Advanced Software Development

Program Overview

The Certificate of Achievement in Advanced Software Development at Foothill College provides students with intermediate to advanced skills in software development, focusing on Java, C++, or Python. The program covers data structures, algorithms, and industry-relevant technologies, preparing students for careers in software engineering with an average salary of $117,000 and projected growth of 13.1%. Potential career paths include software developers, computer programmers, and data scientists.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The Certificate of Achievement in Advanced Software Development at Foothill College equips students with skills sought after by the software engineering industry.
• The program can be completed with a focus on one of the major mainstream languages of Java, C++, or Python.
• Students will gain intermediate skills in syntax, control structures, and simple data structures.
• The program delves into advanced data structures such as hash tables, trees, and graphs.
• Algorithms are introduced to solve complex problems utilizing these data structures.
• Courses taken for the certificate can contribute to an Associate's degree for transfer in computer science or a higher degree in computer science.

Careers:

• Salary:
Salaries for careers associated with this program range from $42,000 to over $208,000, with an average salary of $117,000.
• Growth:
Career opportunities in this field are projected to grow nationwide by 13.1% from 2019 to 2029.

Careers:

Potential career paths include:
• Web Developers and Digital Interface Designers
• Computer Network Support Specialists
• Computer Programmers
• Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
• Computer and Information Research Scientists
• Computer and Information Systems Managers
• Data Scientists and Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other
• Database Administrators and Architects
• Management Analysts
• Natural Sciences Managers
• Software Developers and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
• Statisticians