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
The Computer Programming Technology curriculum is designed as a two-year program of study to prepare the student for entry-level employment in computer programming. The Computer Programming Technology program offers training in the development of business-application software for desktop and web-based environments.
Pre-requisites required:Applicants must meet Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College admission requirements.
Length of Program:1-2 semesters
Summary of Program Requirements:Applicants must meet Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College admission requirements.
Skills NeededComplex Problem Solving, Written Comprehension, Deductive Reasoning, Inductive Reasoning, Computer Proficiency, Analyzing Data or Information
The Coding Technology curriculum is a program of study designed to train students to be software developers. Students will work with real-world technologies to learn the fundamentals of coding, app development, web applications, and the life leadership skills needed to be successful in their careers and competitive in the job market.
Pre-requisites required:Applicants must meet Pearl River Community College admission requirements.
Length of Program:1-2 semesters
Summary of Program Requirements:Applicants must meet Pearl River Community College admission requirements.
Skills NeededComplex Problem Solving, Written Comprehension, Deductive Reasoning, Inductive Reasoning, Computer Proficiency, Analyzing Data or Information
Hancock County and Forrest County
ContactDr. Silvia Preston601-554-4695spreston@prcc.edu
This program of study offers training in the design, coding, and testing of software applications using a variety of programming languages, database manipulation, hardware maintenance, and operating systems functions. Graduates are prepared for entry-level employment as developers and analysts as well as other related information technology positions in a variety of industries.
Pre-requisites required:Applicants must meet Meridian Community College admission requirements.
Length of Program:2 years
Summary of Program Requirements:Applicants must meet Meridian Community College admission requirements.
Skills NeededComplex Problem Solving, Written Comprehension, Deductive Reasoning, Inductive Reasoning, Computer Proficiency, Analyzing Data or Information
