Software Developer: AAS
Associate in Applied Science | 61 credit hours minimum
Area of Interest: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)
Program Description:
The Associate in Applied Science Software Developer degree provides students with the technical skills and knowledge required to design, write, implement, secure, and maintain software systems in the enterprise. It teaches the principles of software architecture and data analysis using current development tools, languages, and environments. The courses on Web design, software developer, and database focus areas enable students to pursue in-depth skill and expertise within one of these three areas while preparing for industry recognized certifications. The courses in the program provide a combination of distance learning and classroom-based in-depth hands-on skills development. Students completing the program are prepared for a variety of industry certification exams as well as entry-level employment as a software developer, or to pursue advanced studies in software design and development.
Locations. This program is offered at Forest Park and Meramec by taking a mixture of face-to-face and online courses.
Related Programs. The Computer and Information Technology Department offers certificates in the following areas:
Database Developer, Certificate of Proficiency
Web Developer, Certificate of Specialization
Cost of Attendance. For more information on cost of attendance visit MoSCORES.
Program Career and Salary Information. Pursuant to Missouri HB 1606 (2018), information regarding the number of credit hours, program length, employment rate, wage data, and graduates employed in careers related to their program of study at St. Louis Community College can be found at the following URL: https://scorecard.mo.gov/scorecard/. Search using School / Program “St. Louis Community College” and choose the degree or credential type of interest.
The following limitations to the data apply: Information provided is based on the most recent cohorts available. Typically, most recent cohorts for wage and completion data are six years prior to the current academic year. Time to complete a program of study varies depending on the number of credit hours students earn per semester.
Interested in this program? Start the enrollment process by visiting the Apply to STLCC page.
At the completion of the program, students are expected to:
- demonstrate technical skills based on industry standards to design, write, implement, secure, and maintain software systems.
- modify existing software incorporating new functions to support specific project goals.
- develop software solutions following industry best practices as a member of a team.
- demonstrate proficiency in a selected focus area (Language, Web, or Database) by developing a portfolio of projects completed during courses related to the focus area.
- perform data analysis by importing, manipulating, documenting, and displaying source information.
Missouri Civics Examination. Students entering college for the very first time in fall 2019 and who intend to complete an associate’s degree must successfully complete a civics examination. Information on who is eligible for a waiver can be found on the STLCC website.
Program of Study
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education | ||
| ENG 101 | College Composition I (MOTR ENGL 100) | 3 |
| ENG 103 | Report Writing (MOTR ENGL 110) | 3 |
| or ENG 102 | College Composition II (MOTR ENGL 200) | |
| Mathematics Requirement: Choose One | 3 | |
| Introductory Statistics (MOTR MATH 110) (or MTH 180S) | ||
| Precalculus Algebra (MOTR MATH 130) (or MTH 160S) | ||
| XXX xxx | Social & Behavioral Sciences: Civics Requirement | 3 |
| COM 103 | Small Group Communication (MOTR COMM 125) | 3 |
| or COM 112 | Argumentation and Debate (MOTR COMM 220) | |
| or COM 201 | Interpersonal Communication (MOTR COMM 120) | |
| or PSY 200 | General Psychology (MOTR PSYC 100) | |
| or PHL 102 | Introduction to Logic (MOTR PHIL 101) | |
| Program Requirements | ||
| IS 101 | 1 | |
| or IS 123 | Introduction to Windows | |
| or IS 136 | Internet Fundamentals | |
| or IS 165 | Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | |
| IS 120 | Introduction to Excel | 1 |
| IS 112 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
| IS 139 | Web Publishing | 3 |
| IS 153 | C# Programming I | 4 |
| or IS 187 | Java Programming I | |
| or IS 167 | C++ Programming I | |
| or IS 166 | C# and Java Programming I | |
| IS 168 | GitHub for Developers | 1 |
| IS 225 | Database Management | 4 |
| IS 229 | Unix/Linux I | 3 |
| IS 237 | Fundamentals of Information Assurance/Security - CompTIA Security+ | 3 |
| IS 280 | Python | 3 |
| IS 241 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| Select one of the following options: | 8 | |
| C# Language | ||
| C# Programming II and C# Programming III | ||
| Java Language | ||
| Java Programming II and Java Programming III | ||
| C++ and Analytics | ||
| C++ Programming II | ||
| Big Data Analytics and Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | ||
| Select one of the following tracks: | 9 | |
Language Track | ||
Web Track | ||
Database Track | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 61 | |
Tracks
Language Track
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IS 290 | C# Frameworks: .NET Web App Framework | 3 |
| or IS 294 | ||
| or IS 296 | Java Frameworks: Spring | |
| IS 265 | Web Scripting Technologies | 3 |
| IS 285 | Excel for Data Analytics | 3 |
| or IS 291 | Workplace Learning: Computer and Information Technology | |
| or IS 294 | ||
| or IS 296 | Java Frameworks: Spring | |
