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C ++ Programming, Certificate of Specialization

Banner Code: 1_CE_CSCP

Not Financial Aid Eligible


Completion of this certificate, issued through the Business and Computing Division, will enable students to apply for entry-level positions in C++ programming. A grade of “C” or better is required in all courses. All courses must be completed at Orange Coast College.

Program Outcome

Program completers will be able to write programs in C++ using classes, flow-of-control and fundamental data structure.

Review Graduation Requirements.

Course Title Units
Required Courses
All courses must be completed at Orange Coast College.
CS A150C++ Programming Language 14
CS A250C++ Programming Language 24
CS A200Data Structures4
Total Units12

Program Sequence

These sequences at Orange Coast College are curriculum maps for students to finish all requirements for the certificate. There may be advisories, prerequisites, or time requirements that students need to consider before following these maps. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor for alternate sequencing.

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
Semester 1Units
C++ Prerequisites- CHOOSE ONE 1. 4
 Units4
Semester 2
CS A150 C++ Programming Language 1 4
 Units4
Summer
CS A250 C++ Programming Language 2 4
 Units4
Year 2
Semester 2
CS A200 Data Structures 4
 Units4
 Total Units16
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C++ Prerequisite Choices- Choose One:

CS A170: Java Programming 1 (4 units)

CS A131: Python Programming 1 (4 units)

CS A140: Introduction to C#.NET Programming