Computer Programming Degree

The computer programming degree program at Grantham University prepares students to learn software installation, maintenance, and methods and procedures of software design and programming by focusing on the general writing and implementation of computerized programs of operating systems. Students who graduate from the computer programming degree program may pursue careers in IT technology, web development, database design, and more. Courses in the program include software design, program customization and linking, prototype testing, and troubleshooting. Get more details below including other Alaska colleges that offer computer programming degrees.

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Grantham University

35109 Royal Place, Soldotna, AK

Grantham University is a career college dedicated to offering a solid education for students located in and around Kansas City. Students may select from many areas of study, including:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business and Marketing Studies
• Security and Protective Services

Over two thousand students have received a degree in the last few years based on published graduation information with a graduation rate of around 33%. Grantham University has listed more than twenty different programs available, including degrees as high as a Master's degree. The more popular programs are shown below:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business Administration
• Law and Justice Administration
• Information Systems
• Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology

To help students and alumni succeed, Grantham University may provide support services including:

• Online course work available
• Academic counseling for students
• Assistance to find work

Grantham University has been accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council, Accrediting Commission since 1961. To see more and get consumer disclosures, you can visit grantham.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Computer Programming Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Grantham University offers a less than one year certificate program in computer programming.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Computer Programmers

Description

Create, modify, and test the code, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software developers or other individuals. May assist software developers by analyzing user needs and designing software solutions. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

Software Developers, Applications

Description

Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. May analyze and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. May supervise computer programmers.

Software Developers, Systems Software

Description

Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

Web Developers

Description

Design, create, and modify Web sites. Analyze user needs to implement Web site content, graphics, performance, and capacity. May integrate Web sites with other computer applications. May convert written, graphic, audio, and video components to compatible Web formats by using software designed to facilitate the creation of Web and multimedia content.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).