Computer Technology Applications Developer
Overview
The Computer Technology Applications Developer concentration prepares students to write, test, and maintain computer applications.
Computer software is needed to operate and protect computer systems and networks. Programmers create and maintain the detailed instructions that computers must follow to perform their functions. Database administrators determine ways to organize, store, and protect data. The curriculum stresses critical thinking skills and the concepts, principles, and techniques of information processing while providing a background in general education and business.
Program Type
Associate in Applied ScienceHow to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all of the courses offered within the Business/Public Services and Information Systems Technology Departments for the grade to be counted toward graduation. Specifically, these include courses with the following prefixes: ACC, AOT, BAF, BUS, CPT, EGR, HUS, IST, LEG, MGT and MKT.
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
|---|---|
| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (17 Credit Hours) |
COL-101 |
College Orientation College Orientation ID: COL-101 Credit Hours: 1 This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success. |
• | • | • | • | 1 |
| CPT-104 |
Introduction to Information Technology Introduction to Information Technology ID: CPT-104 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of basic computer components and peripherals, basic computer functions, I/O concepts, storage concepts, data communications, distributed processing and programming language concepts. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| MAT-110 |
College Algebra College Algebra ID: MAT-110 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics: polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; inequalities; systems of equations and inequalities; matrices; determinants; simple linear programming; solutions of higher degree polynomials; combinatorial algebra, including the binomial theorem; and introduction to probability. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| ENG-101 |
English Comp I English Comp I ID: ENG-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: a study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also presented. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| CPT-236 |
Introduction to Java Programming Introduction to Java Programming ID: CPT-236 Credit Hours: 3 Topics will cover java syntax and classes for use in the development of java application and applets. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| CPT-136 |
Computer Programming Laboratory Computer Programming Laboratory ID: CPT-136 Credit Hours: 1 This course provides a closed lab environment for the practice of introductory programming concepts. Students develop solutions to a variety of programs under the guidance of an instructor. |
• | • | • | 1 | ||
| IST-225 |
Internet Communications Internet Communications ID: IST-225 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers introductory topics and techniques associated with the internet and internet communications. Techniques on how to use and access various types of information as well as how to find resources and navigate the internet are included. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours) |
CPT-244 |
Data Structures Data Structures ID: CPT-244 Credit Hours: 3 This course examines data structures widely used in programming. Topics include linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and sorting and searching techniques. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| ENG-165 |
Professional Communications Professional Communications ID: ENG-165 Credit Hours: 3 This course develops practical written, and oral professional communication skills. The course is oriented to current needs in industry and business, and assignments are drawn from students' majors. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| CPT-242 |
Database Database ID: CPT-242 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces data base models and the fundamentals of data base design. Topics include data base structure, data base processing, and application programs which access a data base. |
• | 3 | ||||
| IST-226 |
Internet Programming Internet Programming ID: IST-226 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers designing internet pages and applications for personal/business use, writing the required program code in languages such as HTML, Java, and VRML, testing and debugging programs, uploading and maintaining internet pages and applications. |
• | 3 | ||||
| PHI-105 |
Introduction to Logic Introduction to Logic ID: PHI-105 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to the structure of argument, including symbolization, proofs, formal fallacies, deductions, and inductions. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 (15 Credit Hours) |
CPT-237 |
Advanced JAVA Programming Advanced JAVA Programming ID: CPT-237 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of advanced topics of the JAVA Programming language by building on a basic knowledge of the JAVA language. Topics covered will include multi-reading, swing classes, swing event models, advanced layout managers, the fava bean component model, network programming and server-side programming. |
• | 3 | |||
| CPT-247 |
UNIX Operating System UNIX Operating System ID: CPT-247 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of basic Unix commands including the vi editor, file structures, and shell programming. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| IST-272 |
Relational Database Relational Database ID: IST-272 Credit Hours: 3 This course provides a comprehensive foundation in both SQL and relational database design and implementation. Dynamic and embedded SQL programming techniques are emphasized. |
• | 3 | ||||
| CPT-262 |
Advanced Web Page Publishing Advanced Web Page Publishing ID: CPT-262 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of advanced techniques in web page design and implementation. The course focuses on designing website interfaces for effective communication, navigation, visibility and accessibility. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| CPT-185 |
Event-Driven Programming Event-Driven Programming ID: CPT-185 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces the student to development of professional- looking, special purpose windows applications using the graphical user interface of windows. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours) |
CPT-264 |
Systems and Procedures Systems and Procedures ID: CPT-264 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the techniques of system analysis, design, development, and implementation. |
• | 3 | |||
| PSY-201 |
General Psychology General Psychology ID: PSY-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics and concepts in the science of behavior: scientific method, biological bases for behavior, perception, motivation, learning memory, development, personality, abnormal behavior, therapeutic techniques, and social psychology. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| CPT-257 |
Operating Systems Operating Systems ID: CPT-257 Credit Hours: 3 This course examines the theory of operating systems and how the operating system theory is implemented in current operating systems. |
• | 3 | ||||
| CPT-282 |
Information Systems Security Information Systems Security ID: CPT-282 Credit Hours: 3 This course is the study of the protection of information and equipment in computer systems. Topics include all aspects of systems protection, including physical secruity, hardware, software and communications security. Addresses technical,legal and ethical issues. |
• | 3 | ||||
| IST-235 |
