Program Description
The Computer Programming diploma program is designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Those interested in a Computer Programming diploma should be highly motivated individuals who are interested in becoming an Information Technology professional. Program graduates will be competent in the technical areas of SQL, XHTML, systems analysis and design, database management, networking concepts, and the programming languages PHP, Visual BASIC, Java, C++, and JavaScript.
Career Information
Occupation
Computer Programmers
Career Projections
The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 15% nationally and 13% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $68,000 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.
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Admission Requirements
General College Admissions Requirements
Program Contact Information
Peter Ejindu
Program Coordinator, Computer Information Systems
Academic Building C2310A
404-225-4538
pejindu@atlantatech.edu
Program Length and Cost
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 4 Terms
Credit Hours: 56
Estimated Program Cost: $10,268
Required Courses
General Education Courses - (8 Credits)
English Requirement - (3 Credits)
| | Select one of the following English courses | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | Fundamentals of English I | 3 |
| | Or | |
| ENGL 1005 | Applied Technical Communication | 3 |
Math Requirement - (3 Credits)
| | Select one of the following Math Courses | |
| MATH 1012 | Foundations of Mathematics | 3 |
| | Or | |
| MATH 1005 | Applied Technical Mathematics | 3 |
Social/Behavioral Science Requirement - (2 Credits)
| EMPL 1000 | Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development | 2 |
Occupational Courses (28 Credits)
Program Language Courses (Required 20 semester hours with at least two Tier II courses)
Tier I Programming Courses
Tier II Programming Courses Select two of the following (8 Credits)
Total Credit Hours: 56
Program Outcomes
1. Graduate will have the ability to assure quality of work through development and implementation of quality assurance procedures and standards.
2. Graduate will have knowledge of programming requirements.
3. Graduate will have a good understanding of object oriented programming and programming principles.
4. Graduate will have an understanding of programming language.
5. Graduate will have the ability to prioritize tasks and work cooperative within a team.
6. Graduate will have highly developed written and verbal and online communication skills.
6. Graduate will have good judgment, critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills.