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All first-year students attending Mercer County Career Center will be evaluated using Benchmarks. Benchmarks are an indicator of future success in the field and for further training.
Median wages (2019) $51.69/ hourly, $107,510
Annual Projected Growth (2016-2026) Faster than average (10% to 14%)
Application Developers, Software Developers, Computer Programmers, Website and Game Developers.
Median wages (2019) $51.69/ hourly, $107,510
Annual Projected Growth (2016-2026) Faster than average (10% to 14%)
The Computer Programming course focuses on the general writing and implementation of generic and customized programs to drive operating systems and that generally prepares individuals to apply the methods and procedures of software design and programming to software installation and maintenance. Includes instruction in software design, low- and high-level languages and program writing; program customization and linking; prototype testing; troubleshooting; and related aspects of operating systems and networks.
Courses of Study
Software Development Process
Data Types and Expressions
Designing Functions
Graphics and Image Processing
Industry Certifications
W3 Schools - Certified Python Developer
W3 Schools - Certified HTML Developer
Class Requirements
Students are responsible for:
Reading Proficiency
Math Proficiency
Writing Proficiency
Problem Solving and Troubleshooting Skills
Ability to work independently and in a team
Creative problem solving