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Computer Science Programming

Lawson State Community College

Short-Term Certificate

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The Programming Short Certificate Track is a 22-hour program covering Introduction to Computer Programming Concepts, Visual Basic Programming, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming, Database Management Systems, and Python Programming. Prepares students for entry-level programming positions and provides foundational skills in multiple programming languages and methodologies. Excellent preparation for further computer science study or programming certifications.

Credits

22 credits

Format

In-Person

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  • Alabama

    Alabama

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

ProgrammingCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingReading ComprehensionJudgment and Decision MakingActive ListeningSystems AnalysisActive LearningQuality Control AnalysisSystems EvaluationSpeaking

Knowledge

Computers and ElectronicsMathematicsEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal ServiceEngineering and TechnologyTelecommunications

Abilities

Written ComprehensionOral ComprehensionNear VisionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionCategory FlexibilitySpeech Recognition

Tasks

  • Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowled
  • Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired r
  • Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficien
  • Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost
  • Develop or direct software system testing or validation procedures, programming, or documentation.
  • Confer with systems analysts, engineers, programmers and others to design systems and to obtain info
  • Modify existing databases and database management systems or direct programmers and analysts to make
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard information in computer files against
  • Plan and install upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance.

Technology

Development environment softwareObject or component oriented development softwareDocument management softwareWeb page creation and editing softwareWeb platform development softwareWord processing softwareData base user interface and query softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareAccess softwareBackup or archival softwareData base management system software

Tools

Computer serversDesktop computersMainframe computersMainframe operating systemsSerial port cardsApplication serversDigital camerasDirectory serversFlash disksGraphics processing unit GPUIn circuit emulators ICELogic analyzersMulti-core central processing unit CPUNotebook computersHard disk drivesRedundant array of independent disks RAID systemsTape libraries

Work Values

AchievementWorking ConditionsSupportIndependenceRecognitionRelationships
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Computer Programmers15-1251.00
  • Software Developers15-1252.00
  • Database Administrators15-1242.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

  • Basic program logic and workflow diagrams — construct and interpret under direct supervision using standard charting conventions in a structured development environment.
  • Simple coded instructions — write and trace through using a designated programming language while following team coding standards on an assigned project.
  • Known syntax errors and runtime exceptions — identify and correct by reviewing compiler output under the guidance of a senior programmer.
  • Trial runs of small software modules — execute and document results in a controlled test environment to confirm that outputs match expected specifications.
  • Existing program documentation and inline comments — read and apply to understand code intent before making minor updates to a maintained codebase.
  • Basic database queries and data retrieval operations — write and test using standard SQL syntax within an established database management system.
  • Version control procedures — follow consistently when committing, branching, and merging code changes in a team repository environment.
  • Program requirements and task assignments — receive, interpret, and clarify with a supervisor before beginning development work on a software module.
  • Standard development environment tools including editors, debuggers, and compilers — set up and operate under guidance on a departmental workstation.
  • Initial program documentation drafts — prepare by recording development steps and inserting explanatory comments in coded instructions as directed by a lead programmer.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
95%
Placement Rate
Not reported