Computer Technologies
Log on to a career in IT, cybersecurity, software development, and more! Spartanburg Community College offers you a variety of career options through our computer technologies paths. Earn a certificate or associate of science degree, become a Cisco Certified Network Associate, or transfer to Clemson and continue your computer technlogies studies through the SPECTRA partnership.
Our degree programs are accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs.
Which program is for you?
| WHAT DO YOU WANT TO DO? | CURRENT KNOWLEDGE | YOUR GOAL | THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU! |
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None | Technical degree with transfer options |
Associate Degree in Applied Science Computer Technology, Programming/Database Electives |
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None | Technical degree with transfer options |
Associate Degree in Applied Science Computer Technology, Networking/Cybersecurity* Electives
*More about grant for the Cybersecurity Program |
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Basic knowledge of computer hardware and networks | Cisco Certified Network Associate certification and CyberOps Certification | Networking /Cybersecurity Certificate |
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None | A+ certification | Systems Support Technician Certificate |
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Basic programming knowledge | Advanced programming and database skills | Software Development and Database Administration Certificate |
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None | Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related degree |
Associate of Science Computer Science Advising Track |
How do I complete this program?
Associate in Science (University Transfer Program)
Program Start Date: Any term
Minimum Program Length: 64 academic weeks; 4 terms day or online, 6 terms evening; 60-66 credits
Program ID: AS
Curriculum Code: 55600
Program Description
The associate in science degree is designed for students whose goal is a four-year degree. The AS (associate in science) program provides students the freshmen and sophomore years of a bachelor's degree. Course requirements include mathematics, English, social sciences, humanities, fine arts and natural sciences to parallel the courses taken during the freshmen and sophomore years at a four-year college or university.
Professional Opportunities
The associate in science degree requirements parallel the courses completed during the first two years of a bachelor's degree in fields such as biology, chemistry, dentistry, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, physics, agriculture, forestry, mathematics, textiles, veterinary medicine, engineering, statistics, and computer science.
Unique Aspects
Most University Transfer courses are accepted at all South Carolina public colleges and universities and many private institutions. Course requirements for specific majors vary among four-year institutions; therefore, students should check degree requirements at their intended transfer institution before selecting courses at SCC. Students should meet with an SCC academic advisor to plan an academic schedule for their four-year degree goal.
Requirements for Associate in Science (AS)
Students are responsible for checking with the specific college or university to which they plan to transfer (and preferably with their target program within that institution) to determine the transferability of any course.
EEDA Career Cluster:
All 16 career clusters may apply
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- Write professionally/academically in response to a variety of texts and audiences.
- Speak publicly, listen actively, and respond effectively.
- Access, retrieve, synthesize, and evaluate information.
- Apply quantitative, qualitative, and/or scientific reasoning to solve problems.
- Explain social concepts and behaviors using fundamental theories and methods of analysis.
- Apply analytical methodologies and diverse perspectives to interpret key works in various disciplines.
Course Requirements:
- COL 101 - College Orientation
or - COL 103 - College Skills
(Note: Students who place into two or more developmental areas are required to take COL 103 in place of COL 101)
- ENG 101 - English Composition I
- ENG 102 - English Composition II
- SPC 205 - Public Speaking
- Credits: 3
- Social/Behavioral Sciences General Education Course for AS Credits: 3
- Credits: 3
- Credits: 4
- Credits: 16
- Credits: 15-21
Total Credit Range 60-66
Notes: Courses may only be used to fulfill one requirement. Refer to Course Descriptions
for prerequisites.
Semester Display
First Semester
- ENG 101 - English Composition I
- Mathematics General Education Course for AS Credits: 3-4
(Choose 1 course from the Mathematics General Education Course for AS Section above). - Lab Science General Education Course for AS Credits: 3
(Choose 1 course for the Lab Science General Education for AS Section above) - Social/Behavioral Sciences General Education Course for AS Credits: 3
(Choose 1 course from the Social/Behavioral Sciences General Education for AS Section above).
