Programming In C++ (Certificate N0634)

Business Division
Certificate N0634
The Programming in C++ Certificate prepares students for a career in computer programming. The certificate offers a balanced set of classes that provides students the skills to create business-oriented applications in C++, maintain a Microsoft Access database, and learn the tools and techniques required of a systems analyst. Emphasis is placed on object-oriented programming techniques, creating database tables, forms, reports and queries, and implementing a computer system using the system development life cycle methodology. Students will demonstrate the ability to create business applications, write effective program documentation, demonstrate program troubleshooting skills, and build a computer system using the steps of the system development life cycle. Career opportunities after the completion of this certificate include programmer and systems analyst.

Required Courses

Course Prefix Course Name Units
CISB 11Computer Information Systems3.5
CISD 11Database Management - Microsoft Access3
CISD 11LDatabase Management - Microsoft Access Laboratory0.5
CISM 11Systems Analysis and Design3.5
CISN 21Windows Operating System3
CISP 31Programming in C++3
CISP 31LProgramming in C++ Laboratory0.5
CISP 34Advanced C++ Programming3
CISP 34LAdvanced C++ Programming Laboratory0.5
Total Units20.5

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to:

  • Create event-driven program, using Windows Forms.
  • Connect C++ program to the database and incorporate SQL statements into C++ code.

Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.

Looking for guidance? A counselor can help.This Guided Pathways for Success (GPS) is a suggested sequence of coursework needed for program completion. It is not an official educational plan. Schedule an appointment with a counselor or advisor as soon as possible to create an individualized Mountie Academic Plan (MAP) specific to your goals and needs.

Plan of Study Grid
Fall TermUnits
CISB 11 Computer Information Systems 3.5
CISD 11 Database Management - Microsoft Access 3
CISD 11L Database Management - Microsoft Access Laboratory .5
CISP 31 Programming in C++ 3
CISP 31L Programming in C++ Laboratory .5
 Units10.5
Spring Term
CISM 11 Systems Analysis and Design 3.5
CISN 21 Windows Operating System 3
CISP 34 Advanced C++ Programming 3
CISP 34L Advanced C++ Programming Laboratory .5
Certificate: Programming in C++ N0634 4
Submit petition: inside.mtsac.edu, Student Tab#45 5
 Units10
 Total Units20.5
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