| or IT 121 | Secure E-Commerce | |
| Total Credit Hours | 9 | |
Web Track
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IS 141 | Graphics for the Web | 3 |
| IS 265 | Web Scripting Technologies | 3 |
| IS 142 | Web Development | 3 |
| or IS 290 | C# Frameworks: .NET Web App Framework | |
| or IS 291 | Workplace Learning: Computer and Information Technology | |
| or IT 121 | Secure E-Commerce | |
| Total Credit Hours | 9 | |
Database Track
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IS 240 | SQL and Database Development | 3 |
| IS 285 | Excel for Data Analytics | 3 |
| IS 257 | Big Data Analytics | 3 |
| or IS 268 | SQL Server Programming | |
| or IS 276 | ||
| or IS 291 | Workplace Learning: Computer and Information Technology | |
| or IT 121 | Secure E-Commerce | |
| Total Credit Hours | 9 | |
Database Track Full-Time Academic Plan
Missouri Civics Examination. Students entering college for the very first time in fall 2019 and who intend to complete an associate’s degree must successfully complete a civics examination. Information on who is eligible for a waiver can be found on the STLCC website.
PLEASE NOTE: If you originally enrolled at STLCC prior to Fall 2025, you may need to view an archived catalog for your correct program requirements. Please speak with an advisor or the program coordinator for more information.
| First Year | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 280 | Python | 3 | Reading Proficiency | Gateway Course. See IS Dept. for advising options. |
| ENG 101 | College Composition I (MOTR ENGL 100) | 3 | Placement score or ENG 030 or ENG 070 with a grade of "C" or better or recommendation of department and Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |
| IS 153 | C# Programming I or C++ Programming I or Java Programming I or C# and Java Programming I | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course. Speak to Program Coordinator before enrolling in IS 166. |
| IS 120 | Introduction to Excel | 1 | Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 139 | Web Publishing | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 1 | |||
| Keyboarding | ||||
| Introduction to Windows | ||||
| Internet Fundamentals | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 15 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | MTH 160S or MTH 180S will also fulfill this requirement, but only 3 credits will apply toward the degree. | ||
| Precalculus Algebra (MOTR MATH 130) | MTH 140 (or MTH 140S) with a minimum grade of "C" or satisfactory score on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Introductory Statistics (MOTR MATH 110) | Satisfactory scores on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 168 | GitHub for Developers | 1 | Reading Proficiency | 1st or 2nd 8-week class |
| IS 112 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 4 | |||
| C# Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 256 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| C++ Programming II | IS 167 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 225 | Database Management | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |||
| Summer | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 229 | Unix/Linux I | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Credit Hours | 3 | |||
| Second Year | ||||
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| ENG 102 or 103 | College Composition II (MOTR ENGL 200) or Report Writing (MOTR ENGL 110) | 3 | ENG 101 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 237 | Fundamentals of Information Assurance/Security - CompTIA Security+ | 3 | IT 102 or IS 229 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 257 | Big Data Analytics | 3 | IS 225 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 165 | Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | 1 | Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 240 | SQL and Database Development | 3 | IS 225 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Small Group Communication (MOTR COMM 125) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Argumentation and Debate (MOTR COMM 220) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Interpersonal Communication (MOTR COMM 120) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| General Psychology (MOTR PSYC 100) | Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |||
| Introduction to Logic (MOTR PHIL 101) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 16 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| XXX xxx | Social & Behavioral Sciences: Civics Requirement | 3 | ||
| IS 241 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 with a minimum grade of "C", and IS 139 or IS 253 or IS 267 or IS 287 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | Capstone class: Take at end of program. |
| IS 285 | Excel for Data Analytics | 3 | IS 120 with a minimum grade of "C", concurrent or prior enrollment in MTH 160 (or MTH 160S) or MTH 180 (or MTH 180S) with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | Apply for graduation. |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | Other 3 credit elective options are: IS 291, IT 121, or IS 257 (if not already completed). | ||
| SQL Server Programming | IS 240 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Oracle Programming | IS 225 with minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 12 | |||
| Total Credit Hours | 61 | |||
Critical Courses: Critical courses are most important to a student's declared major and most strongly predict later success in the major. A critical course requires a minimal grade to progress to higher-level courses.
