INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Computer Programmer
Computer coders have become a key part of countless industries — they help create and maintain the digital devices and software that make the working world smarter, faster, and safer.
Salary Range Potential:
$75,000+ /YEAR
Education Required:
Community College or Technical Degree
Skills Needed:
Complex Problem Solving, Written Comprehension, Deductive Reasoning, Inductive Reasoning, Computer Proficiency, Analyzing Data or Information
Types of Employers:
Software Companies, Telecommunications, Healthcare
Job Description
Also known as software engineers or systems programmers, computer programmers are tasked with designing and creating software programs, integrating systems and software, training end-users, analyzing algorithms, modifying source-code, writing system instructions, debugging, and maintaining operating systems.
Training Opportunities
East Mississippi Community College is proud to offer an Associates of Applied Science degree in Computer Programming Technology on our Golden Triangle Campus. This program is a certified Cisco Networking Academy program, as well as an approved CompTIA Academy. New students can begin this course of study in either the Fall or Spring semester. Coursework focuses on the design, coding, and testing of software applications using a variety of programming languages, database manipulation, and hardware maintenance. All classes are taught in a laboratory setting, allowing for hands-on experience with the latest technology.
Pre-requisites required:Applicants must meet East Mississippi Community College admission requirements.
Length of Program:2 years
Summary of Program Requirements:Applicants must meet East Mississippi Community College admission requirements.
Skills NeededComplex Problem Solving, Written Comprehension, Deductive Reasoning, Inductive Reasoning, Computer Proficiency, Analyzing Data or Information
