Programming Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (18 credits)

This post-bachelor certificate allows those students who completed an unrelated degree to develop the skills needed to transition into a programming degree path. Students completing this certificate can use it to secure employment in the field of programming and can also apply it to the completion of a full bachelor's in Computer Information Systems or Technology Project Management degree.

Complete this certificate 100% online through Davenport’s Global Campus. With the help of Davenport’s highly experienced faculty, who bring exceptional field expertise to your classes, you will develop the skills needed for a career in computer information systems or technology project management fields.

Your degree will carry the prestige of Davenport’s College of Technology, one of only a select number of Michigan schools designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Explore classes for Davenport's programming certificate

Classes include object-oriented programming and a mobile course where you’ll design, develop, test and deploy a mobile application.

Preadmission Requirements:

An undergraduate degree
Successful completion of foundations of information systems or requirement planning course work. Competency exams or CLEP exams are an option for the requirement.

Students completing the BS Computer Information Systems with the Programming Specialty are not eligible for this additional certification

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Courses		18 Credits
CISP247	Database Design This course will examine the major types or data models of Database Management Systems (DBMS): hierarchical, network, relational, and object-oriented. The principles and problems of database design, operation, and maintenance for each data model will be discussed and compared. Topics that will be covered include design theory, query language, relational expressions, SQL, stored procedures, client-server interfaces, entity relationship diagrams, normalization, and database security. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Recommended Prerequisite(s): CISP111	3
CSCI231	Introduction to Programming This is an introductory course in object-oriented programming. Students learn fundamental programming concepts including structured programming, operations on data and decision-making, looping, recursion, pointers, scope and class of variables strings, numeric arrays, sorting, and an introduction to data structures. Emphasis will be placed on the design, development, and testing of programs used to solve practical problems. Note: A grade of C or better is required to take the next level of programming courses CSCI 232, CSCI 234 and CSCI239. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.	3
CSCI232 or CSCI239	Object-Oriented Programming w/ C++ or Object-Oriented Programming w/ Java CSCI232 Object-Oriented Programming with C++ This course is a continuation of object-oriented programming utilizing C++. Students learn to design, code, test, and debug programs using object orientated techniques. Emphasis is placed upon topics such as problem solving, programming structure, arrays, strings, pointers, classes, inheritance, polymorphism, constructors, copy constructors, destructors, overloading operators, virtual functions, I/O file streams, and data files. Students learn how to strengthen problem solving skills and analytical techniques as they apply to their programs a variety of data types, input/output, operators, decisions, looping, and functions. Prerequisite(s): CSCI231 with a C or better grade CSCI239 Object-Oriented Programming with Java This course investigates advanced topics in object-oriented programming using the Java programming language. Data structures, Trees, Linked Lists, Abstract Data Types, Binary Trees, Graphs, Searching and Sorting Algorithms are covered. Prerequisite(s): CSCI231 with a C or better grade	3
CSCI312	Data Structures/Algorithms This course is a continuation of object-oriented programming that investigates advanced topics in technically oriented programming. Algorithmic analysis using computational complexity and big-O notation will be applied to classic data structures, including but not limited to arrays, vectors, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, binary trees, binary search trees, and graphs. The computational complexity of classic searching and sorting algorithms will also be investigated. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): CSCI232, CSCI234, or CSCI239	3
CSCI342	Adv ObjectOriented Programming This course continues exploring the tools and techniques required to perform object-oriented analysis in an effort to design and build reusable, extensible, efficient, and maintainable software. Design patterns, UML, and object-oriented techniques will be utilized throughout the development lifecycle to design, develop, and test software that meets functional and non-functional requirements. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): CSCI312	3
GPMT287	Principles of Project Mgmt Students gain an essential understanding of the discipline and approach to the management of projects in a global environment. Topics explained include project definition, resource planning, project scheduling with Gantt charts, project control, as well as planning and scheduling with limited resources. Topics are explored from both a quantitative and qualitative perspective. Students learn and utilize project software throughout the course. Various techniques used in planning, scheduling, ROI, and controlling projects will be explored and applied through the use of simulations. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): HLTH211, MGMT211 or CISP111	3

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Why pursue a programming certificate at Davenport?

Distinguish yourself from your competition when you start to apply for computer information systems or technology project management jobs. Our College of Technology is one of only a select number of Michigan schools designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the NSA and DHS.

Davenport makes it easy for you to get involved beyond the classroom with student clubs such as Business Professionals of America (BPA) and SkillsUSA.

Experience the Davenport difference:

Hands-on computer technology degree

Gain experience through a computer technology degree with hands-on projects in your CIS classes and student competitions.

CAE CDE designation

Earn your computer technology degree from one of only a select number of Michigan schools recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the NSA and DHS.

State-of-the-art technology

Learn in Davenport’s computer science lab, where you and your peers in the computer programming degree program can use state-of-the-art technology like 3D printers and the latest software.

Real-world faculty expertise

Advance your computer knowledge through CIS classes taught by faculty who are actively engaged in their respective tech fields.

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Programs related to the programming certificate

Computer Information Systems Certificate

Master of Science in Information Assurance and Cyber Security

Additional resources

NSF funds full-tuition computer technology degree scholarships

The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded Davenport $4 million in funding to help educate the next generation of cybersecurity experts. Find out if you qualify for a scholarship.

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Offering over 80 degree and certificate programs, we align with top employers to design degree programs that help you gain the skills and real-world experience you need to rise above the rest. With small class sizes and campuses across Michigan or online, you’ll earn a quality education on your schedule at Davenport University.*

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Some programs require a student to complete a portion of their degree plan off-campus.
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Sources:

Davenport University, 2023/2024 Catalog
National Security Agency (NSA) & Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Programming Post-Baccalaureate Certificate