Renton Technical College Computer Science Degree Program

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Computer Science

This Computer Science program is a follow-on to the Applications Developer certificate. The student’s education is expanded to prepare for entry in various careers in the Information Technology industry. Job titles include: Client-Server Application Developer/Programmer; Software Tester; Systems Analyst; Database Developer/Administrator; Network Administrator/Specialist; Internet Applications Developer/ Webmaster, IT Project Manager. Students design, develop and test client-server applications with emphasis placed on Microsoft Visual Studio.NET., C#, Web development (ASP.NET), SQL database development (Microsoft SQL Server), graphics, XML, networking, software testing, e-commerce and Java. Reinforcement of theory is achieved through lab projects and close instructor contact. Safety is emphasized and leadership, ethics, teamwork, math and written/verbal communications are covered. Project management for Information Technology is presented with hands-on practice using curriculum modeled after the COMPTIA certification content.

To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the Computer Science certificate (1260 hours) program plus all requirements for the Applications Developer certificate (1260 hours) and 20 credits of General Education.

Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Students completing the AAS degree requirements may transfer to City University, DeVry University, and University of Phoenix with junior standing in a variety of business and computer related Bachelor degree programs.

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Certificate of Completion
Associate of Applied Science Degree

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