Exploratory Courses: Exploratory courses are first-semester courses that introduce the program and career field.
Gateway Courses: Gateway courses are courses in many career pathways that must be completed before progression in higher-level courses. These may be the same as critical and/or exploratory courses.
*Click on the hyperlinked course number to view additional information about the course.
**Students completing a course that has been assigned a MOTR number may transfer that course to any public institution in Missouri. Those who complete CORE 42 requirements will have that verification on their transcript.
*** It is your responsibility to verify that the courses listed above will transfer to the four-year institution of your choice. Maximize your transfer credits/classes by meeting with an academic advisor.
Database Track Part-Time Academic Plan
Missouri Civics Examination. Students entering college for the very first time in fall 2019 and who intend to complete an associate’s degree must successfully complete a civics examination. Information on who is eligible for a waiver can be found on the STLCC website.
PLEASE NOTE: If you originally enrolled at STLCC prior to Fall 2025, you may need to view an archived catalog for your correct program requirements. Please speak with an advisor or the program coordinator for more information.
| First Year | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 153 | C# Programming I or C++ Programming I or Java Programming I or C# and Java Programming I | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course. Speak to your program coordinator before enrolling in IS 166. |
| IS 120 | Introduction to Excel | 1 | Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 139 | Web Publishing | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 1 | |||
| Keyboarding | ||||
| Introduction to Windows | ||||
| Internet Fundamentals | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 168 | GitHub for Developers | 1 | Reading Proficiency | First or Second 8-week class |
| Choose one of the following: | 4 | |||
| C# Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 256 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| C++ Programming II | IS 167 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 225 | Database Management | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Summer | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 229 | Unix/Linux I | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| ENG 101 | College Composition I (MOTR ENGL 100) | 3 | Placement score or ENG 030 or ENG 070 with a grade of "C" or better or recommendation of department and Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |||
| Second Year | ||||
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 280 | Python | 3 | Reading Proficiency | Gateway Course |
| IS 257 | Big Data Analytics | 3 | IS 225 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 165 | Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | 1 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Small Group Communication (MOTR COMM 125) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Argumentation and Debate (MOTR COMM 220) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Interpersonal Communication (MOTR COMM 120) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| General Psychology (MOTR PSYC 100) | Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |||
| Introduction to Logic (MOTR PHIL 101) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 10 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 240 | SQL and Database Development | 3 | IS 225 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Precalculus Algebra (MOTR MATH 130) | MTH 140 (or MTH 140S) with a minimum grade of "C" or satisfactory score on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Introductory Statistics (MOTR MATH 110) | Satisfactory scores on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 112 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Summer | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| ENG 102 or 103 | College Composition II (MOTR ENGL 200) or Report Writing (MOTR ENGL 110) | 3 | ENG 101 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 237 | Fundamentals of Information Assurance/Security - CompTIA Security+ | 3 | IT 102 or IS 229 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |||
| Third Year | ||||
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 241 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 with a minimum grade of "C", and IS 139 or IS 253 or IS 267 or IS 287 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | Capstone class: Take at end of program. |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| SQL Server Programming | IS 240 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Oracle Programming | IS 225 with minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 285 | Excel for Data Analytics | 3 | IS 120 with a minimum grade of "C", concurrent or prior enrollment in MTH 160 (or MTH 160S) or MTH 180 (or MTH 180S) with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| XXX xxx | Social & Behavioral Sciences: Civics | 3 | Apply for graduation. | |
| Credit Hours | 3 | |||
| Total Credit Hours | 61 | |||
Critical Courses: Critical courses are most important to a student's declared major and most strongly predict later success in the major. A critical course requires a minimal grade to progress to higher-level courses.
Exploratory Courses: Exploratory courses are first-semester courses that introduce the program and career field.
