Computer Information Systems: Software Developer

The Software Development Certificate teaches students how to create applications and systems that run on a variety of devices, including personal computers, mobile phones, tablets, automobiles, and other devices. 

The program achieves this goal by exposing students to key programming languages. The program will help students acquire key information technology skills and popular programming languages used across several industries. The program will position students to either transfer to a 4-year degree-granting institution with knowledge and credits or be employable to work in the industry.

A Certificate in Software Development from WCCCD prepares you for various roles such as:

Software developers typically do the following:

• Analyze users’ needs and then design and develop software to meet those needs
• Recommend software upgrades for customers’ existing programs and systems
• Design each piece of an application or system and plan how the pieces will work together
• Create a variety of models and diagrams showing programmers the software code needed for an application
• Ensure that a program continues to function normally through software maintenance and testing
• Document every aspect of an application or system as a reference for future maintenance and upgrades