Computer Programming I Certificate

Build essential coding, problem-solving, and software development skills in EOU's Computer Programming Certificate I.

Credential Type Certificate
Delivery Method In Person | Online

Build Essential Coding Skills and Launch Your Technical Career

Software development and programming skills are in high demand across nearly every industry. Eastern Oregon University’s Computer Programming I Certificate provides fundamental knowledge and technical training in computer programming. Designed as an accessible 12-credit program, this certificate offers the foundational preparation required for entry-level programming positions and serves as the gateway to advanced computer science credentials.

Program Highlights

  • Total Credits: 12 graded credit hours
  • Career Pathway: Provides preparation for entry-level programming positions
  • Core Focus: Computer science foundations, program design, and essential data structures
  • Sequential Pathway: Required prerequisite program prior to enrolling in the Computer Programming II Certificate

What You Will Learn

  • Computer Science Foundations: Learn core programming concepts, problem-solving algorithms, and code construction in introductory computer science (CS 161).
  • Intermediate Software Development: Advance your coding fluency by building more complex programs, refining algorithmic logic, and mastering object-oriented principles (CS 162).
  • Data Structures & Efficiency: Study foundational data structures to organize, store, and manipulate data efficiently within software applications (CS 260).