Second Semester
- ENG 102 - English Composition II
- Humanities/Fine Arts General Education Course for AA/AS Credits: 3-4
(Choose 1 course from the Humanities/Fine Arts General Education Course for AA/AS Section above). - Mathematics and/or Science Courses for AS Credits: 3-4
(Choose 1 course from the Mathematics and/or Science Courses for AS Section above). - Social Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Humanities, or Fine Arts for AS Credits: 3-4
(Choose 1 course from the Social Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Humanities or Fine Arts for AS Section above). - Elective Course for AS Credits: 3-4
(Choose 1 course from the Elective Courses for AS Section above).
Third Semester
- SPC 205 - Public Speaking
- Mathematics and/or Science Courses for AS Credits: 4
(Select 1 course from the Mathematics and/or Science Courses for AS Section above). - Mathematics and/or Science Courses for AS Credits: 4
(Select 1 course from the Mathematics and/or Science Courses for AS Section above). - Elective Course for AS Credits: 3-4
(Select 1 course from the Elective Credits for AS Section above).
Fourth Semester
- Mathematics and/or Science Courses for AS Credits: 4
(Select 1 course from the Mathematics and/or Science Courses for AS Section above). - Elective Course for AS Credits: 3
(Select 1 course from the Elective Courses for AS Section above). - Elective Course for AS Credits: 3-4
(Select 1 course from the Elective Courses for AS Section above). - Elective Course for AS Credits: 3-4
(Select 1 course from the Elective Courses for AS Section above). - Elective Course for AS Credits: 3-4
(Select 1 course from the Elective Courses for AS Section above).
Total Credit Range: 60-66
Students must select courses that total 60-66 credits
Specialized Advising
See the SCC Website (www.sccsc.edu) for more information on specialized advising for the following programs. Students who intend to pursue these fields of study should request a specific advisor and meet with their advisor for a more detailed listing of course options.
- Computer Science
- Horticulture
- Middle Level Education
- Pre-Chiropractic
- Pre-Engineering
- Secondary Education
Certificate and Associate Degree Program:
Computer Support Specialist Certificate
Program Start Date: Fall term
Minimum Program Length: 42 academic weeks; 3 terms day, 3 terms evening; 33 credits
Program ID: CT.CSS
Curriculum Code: 70907
Program Description
Computer support specialist students learn to maintain personal computer systems, solve user problems, support user applications and provide user training. Students learn to diagnose and troubleshoot PC operating system problems, upgrade and maintain PC hardware and help desk concepts. In addition, students learn networking concepts, database concepts and programming logic.
Practical Experience
Students complete multiple projects using current personal computer hardware and software. They develop logical thinking, problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills.
Professional Opportunities
Software support specialist, system support technician, hardware technician and user support technician.
Unique Aspects
Graduates of this program may transfer into the computer technology associate degree, software development and database administration or networking/cybersecurity certificate program. Graduates are prepared to pass the CompTIA A+ certification exam.
EEDA Career Cluster:
Information Technology
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- Apply IT support and security skills including installing, operating, diagnosing and repairing problems with computer hardware and operating systems.
- Create business-related reports, spreadsheets, diagrams and databases.
- Configure and diagnose a secure home/small office network.
- Design and develop basic and complex programs and/or interactive apps with an object-oriented programming language.
