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Database Specialist (BP/EP) Advanced Technical Certificate

Overview and Award Outcomes

Overview

This advanced technical certificate is designed for students and computer professionals to learn the fundamentals of database application development and database administration. Prior to enrolling, students should possess college-level reading ability, a strong foundation in computer concepts, and basic programming logic.

Award Outcomes

Modify databases

Test programs and make modifications

Coordinate security measures to safeguard information

Calculate values for database parameters

Create user access levels

Develop data model describing data elements

Revise data definitions as defined in data dictionary

Career Opportunities

Positions are available as SQL Server Database Administrators and Database Application Developers.

Program Requirements

Technical Studies Required 23 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ITEC1032Microsoft Access

3

ITEC1505Fundamentals of Programming with Python

4

ITEC2575.NET Programming I

4

ITEC2701SQL/NoSQL Database Design

4

ITEC2781SQL Server - TransactSQL

4

ITEC2786SQL Server - System Administration

4

General Education Required 0 Credits

General Education Elective 0 Credits

Technical Studies Elective 0 Credits

Total Advanced Technical Certificate Credits 23

Semester Sequence

Completion of this award may require taking courses at both campuses.  For more information, please contact your faculty program advisor.

First Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ITEC1032Microsoft Access

3

ITEC1505Fundamentals of Programming with Python

4

Total Credits  7

Second Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ITEC2575.NET Programming I

4

ITEC2701SQL/NoSQL Database Design

4

Total Credits  8

Third Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ITEC2781SQL Server - TransactSQL

4

ITEC2786SQL Server - System Administration

4

Total Credits  8

Graduation (23 Credits)

Prerequisite: Strong foundation in computer concepts or coursework required. Basic computer literacy, familiarity with the Internet, college-level reading ability, and proficiency in algebra.  All students must pass the computer literacy assessment test before registering for these courses.

Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence.  Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.  This listing is to be used strictly as an advising tool.

 

6/7/2022 : BP 2148 / EP 2133