Language fluency for innovation
9 - 12 months
5613219
This Program is Perfect For
- Entry-level programmers and career changers building a coding foundation
- Working professionals, non-technical individuals, and hobbyists seeking coding fluency
- Learners needing a flexible, career-aligned certificate that’s development-approved
Courses
Program Requirements
Total 5–7 courses (minimum 14 quarter units)
- 2 required courses (6 quarter units)
- 3–5 electives (minimum 8 quarter units)
- End with certificate of completion review.
1. Required Course(s):
SEQA.X401
$980
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Jan. 9 - Mar. 13, Friday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
SEQA.X401.(30)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 01-09-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 01-16-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 02-06-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 02-20-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 03-13-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
There will be asynchronous materials/instruction available on Canvas per the direction of the instructor.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Required Text: Object Oriented Analysis & Design Cookbook: Introduction to Practical System Modeling, Edwin Mach, ISBN-10: 167094316X, ISBN-13: 9781670943163.
Recommended Text: UML Distilled: A Brief Guide to the Standard Object Modeling Language, 3rd Edition, Martin Fowler, Addison-Wesley, ISBN-10: 0321193687, ISBN-13: 978-0321193681.
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Apr. 1 - Jul. 1, Wednesday, 12:01am - 11:59pm
- Online Self-Paced Work online at your own pace.
SEQA.X401.(821)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 04-01-2026 | 12:01am | 12:02am | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
| Wed, 07-01-2026 | 11:58pm | 11:59pm | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
Online Self-Paced courses have a structured learning environment where students are allowed to complete the work at their own pace. Students may complete the coursework early or use the entire duration of the course. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available at the beginning of the course on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on April 1, but you may still enroll until May 13. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on July 1, 2026.
*All grades will be processed at the end of the course.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Required Text: Object Oriented Analysis & Design Cookbook: Introduction to Practical System Modeling, Edwin Mach, ISBN-10: 167094316X, ISBN-13: 9781670943163.
Recommended Text: UML Distilled: A Brief Guide to the Standard Object Modeling Language, 3rd Edition, Martin Fowler, Addison-Wesley, ISBN-10: 0321193687, ISBN-13: 978-0321193681.
Winter
Spring
2. Core Course(s): (Choose 1)
CMPR.X416
$980
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Jan. 6 - Apr. 7, Tuesday, 12:01am - 11:59pm
- Online Self-Paced Work online at your own pace.
CMPR.X416.(845)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 01-06-2026 | 12:01am | 12:02am | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
| Tue, 04-07-2026 | 11:58pm | 11:59pm | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
Online Self-Paced courses have a structured learning environment where students are allowed to complete the work at their own pace. Students may complete the coursework early or use the entire duration of the course. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available at the beginning of the course on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on January 6, but you may still enroll until February 10. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on April 7, 2026.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Required Text: Murach's Python Programming, 2nd Edition, Joel Murach and Michael Urban, Mike Murach and Associates Inc., 2021, ISBN-13: 9781943872749.
Recommended Text: The Quick Python Book, 3rd Edition, Naomi R. Ceder, Manning Publications, 2018, ISBN-10: 1617294039, ISBN-13: 978-1617294037.
Additional Information
AI*: This course introduces AI midway through the term as a supervised enhancement tool, helping students refine their own handwritten coding assignments and reflect on the insights gained, while also evaluating how different GenAI systems support their work.
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Feb. 14 - Mar. 14, Saturday, 9:00am - 3:30pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X416.(61)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 02-14-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 02-21-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 02-28-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 03-07-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 03-14-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Note: Students are required to have laptops with Python 3.7 or higher installed.
Recommended Texts:
Lutz, Mark. Learning Python, 5th ed. O'Reilly Media, Inc., 2013. ISBN-10: 1449355730 ISBN-13: 9781449355739
David M. Beazley. Python Essential Reference. 4th edition, Addison-Wesley Professional, 2009. ISBN-10: 0672329786 ISBN-13: 9780672329784
Additional Information
AI*: This course encourages students to learn to leverage generative AI tools like ChatGPT to accelerate problem-solving, deepen their understanding of Python concepts, and explore real-world programming use cases.
