Programming and Systems Analysis
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Programming and Systems Analysis program provides an in-depth exploration of different computer language and technical skills. The AAS includes, but is not limited to the following: operating systems, local area networks, business communication, team roles, and dynamics. Certificate of Completions (CCLs) in Programming and Systems Analysis Level I and Level II and iOS App Development are also available.
Details
Field of Interest
Computer and Information Technology
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Plan
Programming and Systems Analysis (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
3844
Total credits required
62-71
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Consultation with an Academic Advisor is recommended for course selection.
Courses within any of the following prefixes must be taken within five (5) years prior to completion of the program to be applied toward this award: AIM, BPC, CIS, CLD, CNT, CSC, ITS, and MST.
What You'll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Analyze business requirements using critical thinking skills.
- Use computer systems and networks in a responsible and ethical manner.
- Design, develop and implement database solutions to effectively manage data.
- Develop and implement well-structured computer programs that solve business problems.
- Utilize the software development lifecycle for application development.
- Test and debug computer programs.
- Leverage the functions and architecture of an operating system to achieve business objectives.
- Communicate professionally in formal and informal situations to diverse audiences.
- Write effective documentation according to industry standards.
- Collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Apply an understanding of characteristics and principles of business processes to software application development.
- Design web-based applications using client-side and server-side scripting.
- Develop a project scope while considering factors such as customer requirements, project costs, return on investment, and internal/external business objectives.
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based annual median wages* for this program. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information.
Computer Systems Analysts
$105,510 Show expanded career information for Computer Systems Analysts
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in your to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
- Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Critical course | CS | 3 | |||
| or | or | Critical course Gateway course Recommend for iOS Application Development | 3 | ||
| or | or | FYC or FYC | 3 | ||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| or | or | 1–3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| or or | or or | 3 | |||
| Programming Language I | Programming language Level I | Critical course See list below. Recommend for iOS Application Development | 3 | ||
| or or | or or | MA or MA or MA | 3–5 | ||
| L | 0–3 | ||||
| or | or | FYC or FYC | 3 | ||
| or or | or or | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| or or | or or | SB or SB or G, SB | 3 | ||
| 3 | |||||
| HU | 3 | ||||
| RE | Restricted Elective | 3 | |||
| Programming Language | Programming language level II | 3 |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| or or or | or or or | SB or SB or L or SB | 3 | ||
| or or | or or | 3–4 | |||
| or or | or or | 3 | |||
| RE | Restricted Elective | 3 | |||
| 4 |
Restricted Electives
Students may not use courses from the Required Courses Area.
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| CS | 3 | ||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Critical course | CS | 3 | |||
| 3 | |||||
| or | or | 1–3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| or | or | Critical course Gateway course Recommend for iOS Application Development | 3 | ||
| or | or | FYC or FYC | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | |||||
| or or | or or | MA or MA or MA | 3–5 |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Programming Language I | Programming language Level I | Critical course See list below. Recommend for iOS Application Development | 3 | ||
| or | or | FYC or FYC | 3 |
Term 5
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| or or | or or | 3 | |||
| L | 0–3 | ||||
| or or | or or | 3 |
Term 6
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE | Restricted Elective | 3 | |||
| Programming Language | Programming language level II | 3 |
Term 7
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | |||||
| 4 |
Term 8
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| or or | or or | SB or SB or G, SB | 3 | ||
| or or | or or | 3 |
Term 9
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| or or | or or | 3–4 | |||
| RE | Restricted Elective | 3 |
Term 10
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HU | 3 | ||||
| or or or | or or or | SB or SB or L or SB | 3 |
Restricted Electives
Students may not use courses from the Required Courses Area.
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| CS | 3 | ||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 3 |
Programming Language
Select a programming language from below that best aligns with academic and professional goals (2 courses for a total of 6 credits) in one of the following areas:
Visual Basic Programming I AND
Visual Basic Programming II OR
Any C Programming: Level I course AND
Any C Programming: Level II course OR
Java Programming: Level I AND
Java Programming: Level II OR
Any Mobile Application Development course AND
Advanced iOS Application Development
Course Area Key
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- FYC = First Year Composition
- G = Global Awareness
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s for additional details regarding the requirements of this award .
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.