Fulton-Montgomery Community College

Microcredential in

Foundations of Computer Science

This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.

Fulton-Montgomery Community College

Johnstown, NY 12095

Face to Face

Delivery

2 Semesters

Estimated time to complete

45 Hours

Instruction hours

$2,200.00

Estimated cost*

What you'll learn

Launch your journey into the world of computer programming and software development with this dynamic Computer Science Software Development microcredential. Designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to get started in this field, this microcredential covers a wide range of topics, including: programming languages, data structures, quality assurance, debugging and exception handling. You will gain both skill and experience using C++, Java, Python, and more. This is a terrific microcredential for existing professionals looking to refresh their skills or advance in their careers, readying you to apply for programming and development roles. Successful completion of this microcredential can also provide a pathway for those seeking to enter the field, preparing you for continued study, internships and to immediately apply for jobs as a quality assurance tester, software or application support specialist, junior game developer, or data processing analyst.

A face to face microcredential from Fulton-Montgomery Community College (45 instruction hours). Registration is completed with Fulton-Montgomery Community College. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Upcoming sections

Section 1:

Open

Section 2:

Open

What you can earn

Foundations of Computer Science Microcredential (Digital Badge)

Skills covered

Software Development

Software Quality (SQA/SQC)

Computer Programming

Computer Science

Algorithm Analysis

C++

Java

Python

Data Hiding

Data Structures

Debugging

Encapsulation (Networking)

Exception Handling

File I/O

Lambda Calculus

Language Translation

Linked Lists

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

Career outlook

Related occupations: IT Support Specialist, Help Desk Technician, Junior Developer

Entry-level IT roles often require a certification rather than a degree.

Funding opportunities

You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.

SUNY Reskilling Fund (Grant)

Covers tuition for short-term training that leads to in-demand jobs.

Who qualifies: Unemployed or underemployed New York residents.

* Estimated cost

Each campus will confirm final costs.