Software, Security and Development Degree Pathway (AAS)

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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: Vocational Certificate Options: As students work to complete the AAS in Software, Security and Development they can also complete a Vocational Certificate A (18 credits) by choosing classes that fit their interest area. In addition, students can build upon their Vocational Certificate A coursework to also complete a Vocational Certificate B after completing 39 credits in appropriate coursework.

Pathway Code: SSDD (CIP: 11.1003)

General Education Requirements (18 hours)

Basic Skills (15 hours)

PHO6460 - Ethics 3 hour(s)
GEG6120 - Principles of Geography 3 hour(s)
INR3716 - Technical Mathematics 3 hour(s) (or higher level Math)
Communications Option (3 cr.)
Complete one of the following courses:
COM2725 - Interpersonal Communication 3 hour(s) or
COM2711 - Public Speaking 3 hour(s)
Social Science Elective (3 cr.):
Complete one of the following courses
PSY6711 - General Psychology 3 hour(s) or
SOC6811 - Principles of Sociology 3 hour(s)

Computer Literacy (3 hours)

CIS1715 - Introduction to Computer Science 3 hour(s)

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 Vocational Certificates along the way within this pathway. Java Programming and Introduction to SQL should be completed as part of the Technical requirements.

Required Pathway Electives (6 hours)

The following courses are required for completion of this Pathway.

CIS1868 - Java Programming 3 hour(s)
CIS1902 - Introduction to SQL 3 hour(s)

Pathway Electives (38 hours)

Students should choose courses based on their area of interest and complete a minimum of 38 additional hours from the following courses.

CIS1753 - Android App Development 1 3 hour(s)
CIS1754 - Android App Development 2 3 hour(s)
CIS1756 - COMPTIA A+ Essentials 3 hour(s)
CIS1757 - COMPTIA A+ Practical Applications 3 hour(s)
CIS1758 - Cyber Security Analyst, CYSA+ 3 hour(s)
CIS1767 - IOS App Development 1 3 hour(s)
CIS1768 - IOS App Development 2 3 hour(s)
CIS1862 - C++ Programming 3 hour(s)
CIS1864 - C# Programming 3 hour(s)
CIS1865 - ASP.NET Programming 3 hour(s)
CIS1872 - Python Programming 3 hour(s)
CIS1876 - C Programming 3 hour(s)
CIS1881 - Introduction to Computer Forensics 3 hour(s)
CIS1882 - 3D Computer Animation Programming 3 hour(s)
CIS1893 - MYSQL Database Fundamentals 3 hour(s)
CIS1894 - Introduction to Digital Design 4 hour(s)
CIS1895 - Introduction to Oracle 3 hour(s)
CIS1896 - Oracle Database: PL/SQL Programming 3 hour(s)
CIS1906 - Principles of Information Assurance 3 hour(s)
CIS1908 - Introduction to Linux/Unix 3 hour(s)
CIS1909 - Assembly Language Programming 3 hour(s)
CIS1950 - Ethical Hacking 3 hour(s)
CIS1954 - Robotics Programming 3 hour(s)
CIS1955 - Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching I 3 hour(s)
CIS1956 - Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching II 3 hour(s)
CIS1958 - Network Plus 3 hour(s)
CIS1959 - Security Plus 3 hour(s)