Software Development*

Software Development
at the Accelerated Learning Center

Program Overview

The SWCSD has partnered with Columbus State Community College (CSCC) in the development of 3 distinct dual credit programs. Three CCP programs will be offered (priority enrollment for 11th and 12th graders): Software Development; General Liberal Arts; Health Sciences. Through the Accelerated Learning Center, students will take college courses, gain an in-depth understanding of what is needed to be successful in a college environment, and get a head start on earning college credits. The ALC Programs have a seat capacity of 25-30 students per cohort; therefore, students must apply for admission. Not all students will be accepted and/or may be placed on a waitlist. The Software Development Course is designed for the student interested in technology.

Requirements:

Students must apply to CSCC and obtain a Cougar ID.
Students must have ACT or College Placement (currently Accuplacer for CSCC admissions) scores that meet prerequisites for each program (see ALC trifold).
Students admitted into the ALC program will need to attend a mandatory ALC Orientation and/or meeting. Please see your school counselor for more information.
Students applying for the Software Develoment Course must meet the following ACT requirements:
- 18 English
- 20 Mathematics

Career Opportunities

Software Developer
Network Security
Web Developer
Network Administrator

Career Skills Developed

Computer concepts and applications
Programming Logic
Excel & Access
HTML & CSS
Object Oriented Analysis and UML
C# Programming
Systems Analysis
Java Programming
Python Programming
Critical Thinking

Program Highlights

Students can earn up to 29 college credits and 41 contact hours!

Curriculum Plan

Note: Admittance to this program requires special application and is not part of the online application process. Please click the button
below to download the Intent to Participate form or see your school guidance counselor.

Intent to Participate

Hear from the Instructor!

South-Western City School District Career Tech

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