Information Technology Pathway

Associate in Computer Science

Software Development Track

Put your passions to work in one of the most relevant and in-demand industries—Information Technology. Become a game developer, civil engineer, cybersecurity guru, or IT network engineer and work in virtually any industry and any country. Take your next step into our Information Technology Pathway.

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Associate in Computer Science Software Dev Track Pathway Map

South Puget Sound Community College prepares recipients of the Associate in Computer Science - Software Development Track degree to:

  • Communicate effectively
  • Think logically and critically
  • Evaluate and process quantitative and symbolic data
  • Understand themselves in relation to others in a multicultural world
  • Understand ethical responsibilities and consequences

Quarter Plan

Search Schedule

Quarter 1

Students have several options for their starting point. Some students may start in our Transition Studies programs: Adult Basic Education, ESL, High School+, and Basic Computer Skills.

Quarter 2

AMATH097 7cr Corequisite Intermediate Algebra
Introduces the study of linear equations and systems, properties of exponents, operations on polynomials, factoring, and quadratic equations with additional support with algebra techniques.. Students should take this course if they plan to pursue a pathway that requires MATH 141 (STEM) or MATH 147 (Business) or if they plan to transfer to a university that requires MATH 097 for admission.

CCS101 3cr Pathways to Success
Cultivates the mind-set and skills necessary for students to become confident, reflective, self-directing, and successful learners.
Choose One:

ENGL090 5cr Integrated Reading and Writing I
Introduces students to college-level reading and writing. Focuses on reading strategies, critical thinking, and writing unified paragraphs. ENGL 090 classes are combined with ENGL 095 classes, and students who demonstrate ENGL 095 proficiency may earn ENGL 095 credit. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or an �S� in ABE 054, ABE 055, ESL 065, ESL 066, IE 065, or IE 066.
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ENGL095 5cr Integrated Reading and Writing II
Prepares students for entry into college-level writing courses. Focuses on reading analytically, thinking critically, and writing coherent, well-supported texts. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement based on Reading & English CPT scores or transition test.

Quarter 3

AMATH141 8cr Corequisite Precalculus I
Covers power, exponential, and logarithmic functions and analytic geometry with additional support with algebra techniques. Students who plan to pursue Science, Engineering, or Math (SEM) pathways should take this course. Fees: $12.00 Natural/Applied Science Course Fee

CIS160 5cr Desktop Application Development
Introduces programming structures, concepts, techniques and terminology using the Visual Studio development environment and the C# programming language. Familiarity with basic computer operations using Microsoft Windows, file management, the internet, and basic application software is required. CIS 110 recommended. Fees: $12.00 Applied Tech Course Fee; $25.00 CIS Course Fee
Choose One:

ENGL098 5cr Transitional English Composition
Introduces strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas and participate in multiple discourse communities. Focuses on both the process and product of composing. English 098 classes are combined with English 101 classes, and students who demonstrate English 101 proficiency may earn ENGL& 101 credit. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement OR a 'C' or better in ENGL 095. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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ENGL&101 5cr English Composition I
Develops strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas and participate in multiple discourse communities. Focuses on both the process and product of composing. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee

Quarter 4

MATH&142 5cr Precalculus II
Covers trigonometric, polynomial, and rational functions and their applications. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee

CIS166 5cr Programming Business Objects
Introduces concepts and techniques of object-oriented programming, validation and storage of business data sets, and user interfaces. Fees: $12.00 Applied Tech Course Fee

CIS182 5cr SQL Fundamentals
Introduces Structured Query Language (SQL). Emphasizes techniques for writing efficient SQL queries using a common commercial implementation of SQL. CIS 110 recommended. Prerequisite: None Fees: $12.00 Applied Tech Course Fee; $25.00 CIS Course Fee

Quarter 5

CIS266 5cr Introduction to Business Applications
Explores how to edit, present, and store data using object-oriented programming and relational databases. Fees: $12.00 Applied Tech Course Fee

CIS282 5cr SQL Programming
Continues development of relational databases and associated services using Structured Query Language (SQL) in Microsoft SQL Server. Introduces transaction processing, stored procedures, indices, constraints, triggers, and views. Fees: $12.00 Applied Tech Course Fee; $25.00 CIS Course Fee

CIS185 5cr HTML, CSS, Javascript
Introduces creating web pages with HTML5 and CSS. Covers JavaScript coding to create, test, debug, and document programs. CIS 166 recommended. Fees: $12.00 Applied Tech Course Fee

Quarter 6

MATH&146 5cr Introduction to Statistics
Covers basic probability, descriptive statistics, and inferential statistics. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
Choose One Humanities/Diversity (5cr)
Recommended:

CMST&210 5cr Interpersonal Communication: Diversity
Focuses on understanding and developing interpersonal communication skills needed to build and maintain healthy one-on-one relationships in both personal and professional contexts. Examines how diverse communication styles can impact relationships. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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CMST&230 5cr Small Group Communication: Diversity
Introduces small group communication theories and concepts with applications. Explores the communication processes used when people enter diverse organizational contexts or interact in professional and everyday life small groups. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
Choose PHIL Course (5cr)

Quarter 7

CS142 5cr Object-Oriented Programming I
Introduces the design and implementation of computer programs, including basic object-oriented programming with functions, classes, and objects. Fees: $12.00 Applied Tech Course Fee

ENGL&235 5cr Technical Writing
Introduces technical writing skills necessary to communicate effectively in the workplace. Emphasizes written documents, successful teamwork strategies, and ethical considerations in workplace communication. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
Choose One Social Science (5cr)
Recommended:

ECON&201 5cr Micro Economics
Develops a framework for understanding the fundamentals of price theory by applying practical applications of microeconomic analysis and general equilibrium models. Includes the analysis of government intervention in a free market and explores concepts in market welfare. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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POLS&202 5cr United States Government
Examines the United States Constitution, the evolution of the United States system and the structure of the national government. Provides an overview of political culture, parties, elections, and interest group activities with special emphasis on current problems and issues. ENGL&101 recommended. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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POLS&203 5cr International Relations
Introduces key concepts in international relations, examining security, states, conflict, diplomacy, and international cooperation across economic, environmental, technological, global health, and human rights domains. Explores emerging global order and disorder in the 21st century. Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee

Quarter 8

CS143 5cr Object-Oriented Programming II
Develops fundamental concepts and techniques for analysis, design, and implementation of computer programs using an object-oriented language. Includes recursive techniques and simple data structures. Fees: $12.00 Applied Tech Course Fee

PHIL&120 5cr Symbolic Logic
Introduces the principles of deductive inference with a focus on proofs in both sentence logic and predicate logic with quantifiers. Includes a study of semantic methods for testing validity. Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
Choose One Natural Science (5cr)
Recommended:

ENVS&100 5cr Survey of Environmental Science
Explores the workings of planet Earth in terms of living organisms and non-living resources, including roles that human activities play in the world around us. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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ENVS102 5cr Climate Change & Society
Investigates climate change and environmental systems and explores impacts on human society through differing worldviews. Recommended: ENVS& 100. Prerequisite: None. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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ENVS203 5cr Climate and Energy Solutions
Introduces natural and anthropogenic climate change and related effects across geologic and biologic timescales. Reviews current and emerging clean technologies. Recommended: ENVS& 100 or ENVS 102. Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee; $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee

Revision Date: 
Wednesday, May 17, 2023