Course Requirements
- CPT 118 - Professional Practices in Information Technology
- CPT 168 - Programming Logic and Design
- CPT 170 - Microcomputer Applications
- CPT 180 - Shell Scripting
- CPT 209 - Computer Systems Management
- CPT 242 - Database
- CPT 264 - Systems and Procedures
- CPT 282 - Information Systems Security
- ENG 101 - English Composition I
- IST 166 - Network Fundamentals
- MAT 110 - College Algebra
Total Credits: 33
Semester Display
First Semester
- CPT 170 - Microcomputer Applications **
- ENG 101 - English Composition I **
- IST 166 - Network Fundamentals **
- MAT 110 - College Algebra
Second Semester
- CPT 118 - Professional Practices in Information Technology **
- CPT 168 - Programming Logic and Design **
- CPT 209 - Computer Systems Management **
- CPT 242 - Database **
Third Semester
- CPT 180 - Shell Scripting **
- CPT 264 - Systems and Procedures **
- CPT 282 - Information Systems Security **
Total Credits: 33
**A grade of C or better is required.
Computer Technology, Networking/Cybersecurity, AAS
Program Start Date: Fall term or Spring term
Minimum Program Length: 84 academic weeks; 6 terms day or evening; 70 credits
Program ID: AAS.CT-NC
Curriculum Code: 35104
Program Description
Computer technology with networking/cybersecurity electives students develop skills in PC operating systems, PC hardware concepts, computer software applications, cybersecurity, and developing and maintaining small to medium sized computer networks.
Practical Experience
Students work with different types of operating systems, networking architectures and personal computer applications. Lab projects are completed using Cisco networking devices such as switches and routers. Students develop logical thinking, problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills.
Professional Opportunities
Network technician, entry level cybersecurity analyst, IT support technician, cable technician and Cisco Certified Network Associate.
Unique Aspects
This program uses course materials from the Cisco Networking Academy Program, a cooperative venture between colleges and Cisco Systems. Graduates of this program are prepared to earn Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Cisco CyberOps Certifications.
EEDA Career Cluster:
Information Technology
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- Apply IT support and security skills including installing, operating, diagnosing and repairing problems with computer hardware and operating systems.
- Create business-related reports, spreadsheets, diagrams and databases.
- Configure and diagnose a secure home/small office network.
- Design and develop basic and complex programs and or interactive apps with an object-oriented programming language.
- Configure and diagnose secure networks consisting of PCs, switches and routers.
- Apply knowledge and skills to monitor, detect, investigate, analyze and respond to security incients.
- Demonstrate their ability to speak publicly, listen actively, and respond effectively.
Course Requirements
- COL 101 - College Orientation
(Note: Students who place into two or more developmental areas are required to take in place of .) - CPT 275 - Computer Technology Senior Project
- ENG 101 - English Composition I
- MAT 110 - College Algebra
- MAT 120 - Probability & Statistics
- SPC 205 - Public Speaking
- IST 201 - Cisco Internetworking Concepts
- IST 202 - Cisco Router Configuration
- IST 203 - Advanced Cisco Router Configuration
- IST 267 - Network Vulnerability Assessment
- IST 268 - Computer Forensics
- IST 291 - Fundamentals of Network Security I
Core Requirements for Computer Technology
- CPT 118 - Professional Practices in Information Technology
- CPT 168 - Programming Logic and Design
- CPT 170 - Microcomputer Applications
- CPT 180 - Shell Scripting
- CPT 209 - Computer Systems Management
- CPT 242 - Database
- CPT 264 - Systems and Procedures
- CPT 282 - Information Systems Security
- IST 166 - Network Fundamentals
- IST 265 - Designing a Windows Directory Services Infrastructure
Humanities/Fine Arts General Education Course: 3 Credits
- ANT 101 - General Anthropology
- ECO 210 - Macroeconomics
- ECO 211 - Microeconomics
- GEO 101 - Introduction to Geography
- GEO 102 - World Geography
- HIS 101 - Western Civilization to 1689
- HIS 102 - Western Civilization Post 1689
- HIS 104 - World History I
- HIS 105 - World History II
- HIS 201 - American History: Discovery to 1877
- HIS 202 - American History: 1877 to Present
