##  Mobile Development
 Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science with a Major in Software Development - Mobile Development Track

   **Mobile Development Overview**   The ever-increasing role of computers in society will continue to require skilled developers to design, develop, and implement software based solutions and products for business and consumers. Software applications systems connect you to a computer, tablet, smartphone or mobile device. Each year, enterprising developers and companies create an array of cloud, mobile and web-based offerings designed to make business more effective and our lives more enjoyable. ECPI University's Mobile Development track in the Software Development major offers a skills based program utilizing the latest in technology across platforms using virtualization. ECPI's programs encourage students to obtain industry certifications and internships for real world experience that enhances graduate opportunities.

 If this sounds like the career you've been looking for, you could earn an Mobile Development track and the Software Development major in the Computer and Information Science bachelor’s degree in as little as 2.5 years.

   **Program Description**   Through ECPI's practical curriculum, you can learn how to write and maintain source code and become knowledgeable in the planning and structured process involved with software development. You will learn to develop efficient and scalable programs, mobile and web applications, and cloud-based software using languages and technologies such as Java, C#, Python, HTML5/CSS, Android, jQuery, Cloud providers, and MongoDB.

 Building upon ECPI's tradition of providing an interactive and "real world" practical education, graduates of this program are prepared to:

- Effectively analyze customer requirements
- Develop desktop, mobile, web, and cloud applications
- Integrate with relational databases like Oracle, SQL Server, and MySQL, and non-relational databases like MongoDB
- Design and implement RESTful web services
- Apply information assurance knowledge to the design of secure applications
- Use professional software development tools and source code management systems

 The program Software Development major and Web Development track includes instruction in many areas including:

- Ethical and professional practices
- Logic and decision processes
- Problem resolution
- Oral and written communication skills
- Customer service skills
- Best practices in software development

   **Possible Career Track**    Software Development graduates in the Mobile Development track are prepared for entry level positions in a wide spectrum of industries, including:

- Social Media
- Education
- Defense
- Healthcare
- Advanced Manufacturing

 Job titles for these positions include:

- Mobile Application Developer
- Cloud Application Developer
- Web Developer
- Software Developer
- Software Tester
- Software Analyst

    **Curriculum**   Core Curriculum28 semester credit hours
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| [BUS121](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/BUS121?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| [PMT472](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PMT472?width=500&height=550) | Applied Project Management | 3 |
| [PMT472L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PMT472L?width=500&height=550) | Applied Project Management Lab | 1 |
| [CIS123](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS123?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Scripting | 3 |
| [CIS126](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS126?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Programming | 3 |
| [CIS142](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS142?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Cloud Solutions | 3 |
| [CIS150](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS150?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Networking | 3 |
| [CIS206](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS206?width=500&height=550) | Linux Administration | 3 |
| [CIS212](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS212?width=500&height=550) | Principles of Cybersecurity | 3 |
| [CIS223](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS223?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Databases | 3 |

 Arts and Sciences\*31 semester credit hours
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| [CAP480](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CAP480?width=500&height=550) | Arts and Sciences Capstone | 3 |
| [COM115](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/COM115?width=500&height=550) | Principles of Communication | 3 |
| [ENG110](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/ENG110?width=500&height=550) | College Composition | 3 |
| [ENG120](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/ENG120?width=500&height=550) | Advanced Composition | 3 |
| [HUM205](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/HUM205?width=500&height=550) | Culture and Diversity: Exploring the Humanities | 3 |
| [MTH131](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MTH131?width=500&height=550) | College Algebra | 3 |
| [MTH140](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/MTH140?width=500&height=550) | Statistics | 3 |
| [PSY105](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PSY105?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| [PSY220](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PSY220?width=500&height=550) | Positive Psychology | 3 |
| ONE LECTURE COURSE AND CORRESPONDING LAB FROM THE FOLLOWING: |
| [PHY120](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PHY120?width=500&height=550) | Physics | 3 |
| [PHY120L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/PHY120L?width=500&height=550) | Physics Lab | 1 |
| [BIO122](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/BIO122?width=500&height=550) | Environmental Biology | 3 |
| [BIO122L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/BIO122L?width=500&height=550) | Environmental Biology Lab | 1 |