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Apr. 4 - May. 2, Saturday, 9:00am - 3:30pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X416.(62)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 04-04-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 04-11-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 04-18-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 04-25-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 05-02-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Note: Students are required to have laptops with Python 3.7 or higher installed.
Recommended Texts:
Lutz, Mark. Learning Python, 5th ed. O'Reilly Media, Inc., 2013. ISBN-10: 1449355730 ISBN-13: 9781449355739
David M. Beazley. Python Essential Reference. 4th edition, Addison-Wesley Professional, 2009. ISBN-10: 0672329786 ISBN-13: 9780672329784
Winter
Spring
Currently no classes scheduled. Would you like to be notified when a class is available?
Fall
Currently no classes scheduled. Would you like to be notified when a class is available?
Fall
3. Electives: Programming Languages
CMPR.X412
$625
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Jan. 6 - Apr. 7, Tuesday, 12:01am - 11:59pm
- Online Self-Paced Work online at your own pace.
CMPR.X412.(860)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 01-06-2026 | 12:01am | 12:02am | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
| Tue, 04-07-2026 | 11:58pm | 11:59pm | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
Online Self-Paced courses have a structured learning environment where students are allowed to complete the work at their own pace. Students may complete the coursework early or use the entire duration of the course. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available at the beginning of the course on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on January 6, but you may still enroll until February 10. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on April 7, 2026.
Note: This course includes a module on "Introducing Generative AI Assisted Programming."
This course fulfills the Java prerequisite for the Carnegie Mellon University: Master of Information Systems Management (MISM) program
Based on the requirements for special programs, such as CMU, students may complete this course early and receive a letter grade before the official end date. Click here for details.
Students are required to have a computer with the latest Java SE Development Kit (JDK) and Exclipse IDE for Java Developers or equivalent IDE, e.g. NetBeans, IntelliJ, etc.
Required Text:
Murach's Java Programming (6th Edition) by Joel Murach, Published January 2022, ISBN 978-1-943872-87-9
Electronic Course Materials: You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Mar. 3 - Jun. 2, Tuesday, 12:01am - 11:59pm
- Online Self-Paced Work online at your own pace.
CMPR.X412.(861)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 03-03-2026 | 12:01am | 12:02am | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
| Tue, 06-02-2026 | 11:58pm | 11:59pm | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
Online Self-Paced courses have a structured learning environment where students are allowed to complete the work at their own pace. Students may complete the coursework early or use the entire duration of the course. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available at the beginning of the course on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on March 3, but you may still enroll until March 31. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on June 2, 2026.
Note: This course includes a module on "Introducing Generative AI Assisted Programming."
This course fulfills the Java prerequisite for the Carnegie Mellon University: Master of Information Systems Management (MISM) program
Based on the requirements for special programs, such as CMU, students may complete this course early and receive a letter grade before the official end date. Click here for details.
Students are required to have a computer with the latest Java SE Development Kit (JDK) and Exclipse IDE for Java Developers or equivalent IDE, e.g. NetBeans, IntelliJ, etc.
Required Text:
Murach's Java Programming (6th Edition) by Joel Murach, Published January 2022, ISBN 978-1-943872-87-9
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Apr. 1 - Jul. 1, Wednesday, 12:01am - 11:59pm
- Online Self-Paced Work online at your own pace.
CMPR.X412.(862)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 04-01-2026 | 12:01am | 12:02am | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
| Wed, 07-01-2026 | 11:58pm | 11:59pm | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
Online Self-Paced courses have a structured learning environment where students are allowed to complete the work at their own pace. Students may complete the coursework early or use the entire duration of the course. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available at the beginning of the course on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on April 1, but you may still enroll until May 13. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on July 1, 2026.
Note: This course includes a module on "Introducing Generative AI Assisted Programming."
This course fulfills the Java prerequisite for the Carnegie Mellon University: Master of Information Systems Management (MISM) program
Based on the requirements for special programs, such as CMU, students may complete this course early and receive a letter grade before the official end date. Click here for details.
Students are required to have a computer with the latest Java SE Development Kit (JDK) and Exclipse IDE for Java Developers or equivalent IDE, e.g. NetBeans, IntelliJ, etc.
Required Text:
Murach's Java Programming (6th Edition) by Joel Murach, Published January 2022, ISBN 978-1-943872-87-9
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Winter
Spring
CMPR.X400
$620
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Jan. 5 - Apr. 7, Monday, 12:01am - 11:59pm
- Online Self-Paced Work online at your own pace.
