- ITSE 2353 - Advanced C# Programming
- ITSE 2371 - Advanced Python Programming
- Technical Electives
- GAME 1343 - Game and Simulation Programming I
- GAME 1359 - Game and Simulation Programming II
- GAME 2303 - Artificial Intelligence Programming I
- ITSW 1304 - Introduction to Spreadsheets
- ITSW 1307 - Introduction to Database
- ITSE
- ITNW
- ITSC
- IMED
- GRPH
- COSC
Required Courses
| Subject # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester / Choose 3 credit hours - Elective - Introduction to Computers | ||
| ITSC1301 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| COSC1301 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| BCIS1305 | Business Computer Applications | 3 |
| Subtotal | 9 | |
| First Semester / Choose 3 credit hours - Elective - Technical | ||
| ITSC1371 | IT Essentials | 3 |
| ITSC1316 | Linux Installation and Configuration | 3 |
| Subtotal | 6 | |
| First Semester / Choose 3 credit hours - Elective - Introduction to Programming | ||
| ITSE1302 | Computer Programming | 3 |
| COSC1315 | Introduction to Computer Programming | 3 |
| Subtotal | 6 | |
| First Semester / Choose 3 credit hours - Elective - Technical | ||
| ITSE1303 | Introduction to MySQL | 3 |
| ITSE1311 | Beginning Web Programming | 3 |
| EDUC1300 | Learning Framework: 1st Year Experience | 3 |
| SPCH1321 | Business and Professional Communication | 3 |
| Subtotal | 12 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| ITSC1315 | IT Project Management | 3 |
| Subtotal | 3 | |
| Program Total | 36 | |