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Jennifer Lee
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Data Science & Programming Support Services AAS

Wake Tech Course ID: A25590DS

The Data Science & Programming Support Services AAS degree prepares students to design and develop desktop and web applications, with an emphasis on business logic and data‐driven applications.

The curriculum emphasizes hands-on training in programming and related computer areas that provide the ability to adapt as systems evolve.

Graduates will be proficient in SQL, XML, database development, client/server‐side JavaScript and Python. They will be able to support the software development needs of businesses in a variety of industries, including health care, manufacturing, insurance, finance and software publishing.

Potential occupations include the following:

  • Artificial intelligence specialist
  • Database developer or specialist
  • Software developer
  • Web developer
  • Programmer/analyst
  • Business or systems analyst
  • Software tester or trainer
  • Quality assurance specialist
  • Technical writer
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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$5,244
Locations
  • Southern Wake Campus
  • Scott Northern Wake Campus
  • RTP Campus
Total Credits
69
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


  • Computer or Information Research Scientist
    125017.00
    Starting Salary
    125021.10
    Median Annual Wage
    26%
    Growth*
  • Computer Systems Analyst
    70105.81
    Starting Salary
    105663.50
    Median Annual Wage
    11%
    Growth*
  • Computer Programmer
    24390.13
    Starting Salary
    83737.13
    Median Annual Wage
    -6%
    Growth*
  • Web and Digital Interface Designer
    49692.61
    Starting Salary
    79485.85
    Median Annual Wage
    18%
    Growth*
  • Software Developer
    81809.13
    Starting Salary
    130754.60
    Median Annual Wage
    21%
    Growth*
  • Software Quality Assurance Analyst or Tester
    63809.14
    Starting Salary
    106627.40
    Median Annual Wage
    15%
    Growth*
  • Computer Systems Engineer/Architect
    47896.85
    Starting Salary
    112257.90
    Median Annual Wage
    12%
    Growth*
  • Web Administrator
    47896.85
    Starting Salary
    112257.90
    Median Annual Wage
    12%
    Growth*
  • Web Developer
    45749.53
    Starting Salary
    84133.87
    Median Annual Wage
    14%
    Growth*
  • Computer and Information Systems Manager
    102503.50
    Starting Salary
    169595.00
    Median Annual Wage
    17%
    Growth*
Wake County USA *Estimated job growth over 10 years.
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