CMPR.X400.(838)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 01-05-2026 | 12:01am | 12:02am | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
| Tue, 04-07-2026 | 11:58pm | 11:59pm | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
Online Self-Paced courses have a structured learning environment where students are allowed to complete the work at their own pace. Students may complete the coursework early or use the entire duration of the course. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available at the beginning of the course on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on January 6, but you may still enroll until February 10. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on April 7, 2026.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Recommended Text: C Primer Plus, 5th Edition, Stephen Prata, Sams Publishing, 2004, ISBN-10: 0672326965, ISBN-13: 978-0672326967.
Winter
Currently no classes scheduled. Would you like to be notified when a class is available?
Fall
Currently no classes scheduled. Would you like to be notified when a class is available?
Fall
CMPR.X401
Currently no classes scheduled. Would you like to be notified when a class is available?
4. Electives: Scripting Languages
CMPR.X416
$980
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Jan. 6 - Apr. 7, Tuesday, 12:01am - 11:59pm
- Online Self-Paced Work online at your own pace.
CMPR.X416.(845)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 01-06-2026 | 12:01am | 12:02am | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
| Tue, 04-07-2026 | 11:58pm | 11:59pm | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
Online Self-Paced courses have a structured learning environment where students are allowed to complete the work at their own pace. Students may complete the coursework early or use the entire duration of the course. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available at the beginning of the course on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on January 6, but you may still enroll until February 10. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on April 7, 2026.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Required Text: Murach's Python Programming, 2nd Edition, Joel Murach and Michael Urban, Mike Murach and Associates Inc., 2021, ISBN-13: 9781943872749.
Recommended Text: The Quick Python Book, 3rd Edition, Naomi R. Ceder, Manning Publications, 2018, ISBN-10: 1617294039, ISBN-13: 978-1617294037.
Additional Information
AI*: This course introduces AI midway through the term as a supervised enhancement tool, helping students refine their own handwritten coding assignments and reflect on the insights gained, while also evaluating how different GenAI systems support their work.
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Feb. 14 - Mar. 14, Saturday, 9:00am - 3:30pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X416.(61)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 02-14-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 02-21-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 02-28-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 03-07-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 03-14-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Note: Students are required to have laptops with Python 3.7 or higher installed.
Recommended Texts:
Lutz, Mark. Learning Python, 5th ed. O'Reilly Media, Inc., 2013. ISBN-10: 1449355730 ISBN-13: 9781449355739
David M. Beazley. Python Essential Reference. 4th edition, Addison-Wesley Professional, 2009. ISBN-10: 0672329786 ISBN-13: 9780672329784
Additional Information
AI*: This course encourages students to learn to leverage generative AI tools like ChatGPT to accelerate problem-solving, deepen their understanding of Python concepts, and explore real-world programming use cases.
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Apr. 4 - May. 2, Saturday, 9:00am - 3:30pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X416.(62)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 04-04-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 04-11-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 04-18-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 04-25-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 05-02-2026 | 9:00am | 3:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Note: Students are required to have laptops with Python 3.7 or higher installed.
Recommended Texts:
Lutz, Mark. Learning Python, 5th ed. O'Reilly Media, Inc., 2013. ISBN-10: 1449355730 ISBN-13: 9781449355739
David M. Beazley. Python Essential Reference. 4th edition, Addison-Wesley Professional, 2009. ISBN-10: 0672329786 ISBN-13: 9780672329784
Winter
Spring
CMPR.X415
$580
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Jan. 6 - Apr. 7, Tuesday, 12:01am - 11:59pm
- Online Self-Paced Work online at your own pace.
CMPR.X415.(837)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 01-06-2026 | 12:01am | 12:02am | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
| Tue, 04-07-2026 | 11:58pm | 11:59pm | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
Online Self-Paced courses have a structured learning environment where students are allowed to complete the work at their own pace. Students may complete the coursework early or use the entire duration of the course. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available at the beginning of the course on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on January 6, but you may still enroll until February 10. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on April 7, 2026.
