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Minnesota State College Southeast's 100% online AAS Web Development degree prepares students with software & development skills highly sought after in today's software development job market. Take the first steps in your software developer career path by earning an Online Software Development Degree from Southeast's nationally recognized online program. The skills gained from Minnesota State College Southeast online computer programming classes will train you in valuable software developer skills.

Career Area: Information Technologies
Program: Software Development & Support
Campus(es): Online


Major Details

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Cost

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 Major Details

At Minnesota State College Southeast, Software and Web Development students learn computer programming, web development, and support using a hands-on approach. These web development courses use broad concepts leading to detailed approaches to help you become an expert.

An online AAS Software Development Degree in Minnesota will increase your value in a software developer career path.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Software and Web Development from Southeast is a two-year degree that includes 16 college credits of general education and 44 credits of technical education. In the final semester, students work together on a capstone project to design, develop, and implement a business application from determining business requirements, estimating time lines and costs, and implantation using various technologies.

Learn from anywhere. All web development courses from Minnesota State College Southeast are available online and include a rich online application environment, instructor developed recordings, and computer programming demonstrations. Our online software development degree makes learning convenient and flexible to accommodate your busy lifestyle, but rigorous enough to ensure you develop the skills employers demand.

High quality instruction. The lessons and exercises from the Minnesota State College Southeast online computer programming degree are designed to move students through the process of becoming software and web developers. You will learn a huge variety of skills ranging from broad concepts (analysis and design, software engineering, and teamwork) down to the details of coding for different environments (web servers, web clients, and IoT). Our students also use hands-on learning and cutting-edge tools to create a production-level system of their own design.

In the Software and Web Development A.A.S. degree, students design, code, and deploy applications using a wide variety of languages, tools, and computer environments, including:

  1. C#, Java, C, JavaScript, Angular

  2. HTML, CSS

  3. UML, SQL

  4. Programming/design tools: Visual Studio, IntelliJ, Android Studio

  5. Iterative design and coding methods

  6. Create business applications for the Web, Windows, and Android

Software and Web Development majors also learn to create web content, and install, deploy, and support many technologies. These include:

  1. Web content authoring (Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Animate)

  2. GitHub

  3. Cloud services, such as Azure web applications and databases

  4. Windows desktop and server operating systems

  5. Database and Web server management

  6. PC hardware

Take the next step to achieve an online AAS Software Development degree from Minnesota State College Southeast and put a new software developer career in motion

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Cluster/Pathway

Career Field: Arts, Communications & Information Systems
Cluster: Information Technology Programing & Software Development Information Support Services
Pathway: Web & Digital Communications

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 Courses

1) Must complete a minimum of 3 different MnTC goals in Liberal Arts and Sciences.

2) 1100 or higher Liberal Arts and Sciences courses required unless specified.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Choose one course from any MnTC Goal 1 - 10
3 cr
Choose one Goal 1 course
3 cr
Choose one Goal 4 course
3 cr
Choose one Goal 5 course
3 cr
ARTS1222
This introductory course provides an overview of various industry-standard software applications used in graphic design. Students will apply visual communication strategies and creative and effective design elements and layouts. The course will focus on fundamental design concepts and historical design styles relating to text and image interaction. Students will develop various types of graphic designs to include typography, color, illustration, symbols, and photography. Prior knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop is recommended, but not required, for this course. Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop (Creative Suite 6 or Creative Cloud Complete) are required applications for those taking this course online. (Meets MnTC Goal 2 and Goal 6) (Prerequisites: none) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)
3 cr
COMM1015
Students will gain independence and proficiency in job searching skills through activities and assignments designed to help them learn how to find jobs, how to prepare to apply for jobs, and how to present themselves as candidates for jobs. Skills covered will include how to search electronically for a job; how to develop written documents needed for a successful self-directed job search, including how to create an electronic portfolio; and how to secure, conduct, and follow up on job interviews. (Prerequisite: none) (1 credit: 1 lecture/0 lab)
1 cr
 