Gateway Courses: Gateway courses are courses in many career pathways that must be completed before progression in higher-level courses. These may be the same as critical and/or exploratory courses.
*Click on the hyperlinked course number to view additional information about the course.
**Students completing a course that has been assigned a MOTR number may transfer that course to any public institution in Missouri. Those who complete CORE 42 requirements will have that verification on their transcript.
*** It is your responsibility to verify that the courses listed above will transfer to the four-year institution of your choice. Maximize your transfer credits/classes by meeting with an academic advisor.
Language Track Full-Time Academic Plan
Missouri Civics Examination. Students entering college for the very first time in fall 2019 and who intend to complete an associate’s degree must successfully complete a civics examination. Information on who is eligible for a waiver can be found on the STLCC website.
PLEASE NOTE: If you originally enrolled at STLCC prior to Fall 2025, you may need to view an archived catalog for your correct program requirements. Please speak with an advisor or the program coordinator for more information.
| First Year | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 280 | Python | 3 | Reading Proficiency | Gateway Course. See IS Dept. for Advising options. |
| ENG 101 | College Composition I (MOTR ENGL 100) | 3 | Placement score or ENG 030 or ENG 070 with a grade of "C" or better or recommendation of department and Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |
| IS 153 | C# Programming I or C++ Programming I or Java Programming I or C# and Java Programming I | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course. Speak to Program Coordinator before enrolling in IS 166. |
| IS 120 | Introduction to Excel | 1 | Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 139 | Web Publishing | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 1 | |||
| Keyboarding | ||||
| Introduction to Windows | ||||
| Internet Fundamentals | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 15 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | MTH 160S or MTH 180S will also fulfill this requirement, but only 3 credits will apply toward the degree. | ||
| Precalculus Algebra (MOTR MATH 130) | MTH 140 (or MTH 140S) with a minimum grade of "C" or satisfactory score on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Introductory Statistics (MOTR MATH 110) | Satisfactory scores on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 168 | GitHub for Developers | 1 | Reading Proficiency | 1st or 2nd 8-week class |
| IS 112 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 4 | |||
| C# Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 256 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| C++ Programming II | IS 167 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 225 | Database Management | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |||
| Summer | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 229 | Unix/Linux I | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Credit Hours | 3 | |||
| Second Year | ||||
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| ENG 102 or 103 | College Composition II (MOTR ENGL 200) or Report Writing (MOTR ENGL 110) | 3 | ENG 101 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 237 | Fundamentals of Information Assurance/Security - CompTIA Security+ | 3 | IT 102 or IS 229 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 4 | |||
| C# Programming III | IS 253 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Programming III | IS 287 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Big Data Analytics and Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | IS 225 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 265 | Web Scripting Technologies | 3 | IS 139 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Small Group Communication (MOTR COMM 125) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Argumentation and Debate (MOTR COMM 220) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Interpersonal Communication (MOTR COMM 120) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| General Psychology (MOTR PSYC 100) | Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |||
| Introduction to Logic (MOTR PHIL 101) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 16 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| XXX xxx | Social & Behavioral Sciences: Civics Requirement | 3 | ||
| IS 241 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 with a minimum grade of "C", and IS 139 or IS 253 or IS 267 or IS 287 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | Capstone class: Take at end of program. |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| C# Frameworks: .NET Web App Framework | IS 283 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Frameworks: Struts and Hibernate | IS 288 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Frameworks: Spring | IS 288 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | Apply for graduation. | ||
| Excel for Data Analytics | IS 120 with a minimum grade of "C", concurrent or prior enrollment in MTH 160 (or MTH 160S) or MTH 180 (or MTH 180S) with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Frameworks: Struts and Hibernate | IS 288 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Frameworks: Spring | IS 288 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Workplace Learning: Computer and Information Technology | Enrollment in an IS program, department approval, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Secure E-Commerce | IS 229 and IS 237, both with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 12 | |||
| Total Credit Hours | 61 | |||
Critical Courses: Critical courses are most important to a student's declared major and most strongly predict later success in the major. A critical course requires a minimal grade to progress to higher-level courses.
Exploratory Courses: Exploratory courses are first-semester courses that introduce the program and career field.
Gateway Courses: Gateway courses are courses in many career pathways that must be completed before progression in higher-level courses. These may be the same as critical and/or exploratory courses.
