Full-Stack Future
Architect complex systems and solve business problems.
Your future in tech starts today at Owens. You’ll learn to write code to develop enterprise software and optimize applications. You’ll test systems, work directly with clients on technical challenges and lead project management initiatives.
Most importantly, you’ll graduate with a marketable associate degree and real-world expertise in the modern programming languages and business applications that power today’s digital economy.
Professional qualities that set you apart as a developer:
- Precise: Write clean code and troubleshoot systematically using multiple programming languages and tools
- Collaborative: Excel in team environments and communicate technical concepts clearly to any audience
- Agile: Adapt to new technologies, overcome challenges persistently and maintain ethical professional standards
At Owens, you have a team of dedicated, experienced professionals guiding you. In turn, your faculty will be supported by an Advisory Committee of local professionals.
Our instructors are experts who take pride in your success. Combined with our small class sizes, you’ll get one-on-one mentorship and precise technical feedback tailored to your goals.
Award Type
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Department
Department of Computer and Information Systems
Required Credit Hours
60-63
Proven Success
$41K
Potential annual salary 2 years after graduation
26
Associate degrees awarded in Computer Programming in 2022–23
14:1
Student-instructor ratio for personalized mentorship and support
From Code to Career in Two Years
Our program begins with IT fundamentals, computer applications, communication and statistics. Next, you’ll advance to hands-on training in multiple programming languages, web design and database management.
The comprehensive curriculum covers Java, C#, Python, XML, HTML/CSS, JavaScript/jQuery and Visual Basic. You’ll dig into mobile app development, networking and GIS applications. General education courses in writing, science and multicultural diversity ensure a well-rounded education.
Finish with a capstone in IT project management or cooperative work experience. Set yourself apart with the Computer Programming – Developer I Certificate, Computer Programming – Developer II and Web Developer Front-End Certificate—perks of this program.
Career Outcomes
Graduate prepared for immediate employment or four-year transfer. Begin in roles like web or software developer, computer programmer or quality analyst, with clear pathways to advanced positions.
You’ll also graduate with industry-recognized CompTIA certifications:
- Tech+ (FC0-U71) and IC3: IT Fundamentals
- Network+ (N10-009): Networking Technologies
- Project+: IT Project Management
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In Their Words
“Having the equipment to build, test and learn on made Owens a great place to learn. I also credit the smaller class sizes with the opportunity to take a more in-depth dive to develop my skills through ‘testing and tinkering.’”
Dillion Gibbs, Electrical Engineering and Computer Technologies, STEM, ’22
Getting Started at Owens
Begin your high-quality education at an affordable price today!
Enrollment is easy—just fill out an online admissions application to get started. We’ll ask you to submit your transcripts for course placement and college credit.
Upon acceptance, schedule a meeting with your admissions advisor to register for classes. Next, attend an on-campus orientation and meet with your student financial services advisor to discuss ways to pay for college.
Accreditation
This program is accredited by the Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).