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2024 - 2025 Cowley College Academic Catalog 
    
2024 - 2025 Cowley College Academic Catalog

Software, Security & Development Degree (AAS)


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 KANSAS PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBLE PROGRAM   


The Software, Security, and Development program combines computer development, security, and basic hardware and programming knowledge into a two-year degree. Focus is on current industry trends in information technology. Core information technology classes present a solid foundation upon which the individual can enter the workforce and continue to expand by pursuing industry certifications in Comptia, Oracle, and Microsoft. Upon completion of the AAS degree in Software, Security and Development, students should be prepared for an entry-level position in the workforce. 

NOTE: Technical Certificate Options:  As students work to complete the AAS in Software, Security and Development they can also complete a Technical Certificate A (27 credits) by choosing classes that fit their interest area. In addition, students can build upon their Technical Certificate A coursework to also complete a Technical Certificate B after completing 42 credits in appropriate coursework.

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(T►) - Kansas Regents Systemwide Transfer Course 
($) - Special Funding Identifier
SGE - Systemwide General Education Designation


PROGRAM SEMESTER MAP - Software, Security & Development Degree (AAS)  

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Pathway Code: SSDD (CIP: 11.1003)


General Education Requirements (18 hours)


Basic Skills (15 hours)


Computer Literacy (3 hours)


Technical Requirements (44 hours)


Complete 44 Technical requirements. Students should work with their advisor to select coursework to fit their individual interest area and plans and allows them to complete Technical Certificates along the way within this pathway. Java Programming and Introduction to SQL are recommended to be completed as part of the Technical requirements, regardless of the area of emphasis selected.

Pathway Electives for Software Development/Coding Emphasis


The following courses would allow a student to earn a Technical Certificate A while focusing on courses related to Software Development and Coding.

Technical Electives for Networking Emphasis


The following courses would allow a student to earn a Technical Certificate A while focusing on courses related to Networking.

Pathway Electives for Cyber Security Emphasis


The following courses would allow a student to earn a Technical Certificate A while focusing on courses related to Cybersecurity.

Additional Technical Electives


Working with an advisor, students should select additional technical courses to complete credit hour degree requirements for the AAS. Courses can be selected from the additional courses listed below or from an alternate emphasis area outlined above. 

NOTE: It is recommended that students complete CIS1868 - Java Programming and CIS1902 Introduction to SQL regardless if it is listed as a course in the CERT A for their area of emphasis. 

Total Hours 62


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