IT-Software Development with Applied AI
- Associate Degree
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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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- Design web and software applications
- Apply data persistence technologies
- Develop software applications
- Develop web applications
- Develop documentation
- Use infrastructures
- Analyze new technologies
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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 [1].
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 [2].
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 [3] or call 608-785-9198.
For additional specifications, please review Technology and Software Recommendations for Most Classes [4] on Western’s IT Knowledgebase.
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IT-Software Development with Applied AI
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Previous education and work experience could qualify for Credit for Prior Learning, saving you time and money. Find out more [5] about what may apply to this program.
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Courses
Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks [6] for more information.
This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern [7] self-service portal for academic planning.