*Click on the hyperlinked course number to view additional information about the course.
**Students completing a course that has been assigned a MOTR number may transfer that course to any public institution in Missouri. Those who complete CORE 42 requirements will have that verification on their transcript.
*** It is your responsibility to verify that the courses listed above will transfer to the four-year institution of your choice. Maximize your transfer credits/classes by meeting with an academic advisor.
Language Track Part-Time Academic Plan
Missouri Civics Examination. Students entering college for the very first time in fall 2019 and who intend to complete an associate’s degree must successfully complete a civics examination. Information on who is eligible for a waiver can be found on the STLCC website.
PLEASE NOTE: If you originally enrolled at STLCC prior to Fall 2025, you may need to view an archived catalog for your correct program requirements. Please speak with an advisor or the program coordinator for more information.
| First Year | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| Choose one of the following: | 1 | |||
| Keyboarding | ||||
| Introduction to Windows | ||||
| Internet Fundamentals | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 153 | C# Programming I or C++ Programming I or Java Programming I or C# and Java Programming I | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course. Speak to your program coordinator before enrolling in IS 166. |
| IS 120 | Introduction to Excel | 1 | Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 139 | Web Publishing | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 168 | GitHub for Developers | 1 | Reading Proficiency | First or Second 8-week class |
| IS 225 | Database Management | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course |
| Choose one of the following: | 4 | |||
| C# Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 256 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| C++ Programming II | IS 167 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Summer | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 229 | Unix/Linux I | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| ENG 101 | College Composition I (MOTR ENGL 100) | 3 | Placement score or ENG 030 or ENG 070 with a grade of "C" or better or recommendation of department and Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |||
| Second Year | ||||
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 280 | Python | 3 | Reading Proficiency | Gateway Course |
| Choose one of the following: | 4 | |||
| C# Programming III | IS 253 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Programming III | IS 287 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Big Data Analytics and Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | IS 225 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Small Group Communication (MOTR COMM 125) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Argumentation and Debate (MOTR COMM 220) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Interpersonal Communication (MOTR COMM 120) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| General Psychology (MOTR PSYC 100) | Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |||
| Introduction to Logic (MOTR PHIL 101) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 10 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 237 | Fundamentals of Information Assurance/Security - CompTIA Security+ | 3 | IT 102 or IS 229 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Precalculus Algebra (MOTR MATH 130) | MTH 140 (or MTH 140S) with a minimum grade of "C" or satisfactory score on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Introductory Statistics (MOTR MATH 110) | Satisfactory scores on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 112 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Summer | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| ENG 102 or 103 | College Composition II (MOTR ENGL 200) or Report Writing (MOTR ENGL 110) | 3 | ENG 101 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 265 | Web Scripting Technologies | 3 | IS 139 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |||
| Third Year | ||||
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 241 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 with a minimum grade of "C", and IS 139 or IS 253 or IS 267 or IS 287 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | Capstone class: Take at end of program. |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| C# Frameworks: .NET Web App Framework | IS 283 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Frameworks: Struts and Hibernate | IS 288 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Frameworks: Spring | IS 288 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Excel for Data Analytics | IS 120 with a minimum grade of "C", concurrent or prior enrollment in MTH 160 (or MTH 160S) or MTH 180 (or MTH 180S) with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Frameworks: Struts and Hibernate | IS 288 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Frameworks: Spring | IS 288 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Workplace Learning: Computer and Information Technology | Enrollment in an IS program, department approval, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Secure E-Commerce | IS 229 and IS 237, both with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| XXX xxx | Social & Behavioral Sciences: Civics | 3 | Apply for graduation. | |
| Credit Hours | 3 | |||
| Total Credit Hours | 61 | |||
Critical Courses: Critical courses are most important to a student's declared major and most strongly predict later success in the major. A critical course requires a minimal grade to progress to higher-level courses.
Exploratory Courses: Exploratory courses are first-semester courses that introduce the program and career field.
Gateway Courses: Gateway courses are courses in many career pathways that must be completed before progression in higher-level courses. These may be the same as critical and/or exploratory courses.
*Click on the hyperlinked course number to view additional information about the course.
**Students completing a course that has been assigned a MOTR number may transfer that course to any public institution in Missouri. Those who complete CORE 42 requirements will have that verification on their transcript.
