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California Regional Consortia

Programmer Certificate of Achievement

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Submitter's Information

Name

Jonathan Polidano

Title

CTE Liaison

Region

Inland Empire/Desert

College

Chaffey College

CTE Dean

CTE Dean's Name

Yolanda Friday

CTE Dean's Email

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Program Details

Program Title

Programmer Certificate of Achievement

Submission Type

New Program

TOPs Code

Computer Software Development (070700)

Projected Start Date

08/10/26

Catalog Description

This certificate will prepare students to enter a career in computer programming by providing a strong foundation in computer science principles, software development, and problem-solving techniques. Students will gain hands-on experience in programming, learn how to design efficient algorithms and data structures, understand the fundamentals of computer architecture, and develop proficiency in SQL for managing and querying databases. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will be equipped to pursue entry-level programming positions. This program emphasizes critical thinking, logical reasoning, and real-world coding practices essential for success in today’s technology-driven job market.

Enrollment Completer Projections

This certificate was previously a concentration in CIS and is now its own certificate and degree pathway.  One of the reasons for turning concentrations into certificates and degree's is so we can better track completions. We estimate about 40 per year.

Program Proposal Attributes

Program Award Type(s) (Check all that apply)
  • Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
Program Goal

This certificate will prepare students to enter a career in computer programming by providing a strong foundation in  computer science principles, software development, and problem-solving techniques. Students will gain hands-on experience in multiple programming languages, learn how to design efficient algorithms and data structures, understand the fundamentals of computer architecture, and develop proficiency in SQL for managing and querying databases.

Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will be equipped to pursue entry-level programming positions. This program emphasizes critical thinking, logical reasoning, and real-world coding practices essential for success in today’s technology-driven job market.

Course Units and Hours

Total Certificate Units (Minimum and Maximum)

Min: 39, Max: 40

Units for Degree Major or Area of Emphasis (Minimum and Maximum)

n/a

Total Units for Degree (Minimum and Maximum)

n/a

Course Report

Program Requirements Narrative

Students completing this program will complete following major-specific courses: ITIS-10, ITIS-14, ITIS-16, ITIS-40, ITIS-30, ITIS-80, ITIS-82, ITIS-84, COMPSCI-10, and selections from either ITIS-50 or ITIS-51 and COMPSCI-1 or COMPSCI-5 and COMPSCI-2 or COMPSCI-6 and ITIS-42 or ITIS-45. 

Program Requirements
CourseTitleUnitsYear/Semester
(Y1 or S1)
ITIS-10Introduction to Computer Information Systems3S1
ITIS-14Windows Operating System Administration3S1
ITIS-16Internet Technologies and Security
3S1
ITIS-40Computer Hardware and CompTIA A+ Certification Preparation
3S2
ITIS-50 or 
ITIS-51		Introduction to Computer Networks or Cisco Internetworking I
3 or 4S2
COMPSCI-10Introduction to Data Science
3S4
ITIS-30Introduction to Computer Programming
3S2
ITIS-80 Introduction to Database & Database Management Systems
3S2
ITIS-82Web Page Development and Publishing
3S3
ITIS-84Creating Dynamic Applications using Javascript3S3
COMPSCI-1 or 
COMSPCI-5		Programming Concepts and Methodology I (C++)  or Programming Concepts and Methodology I (Python)
3S3
COMPSCI-2 or 
COMPSCI-6		Programming Concepts and Methodology II (C++) or Programming Concepts and Methodology II (Python)
3S4
ITIS-42 or 
ITIS-45		Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design or IT Project Management3S4
































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Published at

12/28/25 - 10:52 PM

Last edited at

12/28/25 - 11:00 PM by Jonathan Polidano

Status

Recommended

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Andria Coyle Super User   ·  01/05/26

Received regional recommendation at the January 5, 2026 IEDRC Deans Meeting.