- PSC 201 - American Government
- PSC 215 - State and Local Government
- PSC 220 - Introduction to International Relations
- PSY 201 - General Psychology
- SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology
Social/Behavioral Sciences General Education Course: 3 Credits
- ANT 101 - General Anthropology
- ECO 210 - Macroeconomics
- ECO 211 - Microeconomics
- GEO 101 - Introduction to Geography
- GEO 102 - World Geography
- HIS 101 - Western Civilization to 1689
- HIS 102 - Western Civilization Post 1689
- HIS 104 - World History I
- HIS 105 - World History II
- HIS 201 - American History: Discovery to 1877
- HIS 202 - American History: 1877 to Present
- PSC 201 - American Government
- PSC 215 - State and Local Government
- PSC 220 - Introduction to International Relations
- PSY 201 - General Psychology
- SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology
Total Credits: 70
Semester Display
First Semester
- COL 101 - College Orientation
- CPT 170 - Microcomputer Applications **
- ENG 101 - English Composition I **
- IST 166 - Network Fundamentals **
- MAT 110 - College Algebra **
Second Semester
- CPT 168 - Programming Logic and Design **
- CPT 209 - Computer Systems Management **
- CPT 242 - Database **
- CPT 118 - Professional Practices in Information Technology **
Third Semester
- CPT 180 - Shell Scripting **
- CPT 264 - Systems and Procedures **
- CPT 282 - Information Systems Security **
Fourth Semester
- IST 201 - Cisco Internetworking Concepts **
- IST 202 - Cisco Router Configuration **
- MAT 120 - Probability & Statistics
- IST 265 - Designing a Windows Directory Services Infrastructure**
Fifth Semester
- IST 203 - Advanced Cisco Router Configuration **
- IST 268 - Computer Forensics **
- IST 291 - Fundamentals of Network Security I **
- SPC 205 - Public Speaking
- Social/Behavioral Sciences General Education Course Credits: 3
(Choose 1 course from the Social/Behavioral Sciences Section above).
Sixth Semester
- CPT 275 - Computer Technology Senior Project **
- IST 267 - Network Vulnerability Assessment **
- Humanities/Fine Arts General Education Course Credits: 3
(Choose 1 course from the Humanities/Fine Arts Section above).
Total Credits: 70
**A grade of C or better is required.
Computer Technology, Programming/Database, AAS
Program Start Date: Fall term or Spring term
Minimum Program Length: 84 academic weeks; 6 terms day or evening; 70 credits
Program ID: AAS.CT-PD
Curriculum Code: 35104
Program Description
Computer technology with programming/database electives students develop skills in software development, PC operating systems, systems analysis and design, PC hardware concepts, computer software applications, database applications and networking.
Practical Experience
Students gain practical experiences in procedural and event-driven programming languages. They work with different types of operating systems, programming languages, networking architectures, personal computers and database applications. Students develop logical thinking, problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills.
Professional Opportunities
Entry level software developer, web developer, PC application specialist, programmer analyst, entry level data base administrator.
EEDA Career Cluster:
Information Technology
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- Apply IT support and security skills including installing, operating, diagnosing and repairing problems with computer hardware and operating systems.
- Create business-related reports, spreadsheets, diagrams and databases.
- Configure and diagnose a secure home/small office network.
- Design and develop basic and complex programs and or interactive apps with an object-oriented programming language.
- Develop and test local and server based forms, reports and queries.
- Demonstrate their ability to speak publicly, listen actively, and respond effectively.
Course Requirements
- COL 101 - College Orientation
(Note: Students who place into two or more developmental areas are required to take in place of .) - ENG 101 - English Composition I
- MAT 110 - College Algebra
- MAT 120 - Probability & Statistics
- SPC 205 - Public Speaking
- CPT 185 - Event-Driven Programming
- CPT 188 - Mobile App Development
- CPT 202 - SQL Programming I
- CPT 206 - Advanced Event-Driven Programming
- CPT 236 - Introduction to Java Programming
- CPT 244 - Data Structures
- CPT 275 - Computer Technology Senior Project
