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The non-degree programming courses are for individuals with little to no programming experience who are interested in learning various computer languages for new employment opportunities or to upskill for employment readiness.
Students will learn to write and test code, gain a fundamental knowledge of Agile methodology and be prepared for the Microsoft MTA 98-381: Introduction to Programming Using Python exam.
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This program bundles a series of three courses, including SQL databases, Introduction to Python, and Software Development Using Python. Course instruction will include both technical and employability skills training to prepare participants for workforce readiness or industry certification to meet the very high demand for these types of occupations in the local labor market. Participants will explore career options, use employability skills, which will include knowing how to provide good customer service to meet employer needs, identifying effective communication strategies, and using collaborative teamwork. In the SQL Database course, students will write database applications, perform administrative tasks, and generate reports. Introduction to Python, Unit 1 through Unit 3 are designed for students with no programming skills. Learners will practice coding in an online environment and develop their knowledge and skills using data structures such as strings, lists, and range sequences, as well as methods for working with these structures. In Unit 3, course participants will build on prior skills by developing sustainable code. Software Development Using Python allows students to build upon prior skills to help automate tasks by creating games and desktop applications. Students should also be prepared to take and pass the relevant certification exams.
Section | Start Date | End Date | Location | Instructor | Price | Open Seats | |
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299811 | MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform | 383.00 | 19 | Register |
This program bundles five topics: GitHub, a culture of agility, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. By the end of the course, students should know how to use GitHub for version control and collaboration, contribute to an organization's culture of success using Agile, and identify programming features and capabilities to write, debug, and maintain well-structured HTML and CSS code. Students will build on these skills by using JavaScript code for supported data types and write simple code. Additionally, students should be prepared to pass each Certiport IT Specialist exam for HTML and CSS and JavaScript.
Section | Start Date | End Date | Location | Instructor | Price | Open Seats | |
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299812 | MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform | 383.00 | 20 | Register |