Software Development in Python

Python is a high-level programming language that lets you work quickly and integrate systems more effectively.  Python programmers are employed in research, data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, quality assurance, web back-end, and other careers throughout the software industry.

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Students learn software development techniques and methods for creating applications inPython. Students apply these skills in practical projects relevant to the software industry.  The successful student will be able to use much of the coursework toward a BS in computer science. 

Program LearningOutcomes:  

·       Students are able to design, document, test and debug programs using Python 

·       Students use design patterns in application programs 

·       Students demonstrate techniques for creating modular reusable code 

Course	Title	Units	Year/Semester (Y1 or S1)
Required: Both of the following courses (9units)
CS 3A	Object Oriented Programming Methodologies in Python	4.5
CS 3B	Intermediate Software Design in Python	4.5
Plus: at least 15 units from the following courses
CS 3C	Advanced Data Structures and Algorithms in Python	4.5
CS 10	Computer Architecture and Organization	4.5
CS 18/Math 22	Discrete Mathematics	5
CS 22A	Javascript for Programmers	4.5
CS 30A	Introduction to Linux	4.5
CS 31A	Introduction to Database Management Systems	4.5
CS 40A	Software Engineering Methodology	4.5
CS 50A	Software Basics (CCNA)	4.5
Math 10	Elementary Statistics	5
Math 48A	Precalculus I	5
Math 48 B	Precalculus II	5
Math 48 C	Precalculus III	5
Math 1A	Calculus	5

SuggestedSequence: 

Fall:CS 3A and MATH 48A 

Winter: CS 3B and CS 30A 

Spring:CS 3C and CS 40A 

TotalUnits = 27.5 

none at this time

This program is similar to the De Anza College Certificate of Achievement for Programming in Python. Data shows that there is currently yet unmet demand for graduates in this area. Many students at Foothill college travel from north of Foothill and will be better served by an offering of this program at our campus. Furthermore, the focus of our program is different from the De Anza offering due to our emphasis on software engineering patterns and principles. None of the community colleges in the San Mateo Community College district (north of Foothill) offer this program currently.