Computer Application Development
The Computer Application Development program at State Tech equips students with the skills to design, build, and manage the technology that drives modern business and innovation. Through hands-on, project-based learning, students master the principles of programming, web and application development, database systems, and system analysis and design.
Students learn a wide range of in-demand programming languages including C#, Java, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, COBOL, and PHP, giving them the versatility to succeed across industries and platforms. Unlike traditional lecture-based programs, students at State Tech spend their time creating, coding, testing, and troubleshooting real-world projects, gaining the kind of experience employers value most.
With technology integrated into every sector of today’s economy, career opportunities are vast. Graduates are prepared for roles such as application developer, systems analyst, web designer, database analyst, and software technician.
At State Tech, you don’t just study code, you bring it to life.
Program Facts
61 K
AVERAGE MEAN SALARY
100 %
JOB PLACEMENT RATE
SINCE 1995
ATMAE
ACCREDITATION
Why Study Computer Application Development at State Tech
Job Demand
The demand for skilled professionals in computer application development continues to grow rapidly as nearly every industry depends on custom software, web platforms, and mobile applications. State Tech graduates are prepared with the hands-on coding, database, and problem-solving skills employers are looking for. With businesses competing to innovate and automate, opportunities for application developers are strong, diverse, and well-paying.
Hands-on Education
Graduates of this program are taught the technical competencies required to be productive in an entry-level programming or web developer position using multiple programming languages. The program is accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE). Students get a solid foundation in programming, web development, website design, application development, database systems, and system analysis and design and are exposed to many business-related languages, networking concepts, and troubleshooting.
Graduate Job-Ready
The program provides a highly specialized, advanced technical education that includes C++, Java, COBOL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. You’ll have opportunities for paid internships during the summer semester, and will receive valuable hands-on training with networking issues, software applications, and hardware systems. All to make sure you are technically skilled and career-ready at graduation.
what you'll learn
- The program provides a solid foundation in programming, web development, website design, application development, system analysis and more.
- The program teaches a variety of languages including, C#, JAVA, HTML, CSS, Java Script, SQL, COBOL and PHP.
- Students gain extensive hands-on experience through project-based learning.
Program Details
Highlights
- This hands-on program equips students with the skills needed to plan, design, optimize, secure, and troubleshoot computer software applications.
- Provides a highly specialized, advanced technical education for a challenging career as a computer application developer.
Interesting Courses
The program provides a highly specialized, advanced technical education that includes C++, Java, COBOL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Concentrations
Students also develop their skills in internship experiences. Classes are small and held in well-equipped computer labs supervised by qualified instructors. Individualized attention, focus on theory, and hands-on experience characterize the Computer Application Development Department at State Technical College of Missouri.
Career Possibilities
- Application Developer
- Computer Programmer
- Database Administrator
- Project Manager
Truly hands-on education
We believe time-on-task has to be part of your education. That means time spent learning from experienced instructors in real-world environments and real-world situations. That’s why the State Tech campus is home to more than 50 labs, an automotive bay, aviation hangar, and 40+ acres of land dedicated to our heavy equipment operations program.
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