Core Requirements for Computer Technology
- CPT 118 - Professional Practices in Information Technology
- CPT 168 - Programming Logic and Design
- CPT 170 - Microcomputer Applications
- CPT 180 - Shell Scripting
- CPT 209 - Computer Systems Management
- CPT 242 - Database
- CPT 264 - Systems and Procedures
- CPT 282 - Information Systems Security
- IST 166 - Network Fundamentals
- IST 265 - Designing a Windows Directory Services Infrastructure
Humanities/Fine Arts General Education Course: 3 Credits
- ART 101 - Art History and Appreciation
- ART 107 - History of Early Western Art
- ART 108 - History of Western Art
- ENG 102 - English Composition II
- ENG 228 - Studies in Film Genre
- HSS 101 - Introduction to Humanities
- MUS 105 - Music Appreciation
- PHI 101 - Intro to Philosophy
- PHI 105 - Introduction to Logic
- PHI 110 - Ethics
- REL 101 - Introduction to Religion
- REL 104 - Early Christian History and Literature
- REL 105 - Early Jewish History and Literature
- REL 201 - Religions of the World
- THE 101 - Introduction to Theatre
Social/Behavioral Sciences General Education Course: 3 Credits
- ANT 101 - General Anthropology
- ECO 210 - Macroeconomics
- ECO 211 - Microeconomics
- GEO 101 - Introduction to Geography
- GEO 102 - World Geography
- HIS 101 - Western Civilization to 1689
- HIS 102 - Western Civilization Post 1689
- HIS 104 - World History I
- HIS 105 - World History II
- HIS 201 - American History: Discovery to 1877
- HIS 202 - American History: 1877 to Present
- PSC 201 - American Government
- PSC 215 - State and Local Government
- PSC 220 - Introduction to International Relations
- PSY 201 - General Psychology
- SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology
Total Credits: 70
Semester Display
First Semester
- COL 101 - College Orientation
- CPT 170 - Microcomputer Applications **
- ENG 101 - English Composition I **
- IST 166 - Network Fundamentals **
- MAT 110 - College Algebra **
Second Semester
- CPT 168 - Programming Logic and Design **
- CPT 209 - Computer Systems Management **
- CPT 242 - Database **
- CPT 118 - Professional Practices in Information Technology **
Third Semester
- CPT 180 - Shell Scripting **
- CPT 264 - Systems and Procedures **
- CPT 282 - Information Systems Security **
Fourth Semester
- CPT 185 - Event-Driven Programming **
- CPT 244 - Data Structures **
- MAT 120 - Probability & Statistics
- IST 265 - Designing a Windows Directory Services Infrastructure **
Fifth Semester
- CPT 202 - SQL Programming I **
- CPT 206 - Advanced Event-Driven Programming **
- CPT 236 - Introduction to Java Programming
- SPC 205 - Public Speaking
Sixth Semester
- CPT 275 - Computer Technology Senior Project **
- CPT 188 - Mobile App Development **
- Humanities/Fine Arts General Education Course Credits: 3
(Choose 1 course from the Humanities/Fine Arts Section above). - Social/Behavioral Sciences General Education Course Credits: 3
(Choose 1 course from the Social/Behavioral Sciences Section above).
Total Credits: 70
**A grade of C or better is required.
Networking/Cybersecurity Certificate
Program Start Date: Fall
Minimum Program Length: 70 academic weeks; 5 terms; 30 credits
Program ID: CT.NC
Curriculum Code: 71463
Program Description
Networking/cybersecurity certificate students develop skills to design, build and maintain secure small to medium-sized networks. In addition, students learn to apply knowledge and skills to monitor, detect, investigate, analyze and respond to security incidents.
Practical Experience
Students complete lab projects using Cisco devices such as routers, switches and security appliances. They develop communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
Professional Opportunities
Networking technician, security administrator, security specialist.
Unique Aspects
This program uses course materials from the Cisco Networking Academy Program. Graduates of this program are prepared to pass the Cisco certifications CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) and CyberOps.
EEDA Career Cluster:
Information Technology; Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- Apply IT support and security skills including installing, operating, diagnosing and repairing problems with computer hardware and operating systems.
- Configure and diagnose secure networks and subnetworks consisting of PCs, switches and routers.
- Apply knowledge and skills to monitor, detect, investigate, analyze and respond to security incidents.