*** It is your responsibility to verify that the courses listed above will transfer to the four-year institution of your choice. Maximize your transfer credits/classes by meeting with an academic advisor.
Web Track Full-Time Academic Plan
Missouri Civics Examination. Students entering college for the very first time in fall 2019 and who intend to complete an associate’s degree must successfully complete a civics examination. Information on who is eligible for a waiver can be found on the STLCC website.
PLEASE NOTE: If you originally enrolled at STLCC prior to Fall 2025, you may need to view an archived catalog for your correct program requirements. Please speak with an advisor or the program coordinator for more information.
| First Year | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 280 | Python | 3 | Reading Proficiency | Gateway Course. See IS Dept. for advising options. |
| ENG 101 | College Composition I (MOTR ENGL 100) | 3 | Placement score or ENG 030 or ENG 070 with a grade of "C" or better or recommendation of department and Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |
| IS 153 | C# Programming I or C++ Programming I or Java Programming I or C# and Java Programming I | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course. Speak to Program Coordinator before enrolling in IS 166. |
| IS 120 | Introduction to Excel | 1 | Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 139 | Web Publishing | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 1 | |||
| Keyboarding | ||||
| Introduction to Windows | ||||
| Internet Fundamentals | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 15 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | MTH 160S or MTH 180S will also fulfill this requirement, but only 3 credits will apply toward the degree. | ||
| Precalculus Algebra (MOTR MATH 130) | MTH 140 (or MTH 140S) with a minimum grade of "C" or satisfactory score on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Introductory Statistics (MOTR MATH 110) | Satisfactory scores on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 168 | GitHub for Developers | 1 | Reading Proficiency | 1st or 2nd 8-week class |
| IS 112 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 4 | |||
| C# Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 256 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| C++ Programming II | IS 167 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 225 | Database Management | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |||
| Summer | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 229 | Unix/Linux I | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Credit Hours | 3 | |||
| Second Year | ||||
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| ENG 102 or 103 | College Composition II (MOTR ENGL 200) or Report Writing (MOTR ENGL 110) | 3 | ENG 101 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 237 | Fundamentals of Information Assurance/Security - CompTIA Security+ | 3 | IT 102 or IS 229 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 4 | |||
| C# Programming III | IS 253 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Programming III | IS 287 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Big Data Analytics and Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | IS 225 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 141 | Graphics for the Web | 3 | IS 139 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Small Group Communication (MOTR COMM 125) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Argumentation and Debate (MOTR COMM 220) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Interpersonal Communication (MOTR COMM 120) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| General Psychology (MOTR PSYC 100) | Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |||
| Introduction to Logic (MOTR PHIL 101) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 16 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| XXX xxx | Social & Behavioral Sciences: Civics Requirement | 3 | ||
| IS 241 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 with a minimum grade of "C", and IS 139 or IS 253 or IS 267 or IS 287 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | Capstone class: Take at end of program. |
| IS 265 | Web Scripting Technologies | 3 | IS 139 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | Apply for graduation. |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Web Development | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 with a minimum grade of "C", IS 139 with a minimum grade of "C", concurrent or prior enrollment in IS 265 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | |||
| C# Frameworks: .NET Web App Framework | IS 283 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Workplace Learning: Computer and Information Technology | Enrollment in an IS program, department approval, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Secure E-Commerce | IS 229 and IS 237, both with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 12 | |||
| Total Credit Hours | 61 | |||
Critical Courses: Critical courses are most important to a student's declared major and most strongly predict later success in the major. A critical course requires a minimal grade to progress to higher-level courses.
Exploratory Courses: Exploratory courses are first-semester courses that introduce the program and career field.
Gateway Courses: Gateway courses are courses in many career pathways that must be completed before progression in higher-level courses. These may be the same as critical and/or exploratory courses.
*Click on the hyperlinked course number to view additional information about the course.
**Students completing a course that has been assigned a MOTR number may transfer that course to any public institution in Missouri. Those who complete CORE 42 requirements will have that verification on their transcript.
*** It is your responsibility to verify that the courses listed above will transfer to the four-year institution of your choice. Maximize your transfer credits/classes by meeting with an academic advisor.
Web Track Part-Time Academic Plan
Missouri Civics Examination. Students entering college for the very first time in fall 2019 and who intend to complete an associate’s degree must successfully complete a civics examination. Information on who is eligible for a waiver can be found on the STLCC website.