16 crs
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
COMC1714
In this course, students will use visual database application tools to learn database design concepts (entities, attributes, relationships, and primary/foreign key definitions), design and create databases and tables, create filter and sort queries, use summary functions, establish referential integrity and constraints, and create multiple table queries, forms, reports, and interactive reports. (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
COMC1730
This course introduces programming concepts using Microsoft's .Net framework. Course includes: form layout, event-driven Windows and WebForms programming concepts, variables and data types, variable and control initialization, operators, objects and properties, control structures (if-else, for & while loops), arrays, functions, properties, parameter passing, source control, and unit testing. No previous programming experience is required. (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
COMC1741
This course introduces web site design, authoring, management concepts. Students will create web pages which include many common HTML formatting and navigation elements: lists, tables, links, graphics, and CSS styles. (3 Credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)
3 cr
COMC1745
In this course, students will research, plan, design, implement, and evaluate web sites using a variety of technologies. Iterative design, responsive/mobile design, web server setup and administration, content management systems, cloud services, source control, continuous delivery, and social media integration will be covered. (Prerequisite: COMC1741) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
COMC1746
This course introduces bitmap graphics, vector graphics, and web animation concepts and tools. Students will edit bitmap images, create vector graphic images, create web animations, and integrate graphics into web pages. (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
COMC1754
This course introduces network server configuration and management concepts using Microsoft Windows Server. Course includes Windows Server Enterprise and Server Core installation procedures, user and service accounts, Active Directory, file and folder permissions, Group Policy, TCP/IP routing and subnetting, DHCP configuration, web and FTP server configuration, remote access and VPN configuration, command-line tools, and Docker containers. (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
COMC2722
Structured Query Language (SQL) is the standard language for defining, maintaining, and querying relational databases on all platforms from mainframes to microcomputers. This course covers relational database design and implementation using SQL. Topics include: select and sort queries, multiple table queries, subqueries, outer joins, aggregate functions, table updates, database design, entity-relationship (E-R) modeling, normalization, and database implementation, modifications & administration. (Prerequisite: none) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
COMC2733
This course introduces web client programming skills using JavaScript and Single Page Applications (SPA) using Angular and TypeScript. Topics include variables, objects, functions, events, data types, operators, control structures (if-else, while, for), arrays, images, forms, data validation, the Document Object Model (DOM), Angular/TypeScript components and services, and HttpClient. (Prerequisite: COMC2740) (3 Credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
COMC2740
This is the first in a series of courses on programming in Java, C, C++, and C# languages. Topics include: Java/C/C++/C# program structure, data types, control structures, functions, parameters, scope, unit testing, class definitions, methods, fields (instance variables), loops, input-output, arrays, iteration, pointers, and IoT devices. (Prerequisite: COMC1730 or instructor permission) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
COMC2742
This course covers object oriented programming concepts using the Java, C#, and C++ languages. Topics include: class declarations, class methods and attributes, creating and using objects, constructors and destructors, function overloading, passing object references as function arguments, class inheritance, memory allocation, object associations/aggregate objects, exception handling, exception classes, unit testing, MVC architecture, FXML GUIs, XML and/or JSON deserialization, IoT microcontrollers, UML, and source control. (Prerequisite: COMC2740 or instructor permission) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
COMC2747
This course introduces database application programming techniques for web-based clients. Topics include: application architecture, C# language, ADO framework (connections, commands, data readers, data adapters, data sets, etc.), .Net Core MVC, domain models, code-first database implementation, controllers, routing, action methods/parameters, views, user interface design & implementation, multiuser concepts, lamda expressions, Entity Data Model, retrieving/updating data using LINQ to Entities, source control. (Prerequisite: COMC2722) (Corequisite: COMC2742) (4 credits: 3 lecture/1 lab)
4 cr
COMC2749
This course covers the design and implementation of server-based web applications using Microsoft MVC & EF frameworks and single-page applications (SPA) using Angular, TypeScript, and JavaScript. MVC topics include views, partial views, view components, routing, model binding, tag helpers, and web services/APIs. SPA application topics include components, data binding, directives, services, dependency injection, routing, observables, subjects, forms, pipes, http requests, and REST API. (Prerequisite: COMC2747) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
COMC2750
This course covers fundamental software engineering concepts of object modeling, the process (using the Unified Process) and notation (using UML) of object oriented analysis and design, the use of design tools, strategies and patterns for applying object oriented methodologies to realistic applications, and design implementation. (Corequisite: COMC2740) (2 Credits: 1 lecture/1 lab)
2 cr
COMC2754
Students will work in groups to design, develop, and implement business applications. Students will determine business requirements, design database tables, create UML class diagrams, design user interfaces, estimate time lines and costs, and select development and user tools. Following the project design phase, students will implement the project using various technologies including: databases, queries, programming languages, web pages, servers, and source version control. (Corequisite: COMC 2749) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab)
3 cr
NWAT1601
This course will explore the MS workstation networking client. The students will learn how to plan, install and configure a MS workstation in a single and multi-domain environment. Emphasis will be placed on the managing, monitoring and optimizing of network resources. Basic troubleshooting techniques will be discussed as it relates to the Microsoft networking environment. The use of diagnostic and monitoring software will be emphasized. (Prerequisite: None) (2 credits: 1 lecture/1 lab)
2 cr
 
44 crs

Total Credits Required for this Major: 60

 Cost

Estimated Costs for this Major
Approximate Tuition/Fees: $13,148
Minimum Tool Cost: N/A
Books/Supplies: $450
Estimated Total: $13,598

 Career Opportunities

  • Computer Programmers for Software Development Firms

  • Consulting Firms

  • Education

  • Business & Industry

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 Outcomes

Program graduates will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate written and oral communication skills appropriate for business.

  2. Exhibit college level problem solving abilities applying math applications and general problem solving skills.

  3. Exhibit professional/occupational behavior and work habits.

  4. Demonstrate the ability to design, implement and/or maintain database applications.

 Highlights

  • All Software Development and Support courses are available online

  • All computer programming lectures are available through lecture capture technology

  • Computer programming assessment tests are online

  • Curriculum is constantly evolving to keep up with technology

  • Skilled programmers are needed in every industry

 Instructors

Mark Degallier

Mark Degallier brings more than 30 years of web development experience to Minnesota State College Southeast. He has taught online at community colleges for more than ten years. As an independent contractor for over 15 years, Mark brings real-world experience to his teaching. Mark is a Winona native and holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Northwestern in St. Paul. He volunteers with Big Brothers/Big Sisters and enjoys spending time outdoors and painting in watercolor.

Enrique Mendoza

Enrique Mendoza is a seasoned IT professional with over 20 years of software engineering experience. He has worked for Fortune 100 companies in the areas of performance engineering, software design, and architecture. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and a master’s degree in Information Systems from the University of Phoenix. In his free time, he enjoys reading science fiction novels, coaching soccer, and playing board games.

 

Majors in the Software Development & Support program

Software and Web Development - AAS

IT Support AAS

IT Support DIP

Software & Web Development CERT