Course Requirements
- CPT 170 - Microcomputer Applications
- CPT 209 - Computer Systems Management
- IST 166 - Network Fundamentals
- IST 201 - Cisco Internetworking Concepts
- IST 202 - Cisco Router Configuration
- IST 203 - Advanced Cisco Router Configuration
- IST 267 - Network Vulnerability Assessment
- IST 268 - Computer Forensics
- IST 290 - Special Topics in Information Sciences
- IST 291 - Fundamentals of Network Security I
Total Credits: 30
Semester Display
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
Fourth Semester
- IST 203 - Advanced Cisco Router Configuration **
- IST 268 - Computer Forensics **
- IST 291 - Fundamentals of Network Security I **
Fifth Semester
Total Credits: 30
**A grade of C or better is required.
Software Development and Database Administration Certificate
Program Start Date: Fall term
Minimum Program Length: 70 academic weeks; 5 terms day or 5 terms evening; 30 credits
Program ID: CT.SDDA
Curriculum Code: 60982
Program Description
This advanced certificate allows students to develop skills in procedural and event-driven programming. Students design, create and maintain desktop and server databases.
Practical Experience
Students gain practical experiences in procedural and event-driven programming languages. They become proficient in software development and data base administration. Students will utilize logical thinking, problem solving, interpersonal and communications skills in a team-oriented environment.
Professional Opportunities
Software developer, PC application specialist, programmer analyst, entry level data base administrator.
EEDA Career Cluster:
Information Technology, Business, Management & Administration
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- Develop complex programs or apps using object-oriented programming languages.
- Develop and test local- and server-based forms, reports and queries.
- Create business-related reports.
Course Requirements
- CPT 168 - Programming Logic and Design
- CPT 170 - Microcomputer Applications
- CPT 185 - Event-Driven Programming
- CPT 188 - Mobile App Development
- CPT 202 - SQL Programming I
- CPT 206 - Advanced Event-Driven Programming
- CPT 236 - Introduction to Java Programming
- CPT 242 - Database
- CPT 244 - Data Structures
- CPT 275 - Computer Technology Senior Project
Total Credits: 30
Semester Display
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
Fourth Semester
- CPT 202 - SQL Programming I **
- CPT 206 - Advanced Event-Driven Programming **
- CPT 236 - Introduction to Java Programming **
Fifth Semester
Total Credits: 30
**A grade of C or better is required.
Data Analytics Certificate
Location(s):Online
Program Start Date: Fall term
Minimum Program Length: 40 academic weeks; 3 terms; 39 credits
Program ID: CT.DAT
Curriculum Code: 71507
Program Description
This certificate program prepares students for entry level positions in data analytics. Students will learn the collection, editing, and transformation of data as well as data modeling and reporting.
Practical Experience
Students learn techniques to gather, profile, extract and transform data. The students use software to perform data modeling, data query, data reporting and visualization.
Professional Opportunities
Data analytics technicians, data analyst, data center technician
EEDA Career Cluster:
Information Technology
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to extract, collect, clean and test data.
- Apply basic statitical concepts and apply statistical methods used in data science.
- Apply modeling, analysis, and visualization techniques applied to data.
- Speak publicly, listen actively, and respond effectively.
Course Requirements
- ACC 101 - Accounting Principles I
- BAF 230 - Computers in Finance
- BUS 240 - Business Statistics
- CPT 168 - Programming Logic and Design
or - CPT 180 - Shell Scripting
- CPT 170 - Microcomputer Applications
- CPT 202 - SQL Programming I
- CPT 242 - Database
- CPT 244 - Data Structures
- CPT 297 - Big Data Analytics
- ENG 101 - English Composition I
- MGT 206 - Management Spreadsheets
- MGT 245 - Decision Support Systems
- SPC 205 - Public Speaking
Total Credits: 39
Semester Display
First Semester
- ACC 101 - Accounting Principles I **
- BUS 240 - Business Statistics **
- ENG 101 - English Composition I **
- CPT 170 - Microcomputer Applications **
Second Semester
- CPT 168 - Programming Logic and Design **
or - CPT 180 - Shell Scripting **
- CPT 242 - Database **
- MGT 206 - Management Spreadsheets **
- MGT 245 - Decision Support Systems **
- SPC 205 - Public Speaking **
Third Semester
- BAF 230 - Computers in Finance **
- CPT 202 - SQL Programming I **
- CPT 244 - Data Structures **
- CPT 297 - Big Data Analytics **
Total Credits: 39
**A grade of C or better is required
Internships may be available at:
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- Advance America
- American Credit Acceptance
- Smith Drug
- WSPA
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