2017-2018 College Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2017-2018 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Software Specialist Associate in Science


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The Software Specialist Certificate program prepares the student for an entry-level position as a knowledge worker in the technical work environment using industry-standard software packages.

Program Student Learning Outcomes


Students who complete this program will be able to:

  • Demonstrate key skills for employment with industry standard technical software packages.
  • Demonstrate comprehensive, broad range introductory computer competencies targeting a diverse and multicultural workforce.
  • Complete technically current and challenging ongoing education.
  • Apply skills in a broad range of media appropriate for a diverse population of technical students.
  • Use job skills in technical professional business environments through meaningful internships and capstone projects.

Total Units for the Major: 18


Restricted Electives:


Associate in Science Degree


Completion of the certificate program and a minimum of 60 units including the general education requirements with an overall GPA of 2.0 qualifies the student for the Associate in Science degree. A minimum of 12 units must be completed at Saddleback College.

General Education Requirements for Associate Degrees


Refer to the Graduation Requirements  or to the CSU-GE and IGETC patterns in this catalog for specific courses which meet general education requirements. Refer to ASSIST.org and to the transfer institution’s catalog for transfer requirements.

Suggested coursework not required for the major: ACCT 214 ; CIMN 200 , CIMN 210 ; ECON 2 , ECON 4 .

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