The purpose of this certificate is to provide learning opportunities which develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of Java programming theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.  All prerequisite courses for this program must be met through exemption testing, transfer credit or course completion. Technical courses apply to the degree or diploma program in Computer Programming. View the Java Programmer Certificate Program Fact Sheet for additional information. Students applying for this program must be accepted into the Computer Programming degree or diploma program unless they have completed the required prerequisite courses for this certificate.