Information Technology - Applications Developer
Program Number: 10-152-5
School Year: 2010-2011
Associate Degree
Campus: Online
FLEx Degree
Program Description
The Information Technology - Applications Developer program trains students in computer programming languages, client/ server applications, database theory and application, systems analysis and design, Internet applications, operating systems and software applications.
Individuals in this career need to be detail-oriented and have the ability to communicate effectively.
Statewide Salary Range for Recent Graduates

$24,958 $37,437
Approximate Costs
- $106 per credit (resident)
- $159 per credit (out-of-state resident)
- *Online students are not charged out-of-state fees.
Career Opportunities
- Systems Analyst
- Applications Support Specialist
- Applications Developer
- Database Developer
Program Outcomes
- Develop a business system using the Systems Development Life Cycle approach.
- Develop a relational database.
- Develop a business application.
- Develop a mobile application using Web-based technology.
- Develop a Web-based application that integrates asp.net and a relational database.
Entrance Scores
| Assessment Area | ACT | Accuplacer |
|---|---|---|
| Math/Arithmetic | 16 | 64 |
| Reading/Reading Comprehension | 16 | 67 |
| English/Sentence Skills | 16 | 76 |
Admission Process
- Submit the college admission application.
- Submit the $30 one-time fee.
- Submit high school and other official college transcripts.
- Take the college assessment test (Accuplacer, ACT or other). The Accuplacer assessment can be taken at MPTC.
- Meet with Admissions to discuss order of courses and prerequisites (strongly encouraged).
- Check with Admissions if any additional steps are required.
Courses
| Number | Title | Crds |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | ||
| 152-103 | Introduction to Web Site Design | 1 |
| 103-181 | Microsoft Access | 2 |
| 103-188 | Advanced Microsoft Access | 2 |
| 152-127 | Visual Studio Developer | 3 |
| 801-195 | Written Communication | 3 |
| 804-107 | College Mathematics | 3 |
| Total | 14 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| 152-126 | Introduction to Systems Analysis | 3 |
| 152-128 | Visual Basic, Database Connectivity | 3 |
| 106-138 | Computer Essentials | 2 |
| 152-139 | C# Development | 3 |
| 801-197 | Technical Reporting | 3 |
| 809-166 | Introduction to Ethics: Theory and Application | 3 |
| Total | 17 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| 152-129 | Visual Basic, Business Applications | 3 |
| 152-135 | Microsoft Access Development | 3 |
| 152-137 | Java Programming | 2 |
| 152-147 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| 801-196 | Oral and Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| 809-198 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Total | 17 | |
| Term 4 | ||
| 152-118 | Database-Driven Web Sites | 3 |
| 105-120 | Business Organization | 3 |
| 152-134 | Visual Basic, SQL Applications | 3 |
| 152-138 | Advanced Java Programming | 2 |
| 152-148 | Systems Analysis and Implementation | 3 |
| 809-195 | Economics | 3 |
| Total | 17 | |
Exit Assessment
A Capstone Project is the exit assessment graduation requirement for this program.
Institutional Requirements
- 890-125 Student Success
- 103-159 Computer Literacy/Advanced Standing
- 890-130 Career Development
Academic Planner
- Information Technology - Applications Developer, 2010-2011
- Information Technology - Applications Developer, 2009-2010
Transfer Opportunities
Check out the Credit Transfers page for more information.

