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According to Business Insider, Information Technology is one of the fastest growing fields in America (and the world). According to the Bureau of Labor statistics, jobs in IT are expected to grow up to 28% within the next few years. The earning potential in the field can exceed an annual salary of 100k. These are only few of the reasons why you should the Associate Degree in Computer Programming and Technology
An associate degree in computer programming provides a decent foundation in computer science and information technology. These programs cultivate analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills by engaging students through projects and hands-on lab learning. Graduates can pursue entry-level technical careers or related bachelor’s programs.
Students can apply to be placed short-term in a high-tech company where they can gain experience in the software development field. Most positions are remote and include working alongside a supervisor at the company who provides direction and mentorship as interns complete real-world programming and technology projects.
Professor Schwartz graduated University of Phoenix and Carlow College (Pittsburgh, PA) with an MS in Computer Information Systems Management, and has experience in various computer-related fields.
Her passion to educate drove her to teach in various subjects for over 20 years. Ms. Schwartz first started teaching in the late 1980s when she taught Meteorology in the US Navy for many years. Later, Ms. Schwartz taught high school and college-level classes in Computers and Spanish. Before working as a teacher, she worked as a Business Systems Analyst for a major hospital system in Pittsburgh, PA.
Professor Daniel Batyrev holds a Bsc. in Bioinformatics from the University of Tuebingen and an Msc. Computational Neuroscience from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in Computational Neuroscience at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Professor Batyrev has studied at Yeshivas Telodos Yeshurun and Machon Shlomo in Jerusalem. He has served as a lecturer in both technology and Jewish studies in various venues, including the Jerusalem College of Technology (Machon Lev), Olami, MEOHR, and Lauder Foundation educational programs. He is also a licensed fencing coach.
Ariella Lowenstein holds a Master of Science in Cybersecurity from NYU Tandon School of Engineering and a BS in Computer Science from Touro College. She has held a number of government positions dealing with computer programming and cybersecurity, and has been teaching for several years.
Professor Mark Stern holds an MA in Mathematics from Oxford University and an M.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of London. He has worked as a software engineer for 25 years in both England and Israel. He has been teaching at Woodmont College since 2020.
Dr. Woolf completed her Ph.D. in chemistry from the University of Michigan in 2023, where she also finished her master’s in chemistry in 2020. Her dissertation focused on the application of various levels of quantum theory to energy transport in light-harvesting systems. She also has a bachelor’s in chemical engineering from Wayne State (2011) and a master’s in chemical engineering from Cornell (2015), where she worked on organic solar cell research. Upon completion of her degree from Cornell, she returned to Wayne State as a lecturer in engineering and led the curriculum development for the early-engineering programs. She has taught courses such as Engineering Design, Introduction to Programming, Numerical Methods, Materials Science, Biophysical Chemistry, Mathematical Methods for Physical Scientists, Material and Energy Balances, and Organic Synthesis and Characterization. She and her husband reside in Ramat Beit Shemesh.
Students who possess an aptitude for math and science are more likely to succeed and will find the computer science industry extremely rewarding.
Computer programming involves a lot of problem-solving and out of the box thinking. If you’re adept at this, then a path towards a computer science degree is right for you.
Coding is an integral part of a programmer’s job, and if you have the necessary patience and curiosity to write and analyze code, then programming is a good fit for you.
| Semester Starts | Classes begin on January 23, 2023 |
| Duration | 1 year, Semester schedule of two 15-week semesters and an accelerated 8-week summer semester |
| Cost | Cost: $300 per credit. With sufficient transfer credit, the total cost of the degree can be as low as $7350. Scholarships are available for eligible students. |
| Registration Deadline | January 9, 2023 |
Woodmont College’s Associate Degree in Software and Web Development covers a wide range of computer and programming skills used in today’s organizations, such as application programming and web development, as well as mobile applications. Students learn the world of Microsoft and Java, becoming full-stack developers with knowledge of both client-side and server-side web development. This degree equips students with knowledge of numerous languages and skills, opening a spectrum of opportunities in the world of programming.
Woodmont College offers top notch accredited 100% online degree options in tandem with Torah values. Study at your own pace and master core concepts and cutting edge skills necessary in today’s competitive job market. Learn with expert instructors and engage with like-minded peers in a cohesive, innovative, milieu that nurtures potential into reality.