PLEASE NOTE: If you originally enrolled at STLCC prior to Fall 2025, you may need to view an archived catalog for your correct program requirements. Please speak with an advisor or the program coordinator for more information.
| First Year | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 153 | C# Programming I or C++ Programming I or Java Programming I or C# and Java Programming I | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course. Speak to Program Coordinator before enrolling in IS 166. |
| IS 120 | Introduction to Excel | 1 | Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 139 | Web Publishing | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 1 | |||
| Keyboarding | ||||
| Introduction to Windows | ||||
| Internet Fundamentals | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 168 | GitHub for Developers | 1 | Reading Proficiency | First or Second 8-week class |
| Choose one of the following: | 4 | |||
| C# Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Programming II | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 or IS 256 or IS 166 with minimum grades of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| C++ Programming II | IS 167 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 225 | Database Management | 4 | Reading Proficiency | Critical Course |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Summer | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 229 | Unix/Linux I | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| ENG 101 | College Composition I (MOTR ENGL 100) | 3 | Placement score or ENG 030 or ENG 070 with a grade of "C" or better or recommendation of department and Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |||
| Second Year | ||||
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 280 | Python | 3 | Reading Proficiency | Gateway Course |
| IS 141 | Graphics for the Web | 3 | IS 139 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Small Group Communication (MOTR COMM 125) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Argumentation and Debate (MOTR COMM 220) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Interpersonal Communication (MOTR COMM 120) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| General Psychology (MOTR PSYC 100) | Reading Proficiency or concurrent enrollment in RDG 079 | |||
| Introduction to Logic (MOTR PHIL 101) | Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 237 | Fundamentals of Information Assurance/Security - CompTIA Security+ | 3 | IT 102 or IS 229 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Precalculus Algebra (MOTR MATH 130) | MTH 140 (or MTH 140S) with a minimum grade of "C" or satisfactory score on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Introductory Statistics (MOTR MATH 110) | Satisfactory scores on placement test, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| IS 112 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 | Reading Proficiency | |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |||
| Summer | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| ENG 102 or 103 | College Composition II (MOTR ENGL 200) or Report Writing (MOTR ENGL 110) | 3 | ENG 101 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| IS 265 | Web Scripting Technologies | 3 | IS 139 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |||
| Third Year | ||||
| Fall | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| IS 241 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 with a minimum grade of "C", and IS 139 or IS 253 or IS 267 or IS 287 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | Capstone class: Take at end of program. |
| Choose one of the following: | 3 | |||
| Web Development | IS 153 or IS 167 or IS 187 with a minimum grade of "C", IS 139 with a minimum grade of "C", concurrent or prior enrollment in IS 265 with a minimum grade of "C", and Reading Proficiency | |||
| C# Frameworks: .NET Web App Framework | IS 283 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Workplace Learning: Computer and Information Technology | Enrollment in an IS program, department approval, and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Secure E-Commerce | IS 229 and IS 237, both with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Choose one of the following: | 4 | |||
| C# Programming III | IS 253 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Java Programming III | IS 287 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Big Data Analytics and Computer Applications-Microsoft Project | IS 225 with a minimum grade of "C" and Reading Proficiency | |||
| Credit Hours | 10 | |||
| Spring | Credit Hours | Prerequisites | Milestones/Notes | |
| XXX xxx | Social & Behavioral Sciences: Civics | 3 | Apply for graduation. | |
| Credit Hours | 3 | |||
| Total Credit Hours | 61 | |||
Critical Courses: Critical courses are most important to a student's declared major and most strongly predict later success in the major. A critical course requires a minimal grade to progress to higher-level courses.
Exploratory Courses: Exploratory courses are first-semester courses that introduce the program and career field.
Gateway Courses: Gateway courses are courses in many career pathways that must be completed before progression in higher-level courses. These may be the same as critical and/or exploratory courses.
*Click on the hyperlinked course number to view additional information about the course.
**Students completing a course that has been assigned a MOTR number may transfer that course to any public institution in Missouri. Those who complete CORE 42 requirements will have that verification on their transcript.
*** It is your responsibility to verify that the courses listed above will transfer to the four-year institution of your choice. Maximize your transfer credits/classes by meeting with an academic advisor.