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The Software Development program equips students with the skills to design, build and maintain modern desktop, web and cloud-based applications. With a focus on hands-on learning, students gain practical experience in computer programming, web development and software development that prepares them to thrive in a fast-changing tech landscape.

Through real-world projects and problem-solving exercises, students learn to develop solutions for business and industry challenges using a variety of programming languages and tools. Core technologies covered include Python, JavaScript, SQL, unit testing and foundational AI technologies, such as machine learning principles and data processing techniques.

Graduates will be ready to meet the software development needs of organizations across diverse sectors, including health care, manufacturing, finance, insurance and technology services.

Career opportunities include the following:

  • Software developer
  • Web developer
  • Programmer
  • Programmer/analyst
  • Systems analyst
  • Software architect
  • Database developer
  • Software tester
  • Quality assurance specialist
  • Technical support specialist
  • Software trainer
  • Technical writer
  • Computer specialist

Career Outlook


  • Computer Programmers
    24556.53
    Starting Salary
    84090.1
    Median Annual Wage
    -2%
    Growth*
  • Computer Systems Engineers / Architects
    47916.19
    Starting Salary
    112371.13
    Median Annual Wage
    8%
    Growth*
  • Computer Scientists
    125012.24
    Starting Salary
    125016.4
    Median Annual Wage
    17%
    Growth*
  • Software Developers / Engineers
    81818.67
    Starting Salary
    130930.53
    Median Annual Wage
    15%
    Growth*
  • Software QA Engineers / Testers
    63824.36
    Starting Salary
    106648.44
    Median Annual Wage
    11%
    Growth*
  • Software Development / Engineering Managers
    81818.67
    Starting Salary
    130930.53
    Median Annual Wage
    15%
    Growth*
  • Web Developers
    46508.36
    Starting Salary
    85787.87
    Median Annual Wage
    10%
    Growth*
  • Webmasters / Administrators
    47916.19
    Starting Salary
    112371.13
    Median Annual Wage
    8%
    Growth*
Wake County USA
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