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Computer Programming Careers

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Computer Programming Specialist AS Degree Program Guide Sheet
Computer Programmer AAS Degree Program Guide Sheet

Program Overview

The job of the applications programmer is to (1) review job specifications provided by the system analyst and end user and (2) plan, code, test, and document a programming solution which takes the available data input and produces the desired output in the form of a printed report or a screen display. The programming language(s) used depends on the nature of the problem and the languages available to the programmer at his/her installation. Programmers need above average communications and math skills. Programmers also need to possess the qualities of patience, perseverance, and preciseness, and should enjoy working in a team environment and also be able to work independently.

Program Requirements:
• Computer Programming Specialist AS Degree
• Computer Programmer AAS Degree

What You'll Learn

• Design and code production software applications.
• Analyze complex organizational problems.
• Develop design specifications.
• Use industry standard database management systems to support their applications.

Career Settings

• Private industry
• Manufacturing
• Government agencies
• Education
• Programmers may work as Technical, Applications or Production Programmers; Database or Systems Support Specialists; Applications Programmers; Technical Programmers; Systems Analyst; MIS Coordinators; Test or Systems Analysts; Junior and Senior Programmer-Analysts and many other positions in this diverse field.

Potential Employers

• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Minnesota Mutual
• Wells Fargo Bank
• State of Minnesota
• Northwest Airlines

Additional Benefits

• Programs emphasize training for industry certification.
• Jobs for computer programmers for all types of computer systems are found throughout the country with opportunities for good earning and rapid advancement.

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