Academics
Computer Programming and Database Development
The mission of the Associate in Applied Science Computer Programming and Database Development degree is to prepare students for computer programming positions through instruction of in-depth programming skills in two different programming languages, so that the variety of computer platforms and languages available allow students diversification to meet their personal and career interests.
Degree
Associate in Applied Science (Career Program)
Total Credit Hours: 60
Program Requirements
Select a course number below to see a course description.
Required General Education Courses
Course | Name | Credit Hours |
ENGLISH * | 3 | |
COMMUNICATION * | 3 | |
SOCIAL SCIENCE * | 3 | |
LABORATORY SCIENCE * | 4 | |
BUS 120 or | BUSINESS MATHEMATICS  or | 3 |
MATH 115 | COLLEGE ALGEBRA  | 4 |
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS * | 3 |
Required Program Courses
Course | Name | Credit Hours |
CMPSC 124 | EVENT-DRIVEN PROGRAMMING IN VISUAL BASIC  | 3 |
CMPSC 115 or | CS I: ESSENTIALS OF PROGRAMMING  or | 3 |
CMPSC 125 | CS I: PROGRAMMING IN C++  | 3 |
CMPSC 140 | INTRODUCTION TO RELATIONAL DATABASES  | 3 |
CMPSC 200 | C# PROGRAMMING  | 3 |
CMPSC 212 or | CS II: ADVANCED PROGRAMMING IN C ++  or | 3 |
CMPSC 225 | CS II: PROGRAMMING IN JAVA  | 3 |
CMPSC 224 | ADVANCED VISUAL BASIC  | 3 |
CMPSC 245 | STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE  | 3 |
CMPSC 249 | UNIX  | 3 |
CMPSC 265 | DATABASE ADMINISTRATION  | 3 |
CMPSC 270 | STRUCTURED SYSTEM ANALYSIS  | 3 |
CMWEB 200 | JAVASCRIPT AND MOBILE APP DEVELOPMENT FOR WEB DEVELOPERS  | 4 |
Elective Courses
Course | Name | Credit Hours |
APELC | APPROVED ELECTIVES ** | 6 to 9 |
* See specific requirements for Associate in Applied Science Degree.
** Electives may come from any of the computer areas: CMPSC, CMGEN, CMWEB, CMNET or CMCIS.
Students enrolled in the Associate in Applied Science degree program must meet with their assigned academic advisor to plan a specific course schedule meeting Illinois Central College and personal requirements.
Recommended Course Sequence
Semester | Courses |
Fall Semester 1 | BUS 120 or MATH; CMPSC 115 or CMPSC 125; CMPSC 249; English; Approved Elective |
Spring Semester 1 | Comm; CMPSC 140; CMPSC 225 or CMPSC 212; CMPSC 124; Lab Science |
Fall Semester 2 | CMPSC 245; CMPSC 224; Social Science; CMWEB 200; Approved Elective |
Spring Semester 2 | CMPSC 200; CMPSC 265; CMPSC 270; Approved Elective; Humanities/Fine Arts |
Program Contact Information
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East Peoria Campus
Technology Center, Room 205
(309) 694-5558
Illinois Career Cluster
Information Technology
Career Pathway:
Programming and Software Development
Career Pathway
Pathway programs at ICC have a map that shows the courses/degree requirements that will lead students to their desired education and employment goals.
Career Cluster:
Information Technology If you are a high school junior or senior, you can get a head start on your future by taking college-level courses now! Visit our Dual Credit webpage for a listing of area high schools with courses available College Algebra (MATH 115) | Communication | English | Humanities | Lab Science | Social Science High School Diploma or GED Getting Started: Apply to ICC | Paying for College | Career Information:
Computer Programmers | Career Information Software Developers
| Student Information Computer Programming & Database Development (certificate)
(36 credit hours) None Computer Programmers
$18-33/hr
Computer Programming & Database Development(61 credit hours) None Computer Programmers$18-33/hr
Pathway:
Programming and Software Development
ICC Pathway: Computer Programming & Software Development
Early College
Point of Entry
Certificate of Completion
Industry Credentials
Employment Information
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Industry Credentials
Employment Information
OR
Certificate of Completion
Computer Programming & Database Development (36 credit hours)
Industry Credentials
None
Employment Information
Computer Programmers$18-33/hr
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Secure Software Development (61 credit hours)
Industry Credentials
CSSLP
Employment Information
Software Developers$23-42/hr
OCCUPATION BACHELOR DEGREE TRANSFER OPTIONS
There are no current articulation agreements to Bachelor degree programs.
CAREER CLUSTER BACHELOR DEGREE TRANSFER OPTIONS
Program transfer guides layout course work to be taken at ICC and the transfer institution to complete specific programs of study or majors.
Computer Science at Bradley University and ISU.
GENERAL BACHELOR DEGREE TRANSFER OPTIONS
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