Access to a computer with Python version 3.6 or higher and Jupyter Notebook is required. The recommended software to obtain the required tools for this course is Anaconda, free Individual Edition: https://www.anaconda.com/products/individual
Electronic Course Materials: You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Recommended Text:
Learn to Program with Python 3: A Step-by-Step Guide to Programming, 2nd edition, by Irv Kalb, Apress. ISBN-13: 978-1484238783 ISBN-10: 9781484238783
Murach's Python Programming (2nd Edition), Authors: Joel Murach, Michael Urban Publication Date: 2021-04-01 ISBN: 9781943872749
Think Python, Authors: Allen B. Downey Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc." Publication Date: 2015-12-02 ISBN: 9781491939413
Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner, Authors: Michael Dawson Publisher: Course Technology Publication Date: 2003-01-01 ISBN: 9781592000739
Additional Information
AI*: This course includes an integrated module that examines how AI can be used to advance coding proficiency and sustain ongoing learning.
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Jan. 12 - Mar. 2, Monday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X415.(43)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 01-12-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 01-26-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 02-02-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 02-09-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 02-23-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 03-02-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
No meetings on January 19 and February 16, 2026. To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Additional Information
AI*: This course uses AI as a continuous statistical guide, generating simulations and visualizations, performing key analyses, and clarifying interpretations to help students confidently understand and apply concepts from basic descriptions through advanced inference.
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Apr. 1 - Jul. 1, Wednesday, 12:01am - 11:59pm
- Online Self-Paced Work online at your own pace.
CMPR.X415.(838)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 04-01-2026 | 12:01am | 12:02am | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
| Wed, 07-01-2026 | 11:58pm | 11:59pm | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
Online Self-Paced courses have a structured learning environment where students are allowed to complete the work at their own pace. Students may complete the coursework early or use the entire duration of the course. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available at the beginning of the course on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on April 1, but you may still enroll until May 13. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on July 1, 2026.
Access to a computer with Python version 3.6 or higher and Jupyter Notebook is required. The recommended software to obtain the required tools for this course is Anaconda, free Individual Edition: https://www.anaconda.com/products/individual
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Recommended Text:
Learn to Program with Python 3: A Step-by-Step Guide to Programming, 2nd edition, by Irv Kalb, Apress. ISBN-13: 978-1484238783 ISBN-10: 9781484238783
Murach's Python Programming (2nd Edition), Authors: Joel Murach, Michael Urban Publication Date: 2021-04-01 ISBN: 9781943872749
Think Python, Authors: Allen B. Downey Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc." Publication Date: 2015-12-02 ISBN: 9781491939413
Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner, Authors: Michael Dawson Publisher: Course Technology Publication Date: 2003-01-01 ISBN: 9781592000739
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
May. 2 - Jun. 13, Saturday, 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Live-Online Attend via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X415.(44)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 05-02-2026 | 9:00am | 12:00pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Sat, 05-09-2026 | 9:00am | 12:00pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Sat, 05-16-2026 | 9:00am | 12:00pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Sat, 05-30-2026 | 9:00am | 12:00pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Sat, 06-06-2026 | 9:00am | 12:00pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Sat, 06-13-2026 | 9:00am | 12:00pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
This class is offered in an online synchronous format. Students are expected to log into this course via Canvas at the start time of scheduled meetings and participate via Zoom, for the duration of each scheduled class meeting.
No meeting on May 23, 2026. To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
Access to a computer with Python version 3.6 or higher and Jupyter Notebook is required. The recommended software to obtain the required tools for this course is Anaconda, free Individual Edition: https://www.anaconda.com/products/individual
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Recommended Text:
Learn to Program with Python 3: A Step-by-Step Guide to Programming, 2nd edition, by Irv Kalb, Apress. ISBN-13: 978-1484238783 ISBN-10: 9781484238783
Murach's Python Programming (2nd Edition), Authors: Joel Murach, Michael Urban Publication Date: 2021-04-01 ISBN: 9781943872749
Think Python, Authors: Allen B. Downey Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc." Publication Date: 2015-12-02 ISBN: 9781491939413
Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner, Authors: Michael Dawson Publisher: Course Technology Publication Date: 2003-01-01 ISBN: 9781592000739
Winter
Spring
CMPR.X420
$750
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Feb. 4 - Mar. 25, Wednesday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
- Live-Online Attend via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X420.(27)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 02-04-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Wed, 02-11-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Wed, 02-18-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Wed, 02-25-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Wed, 03-04-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Wed, 03-11-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Wed, 03-18-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Wed, 03-25-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
This class is offered in an online synchronous format. Students are expected to log into this course via Canvas at the start time of scheduled meetings and participate via Zoom, for the duration of each scheduled class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Access to a computer with Python version 3.9 or higher is required. python.org is where to get the official version. The default "IDLE" editor is recommended, but students can use any Python development environment, as long as you can produce ".py" files.