 *\*For allowable substitutions of arts and sciences courses, see the Arts & Sciences Department section in the* [*ECPI University Course Catalog*](https://catalog.ecpi.edu/programs/oImemrmD5lKFTyG83Xd9)*.*

 Self Integration9 semester credit hours
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| [CIS106](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS106?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Operating Systems | 3 |
| [CIS108](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS108?width=500&height=550) | Office Applications | 2 |
| [FOR110](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/FOR110?width=500&height=550) | Essentials for Success | 3 |
| [COR191](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/COR191?width=500&height=550) | Career Orientation | 1 |

 Software Development Major Required Courses38 semester credit hours
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| [CIS121](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS121?width=500&height=550) | Logic and Design | 3 |
| [CIS126L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS126L?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Programming Lab | 1 |
| [CIS213](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS213?width=500&height=550) | Javascript | 3 |
| [CIS224](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS224?width=500&height=550) | Server-Side Scripting with PHP | 3 |
| [CIS226](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS226?width=500&height=550) | Introduction to Object Oriented Programming | 3 |
| [CIS250](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS250?width=500&height=550) | Structured Query Language | 3 |
| [CIS282](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS282?width=500&height=550) | Web Interface Design | 3 |
| [CIS332](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS332?width=500&height=550) | Mobile App Development I | 3 |
| [CIS420](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS420?width=500&height=550) | System Analysis and Design | 3 |
| ONE OF THESE THREE COURSES: |
| [CIS214](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS214?width=500&height=550) | Object-Oriented Programming Using C# | 3 |
| [CIS218](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS218?width=500&height=550) | Object-Oriented Programming Using Java | 3 |
| ONE OF THESE TWO COURSES: |
| [CIS317](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS317?width=500&height=550) | Advanced Object-Oriented Programming Using C# | 3 |
| [CIS319](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS319?width=500&height=550) | Advanced Object-Oriented Programming Using Java | 3 |
| ONE OF THESE THREE COURSES: |
| [CIS480](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS480?width=500&height=550) | Software Development Capstone | 3 |
| [CIS490](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS490?width=500&height=550) | Bachelor’s Externship-CIS | 3 |
| ONE LECTURE COURSE AND CORRESPONDING LAB FROM THE FOLLOWING: |
| [CIS435](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS435?width=500&height=550) | SQL Server | 3 |
| [CIS435L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS435L?width=500&height=550) | SQL Server Lab | 1 |
| [CIS436](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS436?width=500&height=550) | Oracle with PL/SQL | 3 |
| [CIS436L](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS436L?width=500&height=550) | Oracle with PL/SQL Lab | 1 |

###  Mobile Development Track

 14 semester credit hours

 | Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| [CIS367](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS367?width=500&height=550) | Server-Side Scripting with ASP.NET | 3 |
| [CIS432](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS432?width=500&height=550) | Mobile App Development II | 3 |
| [CIS494](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS494?width=500&height=550) | Externship-CIS Sr. II | 2 |
| ONE OF THESE TWO COURSES: |
| [CIS214](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS214?width=500&height=550) | Object-Oriented Programming Using C# | 3 |
| [CIS218](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS218?width=500&height=550) | Object-Oriented Programming Using Java | 3 |
| ONE OF THESE TWO COURSES: |
| [CIS317](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS317?width=500&height=550) | Advanced Object-Oriented Programming Using C# | 3 |
| [CIS319](https://www.ecpi.edu/curriculum/CIS319?width=500&height=550) | Advanced Object-Oriented Programming Using Java | 3 |

   **Possible Outcomes**   Students majoring in Software Development in the bachelor’s degree in Computer & Information Science program could learn how to manage projects, design and write different computer programs, create interesting web pages, use and maintain databases, and install and secure computer networks. Students could also learn to provide excellent customer service when assisting customers and clients with technical issues.

 **Computer and Information Science Outcomes:**

- Use processes, tools, and technologies to support an organization
- Lead and work as a member of a technical team
- Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments
- Identify and use appropriate technical literature
- Engage in continuous professional development through user groups, associations, conferences, readings, research, and other channels.
- Develop and use ethical best practices in the maintenance and security of information and systems

 **Software Development Major Outcomes:**

- Use cloud computing tools
- Design and develop secure mobile solutions using object-oriented principles
- Develop integrated mobile systems solutions to access organizational databases
- Plan secure mobile solutions with customers

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