Information Technology Programming (ITP) at Mountain Empire Community College
Distance Learning
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Term
- ITP 100 - Software Design
- Introduces principles and practices of software development. Includes instruction in critical thinking, problem solving skills, and essential programming logic in structured and object-oriented design using contemporary tools.Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ITP 120 - Java Programming I
- Entails instruction in fundamentals of object-oriented programming using Java. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of console and graphical user interface applications.Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ITP 132 - C++ Programming I
- Centers instruction in fundamentals of object-oriented programming and design using C++. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of C++ applications.Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ITP 140 - Client Side Scripting
- Provides instruction in fundamentals of Internet application design, development, and deployment using client side scripting language(s).Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ITP 150 - Python Programming
- Entails instruction in fundamentals of object-oriented programming using Python. Emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of Python applications.Lecture 3-4 hours. Total 3-4 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ITP 170 - Project Management
- Introduces the concepts of project management as defined by the Project Management Institute, the accreditation body for project management.Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ITP 225 - Web Scripting Languages
- Introduces students to the principles, systems, and tools used to implement Web applications. Provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the programming tools and skills required to build and maintain interactive Web sites. Students will develop Web applications utilizing client-side and server-side scripting languages along with auxiliary tools needed for complete applications.3-4 credits
- ITP 232 - C++ Programming II
- Presents in-depth instruction of advanced object-oriented techniques for data structures using C++.Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ITP 251 - Systems Analysis and Design
- Focuses on application of information technologies (IT) to system life cycle methodology, systems analysis, systems design, and system implementation practices. Covers methodologies related to identification of information requirements, feasibility in the areas of economic, technical and social requirements, and related issues are included in course content. Software applications may be used to enhance student skills.Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ITP 270 - Programming for Cybersecurity
- Teaches scripting techniques for automating security tasks such as network monitoring and penetration testing using a high-level programming language common to cybersecurity professionals. Includes how to write custom tools and the basics of developing software exploits.Lecture 3-4 hours. Total 3-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite: ITP 100, Software Design3-4 credits - ITP 298 - Seminar and Project
- Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student's occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field.May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
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