Handheld Computer Programming Handheld Computer Programming ID: IST-235 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a survey of the techniques of rapid application development for handheld devices. Topics include setup of development environment, creation and deployment of programs, and design strategies to overcome memory and interface limitations. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Total Credit Hours | 62 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$12,400.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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Part Time Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (10 Credit Hours) |
COL-101 |
College Orientation College Orientation ID: COL-101 Credit Hours: 1 This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success. |
• | • | • | • | 1 |
| CPT-104 |
Introduction to Information Technology Introduction to Information Technology ID: CPT-104 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of basic computer components and peripherals, basic computer functions, I/O concepts, storage concepts, data communications, distributed processing and programming language concepts. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| MAT-110 |
College Algebra College Algebra ID: MAT-110 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics: polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; inequalities; systems of equations and inequalities; matrices; determinants; simple linear programming; solutions of higher degree polynomials; combinatorial algebra, including the binomial theorem; and introduction to probability. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| ENG-101 |
English Comp I English Comp I ID: ENG-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: a study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also presented. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| Semester 2 (7 Credit Hours) |
CPT-236 |
Introduction to Java Programming Introduction to Java Programming ID: CPT-236 Credit Hours: 3 Topics will cover java syntax and classes for use in the development of java application and applets. |
• | • | • | 3 | |
| CPT-136 |
Computer Programming Laboratory Computer Programming Laboratory ID: CPT-136 Credit Hours: 1 This course provides a closed lab environment for the practice of introductory programming concepts. Students develop solutions to a variety of programs under the guidance of an instructor. |
• | • | • | 1 | ||
| IST-225 |
Internet Communications Internet Communications ID: IST-225 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers introductory topics and techniques associated with the internet and internet communications. Techniques on how to use and access various types of information as well as how to find resources and navigate the internet are included. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 3 (6 Credit Hours) |
CPT-244 |
Data Structures Data Structures ID: CPT-244 Credit Hours: 3 This course examines data structures widely used in programming. Topics include linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and sorting and searching techniques. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| ENG-165 |
Professional Communications Professional Communications ID: ENG-165 Credit Hours: 3 This course develops practical written, and oral professional communication skills. The course is oriented to current needs in industry and business, and assignments are drawn from students' majors. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 4 (9 Credit Hours) |
CPT-242 |
Database Database ID: CPT-242 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces data base models and the fundamentals of data base design. Topics include data base structure, data base processing, and application programs which access a data base. |
• | 3 | |||
| IST-226 |
Internet Programming Internet Programming ID: IST-226 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers designing internet pages and applications for personal/business use, writing the required program code in languages such as HTML, Java, and VRML, testing and debugging programs, uploading and maintaining internet pages and applications. |
• | 3 | ||||
| PHI-105 |
Introduction to Logic Introduction to Logic ID: PHI-105 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to the structure of argument, including symbolization, proofs, formal fallacies, deductions, and inductions. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 5 (9 Credit Hours) |
CPT-237 |
Advanced JAVA Programming Advanced JAVA Programming ID: CPT-237 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of advanced topics of the JAVA Programming language by building on a basic knowledge of the JAVA language. Topics covered will include multi-reading, swing classes, swing event models, advanced layout managers, the fava bean component model, network programming and server-side programming. |
• | 3 | |||
| CPT-247 |
UNIX Operating System UNIX Operating System ID: CPT-247 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of basic Unix commands including the vi editor, file structures, and shell programming. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| IST-272 |
Relational Database Relational Database ID: IST-272 Credit Hours: 3 This course provides a comprehensive foundation in both SQL and relational database design and implementation. Dynamic and embedded SQL programming techniques are emphasized. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 6 (6 Credit Hours) |
CPT-262 |
Advanced Web Page Publishing Advanced Web Page Publishing ID: CPT-262 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of advanced techniques in web page design and implementation. The course focuses on designing website interfaces for effective communication, navigation, visibility and accessibility. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| CPT-185 |
Event-Driven Programming Event-Driven Programming ID: CPT-185 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces the student to development of professional- looking, special purpose windows applications using the graphical user interface of windows. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 7 (6 Credit Hours) |
CPT-264 |
Systems and Procedures Systems and Procedures ID: CPT-264 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the techniques of system analysis, design, development, and implementation. |
• | 3 | |||
| PSY-201 |
General Psychology General Psychology ID: PSY-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics and concepts in the science of behavior: scientific method, biological bases for behavior, perception, motivation, learning memory, development, personality, abnormal behavior, therapeutic techniques, and social psychology. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| Semester 8 (9 Credit Hours) |
CPT-257 |
Operating Systems Operating Systems ID: CPT-257 Credit Hours: 3 This course examines the theory of operating systems and how the operating system theory is implemented in current operating systems. |
• | 3 | |||
| CPT-282 |
Information Systems Security Information Systems Security ID: CPT-282 Credit Hours: 3 This course is the study of the protection of information and equipment in computer systems. Topics include all aspects of systems protection, including physical secruity, hardware, software and communications security. Addresses technical,legal and ethical issues. |
• | 3 | ||||
| IST-235 |
Handheld Computer Programming Handheld Computer Programming ID: IST-235 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a survey of the techniques of rapid application development for handheld devices. Topics include setup of development environment, creation and deployment of programs, and design strategies to overcome memory and interface limitations. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Total Credit Hours | 62 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$12,400.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Enter the Workforce
Join a team of programmers and developers and testers to help design, write, test, deploy, and maintain programs.
Pursue a Bachelor's Degree in Computing
Transfer to local colleges and universities to add more to your skills and theoretical background to qualify for an even broader range of jobs.