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Information Technology

Java Development
& Programming

No New Students are being enrolled at this time.

Enter a career in the information technology field!

**This program is a “teach out” program for currently enrolled students; no new students are being enrolled at this time.**

Program Description

In today’s world, technology drives business, and people who build technology are leading the race to the future. The Java Development & Programming program is the stepping stone to your future. Java is a global standard for mobile apps, games, web content, and business software. Java programmers work in many industries creating, implementing, testing, and maintaining software applications. Learning how to program not only lets you master technology, but it also enhances your critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content needed to prepare for a bright future in the Information Technology sector, armed with higher-order reasoning, technical, and occupation-specific skills.

Students must have access to a computer with an Intel Pentium Core i3 processor or higher, 8GB of memory, and 500GB of hard drive free space. The coursework and applications used for training are compatible with Windows 7 or higher and/or Mac OS X 10.6 or higher.

Course NumberTitleLength
OTA0040Information Technology Assistant150 hours
CTS0041Computer Programmer Assistant300 hours
CTS0044Computer Programmer150 hours
CTS0031Java Developer600 hours

Program Costs

ItemCost
FL Resident Tuition$3,360
Out of State Tuition$13,440
Fees$255
Books and Supplies-
Industry Certification$526
FL Resident Total$4,141
Out of State Total$14,221

*Prices are subject to change without notice.

Financial assistance is available to those who qualify. Please visit studentaid.gov to apply.

Certification

  • Information Technology Specialist (ITS)- Software Development
  • Certified Internet Web (CIW) JavaScript Specialist
  • CompTIA Project+

Employment Opportunities

  • Entry Level Programmer
  • Business Analyst
  • Quality Assurance Analyst

College Credit

Graduates may be awarded credits towards an Associate of Science Degree or Associate of Applied Science Degree at select Florida state colleges. Please click here for additional details.

Admissions Requirements

  • Schedule a basic skills assessment ($15) or provide official documentation of a basic skills exemption to your program counselor/advisor.
  • Schedule an appointment with your program counselor/advisor for basic skills assessment results and/or a program specific orientation.
  • Register for classes during open enrollment. Program registration runs on a first come, first served basis.

Accreditation:

For information about national and program accreditation, please contact the institution.

Program Info

Program Length:

1200 hours ǀ 12 months

Program Offered:

August, January and June
**This program is a “teach out” program for currently enrolled students; no new students are being enrolled at this time.**

Delivery Method:

Distance*
*Students enrolled in distance and/or hybrid programs must have daily access to a computer with internet and a valid email address that they check daily. Additionally, students must have all necessary hardware and software components required by their program.

Days & Times:

Online

  • Monday – Friday
    30 hours / week

Java Development & Programming program

For information on this program, contact the Admissions Counselor at: [email protected] or 754.321.5753.

For additional information, please contact the Office of Admissions at (754) 321-5700.