IT-Software Development with Applied AI | Western Technical College

IT-Software Development with Applied AI

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Associate Degree

Program Number: 

101527

Credits: 

62.00
Financial Aid Eligible

Typical Start: 

Fall

Western's IT-Software Development with Applied AI program prepares you to build software solutions with a focus on real-world business applications. You'll learn programming, database design, and application development using languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, and C#.

You'll also learn how to test, deploy, maintain, and monitor software applications (known as 'DevOps'), including version control and collaboration tools used in software development. The program covers cloud computing fundamentals and has a heavy emphasis on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in a responsible way to maximize learning and productivity. Real-world projects help you build teamwork and problem-solving skills.

When you finish, you'll be ready for entry-level jobs like software engineer, web developer, or software tester. You can also continue your education through transfer agreements with schools like Viterbo University and UW-Stout.

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Estimated Program Costs

Estimated Program Cost

IT-Software Development with Applied AI

This program will cost about $10,405* based on tuition and basic program fees. There may be additional fees for books, materials, and testing. For more information on tuition costs, view the Tuition page or Cost of Attendance document.

* Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Graduation Employment Stats

Graduation Employment Stats

Western conducts a follow-up survey of all grads six months after graduation to find out if they are employed in a job related to their program, how much they are making, and where they are employed.

Survey information is not currently available for this program. Please contact an Admissions Coach or call 606-785-9200 for more information.

Career Opportunities

Application Developer
Application Tester
Computer Programmer/Analyst
Database Administrator
Information Systems Analyst

Program Outcomes

  • Design web and software applications
  • Apply data persistence technologies
  • Develop software applications
  • Develop web applications
  • Develop documentation
  • Use infrastructures
  • Analyze new technologies

Admission Requirements

College Admissions Requirements

Application
$30 Application Fee

Additional Requirements

Western must comply with a Waiting List Policy when academic programs meet capacity. This policy adheres to Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter TCS10.07.

Software and Technology

This program requires specific software and technology to complete classwork. Click here to see the list of items you will need for your courses.

If you do not have access to the items listed for your program, or if the items you have do not meet the requirements, resources may be available. Submit a Student Resource Request using our online form.

Internet access is required to access student accounts from off campus. The Learning Commons can provide information on free, off-campus Wi-Fi spots. Contact them at LearningCommons@westerntc.edu or call 608-785-9198.

For additional specifications, please review Technology and Software Recommendations for Most Classes on Western’s IT Knowledgebase.

Transfer Agreements

University of Wisconsin-Stout
University of Wisconsin-Stout

Career Pathways

This program is part of a career pathway, a laddered approach to career education. It allows you to earn employer-recognized credentials that lead to job and career advancement.

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Career Pathways

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