Recommended Textbook:
Object-Oriented Python, Irv Kalb, 2022. ISBN 9781718502062
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Apr. 1 - Jul. 1, Wednesday, 12:01am - 11:59pm
- Online Self-Paced Work online at your own pace.
CMPR.X420.(813)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 04-01-2026 | 12:01am | 12:02am | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
| Wed, 07-01-2026 | 11:58pm | 11:59pm | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
Online Self-Paced courses have a structured learning environment where students are allowed to complete the work at their own pace. Students may complete the coursework early or use the entire duration of the course. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available at the beginning of the course on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on April 1, but you may still enroll until May 13, 2026. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on July 1, 2026.
*All grades will be processed at the end of the course.
Access to a computer with Python version 3.9 or higher is required. python.org is where to get the official version. The default "IDLE" editor is recommended, but students can use any Python development environment, as long as you can produce ".py" files.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Recommended Text:
Object-Oriented Python, Irv Kalb, 2022. ISBN 9781718502062
Winter
Spring
CMPR.X425
$980
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Jan. 20 - Feb. 19, Tuesday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X425.(23)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 01-20-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Thu, 01-22-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 01-27-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Thu, 01-29-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 02-03-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Thu, 02-05-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 02-10-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Thu, 02-12-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 02-17-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Thu, 02-19-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Required Tools & Materials: Python 3.7.4 and above. Jupyter notebook
Recommended Text:
"Data Structures and Algorithms in Python", Michael T. Goodrich, Roberto Tamassia, Michael H. Goldwasser. ISBN-13: 978-1118290279
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
May. 12 - Jun. 11, Tuesday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X425.(24)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 05-12-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Thu, 05-14-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 05-19-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Thu, 05-21-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 05-26-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Thu, 05-28-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 06-02-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Thu, 06-04-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 06-09-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Thu, 06-11-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
This course meets twice a week. To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Required Tools & Materials: Python 3.7.4 and above. Jupyter notebook
Recommended Text:
"Data Structures and Algorithms in Python", Michael T. Goodrich, Roberto Tamassia, Michael H. Goldwasser. ISBN-13: 978-1118290279
Winter
Spring
5. Electives: Mobile Device Programming
CMPR.X422
$850
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Jan. 5 - Mar. 23, Monday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X422.(13)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 01-05-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 01-12-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 01-26-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 02-02-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 02-09-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 02-23-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 03-02-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 03-09-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 03-16-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 03-23-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
No meetings on January 19 and February 16, 2026. To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Winter
CMPR.X421
$750
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Apr. 24 - Jul. 10, Friday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X421.(23)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 04-24-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 05-01-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 05-08-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 05-15-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 05-22-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 05-29-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 06-05-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 06-12-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 06-26-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Fri, 07-10-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
No meeting on June 19, 2026 and July 3, 2026. To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
Computer Requirements, either Mac or PC
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Spring
6. Electives: Adv. Programming and Concepts
DBDA.X424
$960
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Jan. 13 - Mar. 17, Tuesday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
- Live-Online Attend via Zoom at scheduled times.
DBDA.X424.(16)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 01-13-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 01-20-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 01-27-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 02-03-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 02-10-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 02-17-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 02-24-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 03-03-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 03-10-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 03-17-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
This class is offered in an online synchronous format. Students are expected to log into this course via Canvas at the start time of scheduled meetings and participate via Zoom, for the duration of each scheduled class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Required Tools & Materials: Tools: Students will need to create accounts in AWS and Databricks. Use EMR in AWS and notebooks in Databricks.
Students are required to have computers with 64Bit processors and a minimum of 8GB of memory.
