Sheridan College Launches Software Development Program

Sheridan College is now offering a Software Development (SD) program designed to supply the growing need in the region for workers qualified to fill positions across the field of computing. The Software Development program was approved by the Wyoming Community College Commission last spring and received final approval from the college’s accrediting body, the Higher Learning Commission. 

Sheridan College President Dr. Walt Tribley said the college  took a leadership role in developing this new curriculum in a cooperative effort that spanned all the institutions of higher education in the state. Tribley added the program offers students access to practical, hands-on skills leading to either entry-level jobs in business and industry or, seamlessly, into a related bachelor’s degree program at University of Wyoming.

The program is offered online, allowing students anywhere in the region to earn an associate degree in software development. Academic coursework is supplemented with hands-on projects, some of which involve industry partnerships. Traditional computer science and computer engineering courses require advanced mathematics and prepare students to create and improve solutions to complex computing problems. The emphasis in the SD program is on developing skills in computational thinking, problem-solving, and the use of industry-standard tools and processes, preparing students for jobs across most industries.