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Programming Fundamentals Certificate

Wake Tech Course ID: C25590PF

The Fundamentals of Computer Programming Certificate will give students the opportunity to achieve programming literacy.

Learn the Python programming language, HTML markup and some database programming.

The primary emphasis of the Computer Programming & Development curriculum is hands-on training in programming and related computer areas that provide the ability to adapt as systems evolve.

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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$912.00
Locations
  • Southern Wake Campus
  • Scott Northern Wake Campus
  • RTP Campus
Total Credits
12
NOTE: Tuition listed is for in-state students. Out-of-state tuition is higher.
Tuition is set annually by the State Board of Community Colleges.
Wake Tech charges various fees in addition to tuition, and individual programs also have specific costs associated with them.

Career Outlook


  • Web and Digital Interface Designer
    44085.41
    Starting Salary
    92597.74
    Median Annual Wage
    19%
    Growth*
  • Software Quality Assurance Analyst or Tester
    58657.51
    Starting Salary
    101708.70
    Median Annual Wage
    22%
    Growth*
  • Web Developer
    42460.87
    Starting Salary
    80304.78
    Median Annual Wage
    17%
    Growth*
  • Computer Systems Engineer/Architect
    47882.12
    Starting Salary
    102480.00
    Median Annual Wage
    13%
    Growth*
  • Web Administrator
    47882.12
    Starting Salary
    102480.00
    Median Annual Wage
    13%
    Growth*
  • Software Developer
    75772.17
    Starting Salary
    131495.70
    Median Annual Wage
    26%
    Growth*
  • Computer Programmer
    54297.96
    Starting Salary
    95610.03
    Median Annual Wage
    -5%
    Growth*
  • Computer Systems Analyst
    62179.89
    Starting Salary
    103442.40
    Median Annual Wage
    13%
    Growth*
  • Computer or Information Research Scientist
    81452.80
    Starting Salary
    145080.00
    Median Annual Wage
    24%
    Growth*
  • Computer and Information Systems Manager
    100583.50
    Starting Salary
    168529.70
    Median Annual Wage
    18%
    Growth*
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