Recommended Texts:
Hadoop: The Definitive Guide, 4th Edition, Tom White, O'Reilly Media, 2015, ISBN-10: 1-4919-0163-2, ISBN-13: 978-1-4919-0163-2
Learning Spark: Lightning-Fast Big Data Analysis, Karau, Konwinski, Wendell and Zaharia, 2015, O'Reilly. ISBN-10: 1449358624.
Programming Hive, Capriolo, Wampler & Rutherglen, 2012, O'Reilly. ISBN-10: 1449319335
Data Algorithms: Recipes for Scaling Up with Hadoop and Spark, Mahmout Parsian, 2015, O'Reilly Media. Print ISBN:978-1-4919-0618-7
Winter
AISV.X400
$980
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Jan. 13 - Mar. 17, Tuesday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
AISV.X400.(44)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 01-13-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 01-20-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 01-27-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 02-03-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 02-10-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 02-17-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 02-24-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 03-03-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 03-10-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Tue, 03-17-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Programming Tools: Current version of Python with ability to install packages as needed.
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Apr. 8 - Jun. 10, Wednesday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
AISV.X400.(45)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 04-08-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 04-15-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 04-22-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 04-29-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 05-06-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 05-13-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 05-20-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 05-27-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 06-03-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 06-10-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Programming Tools: Current version of Python with ability to install packages as needed.
Winter
Spring
CMPR.X426
$800
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Apr. 21 - Jun. 23, Tuesday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
- Live-Online Attend via Zoom at scheduled times.
CMPR.X426.(5)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 04-21-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 04-28-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 05-05-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 05-12-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 05-19-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 05-26-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 06-02-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 06-09-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 06-16-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
| Tue, 06-23-2026 | 6:30pm | 9:30pm | Live-Online | REMOTE |
This class is offered in an online synchronous format. Students are expected to log into this course via Canvas at the start time of scheduled meetings and participate via Zoom, for the duration of each scheduled class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Spring
Completion Review:
O-CE0114
$95
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Schedule
Please enroll in the Computer Programming Certificate Completion Fee only when all of the certificate requirements have been met and your final grades are posted.
Recommended course sequence
Courses are best taken in order of complexity—I, II, III; Beginners, Comprehensive, Advanced. Other courses may be taken in any order. You can learn more about each course in the Syllabus Library.
Substitutions | Shared credits
Some Engineering and Technology courses may be listed in more than one program. However, only one course may be shared between two E&T certificate programs unless otherwise noted.
To receive your certificate
Requisite knowledge
Please review the course descriptions to ensure that you have taken necessary prerequisites or meet the requirements through job experience or previous education.
Grade requirements
Please note that only letter grades of C or higher may be applied to a certificate, and in some programs, students may have more stringent requirements. Students in most employer- and government-sponsored payment programs, such as workforce development, as well as international students on F-1 visas, need to maintain a B average to meet their requirements.
See Grading and Credits Policy for further information.
Establish Candidacy
Instructors
Program Chair
Bineet Sharma
Director/Assoc. Professor, Univ. of Silicon Valley|Chair/Instructor UCSC SV
BINEET SHARMA, M.S.C.S., is a seasoned technologist with more than 30 years’ experience in technical architecture, upper level management, professional teaching, and entrepreneurship. He has held a variety of leadership roles in all aspects of the software development life cycle, including CEO of CashonAd, a mobile advertising app platform; and co-founder of OnTick, a technical analysis tool for stock market data positions. Previously he held management and technical positions at F1Soft International, Soffront Software, Concuity, National Data Corp., and Epiphany. He is also the founding president of the Computer Association of Nepal, which focuses on regional training, education, and technical support to Nepalese communities in need. Sharma has master’s degrees in both computer science and mining engineering from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale and is a certified ScrumMaster. His passion for teaching technology has inspired more than 100 computer classes throughout Silicon Valley and the greater Bay area on topics ranging from operating systems, data structures and C to Visual C++, and Java programming. He has served as program chair of the UCSC Silicon Valley Extension Computer Programming certificate program since 2019 and chair of the Java Development specialization since that program was founded in 2022.
Certificate Program Advisory Committee
BINEET SHARMA, M.S.C.S.
Instructor | Program Chair, Computer Programming Certificate Program, UCSC Silicon Valley Extension
IGNACIO TERRIZZANO, M.S.
Senior Research Software Architect, IBM Research
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