Computer Analyst: Mobile Application Development
The Mobile Application Development certificate is designed to provide individuals with no prior computer programming experience an entry-point into the field of application development for mobile devices. The dramatic expansion of mobile devices in the workforce and at home has caused a sharp increase in the demand for mobile app developers. This certificate covers the basic fundamentals of developing applications to run on a variety of mobile devices. Upon completion, students will be able to develop applications for the Android and the iOS platforms. Skills needed to distribute and market mobile apps using current business strategies for the mobile environment are also covered.
Paying for the Program
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees: $4,662*
Career Outlook
Estimated annual salary range for Information Technology graduates based on EMSI. Salary range represents 10th percentile - median annual wage for related occupations within a 100-mile radius from the center distance between Calmar and Peosta Campuses.
View Career Details- Apply for admission.
- Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.
- Complete ACCUPLACER® reading and writing assessment and ALEKS® math assessment for course placement. Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT®, ACT Compass® or ALEKS® test scores. ACCUPLACER® scores are valid for three years, and ALEKS® scores are valid for 18 months.
Fall
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS:101 | Computer Ethics | 3.0 |
| CIS:122 | Programming Logic and Design | 3.0 |
| CIS:171 | Java | 3.0 |
| CIS:177 | iOS Programming | 3.0 |
Spring
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MDT:101 | Survey of Mobile Development Technologies | 3.0 |
| MDT:110 | Android Applications Development I | 3.0 |
| MDT:120 | Apple Applications Development I | 3.0 |
Note: To graduate from this program, students must complete all required coursework with a "C-" grade or above and earn a minimum 2.0 grade point average.
Barry Eichelberger
Computer Science Instructor
- Email: eichelbergerb@nicc.edu
- Phone: 800.728.7367
- Location: Peosta
Patricia Oberbroeckling
Computer Science Instructor
- Email: oberbroecklingp@nicc.edu
- Phone: 800.728.7367, ext. 235
- Location: Peosta
Christopher Carlson
Dean of Career and Technical Education
- Email: carlsonc@nicc.edu
- Phone: 800.728.7367, ext. 168
- Location: Peosta