Full-Stack Development Certificate Online

Undergraduate Certificate in Full-Stack Software Development

Offered By: College of Engineering and Technology

Gain a Foundation in Full-Stack Software Development

The Undergraduate Certificate in Full-Stack Web Development at Grand Canyon University is designed for individuals interested in gaining foundational skills in building web applications. This program provides hands-on experience with the tools and techniques needed to create full-stack web applications, covering everything from user interface (UI) design to data storage and management. You will be taught how to integrate these components using Java and Representational State Transfer (REST) technologies, providing a comprehensive knowledge of how modern web applications function.

Throughout the program, each course builds on the previous one, teaching you about the methodology and tools used in full-stack development. By the end of the program, you will have had an opportunity to develop a strong understanding of web technologies and the development process, to help prepare you to pursue opportunities in the field of web and application development.

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Join a Community of Full-Stack Developers

In this program, you'll explore practical skills in both front-end and back-end development, studying ways to build complete web applications. With guidance from knowledgeable instructors and a supportive peer community within the College of Engineering and Technology, you can work toward developing the skills and tools used by full-stack developers in the field.

Skills taught in this full-stack development certificate:

  • Apply object-oriented programming in Java to solve problems and implement algorithms
  • Program modern front-end and back-end frameworks for web development
  • Integrate frameworks with traditional enterprise technologies
  • Design and implement relational and non-relational database solutions
  • Write SQL queries, including sub-queries and views
  • Develop secure, high-performance web applications using Spring and Java

Our full-stack development certificate online option offers flexibility through a convenient format, allowing you to balance your education with other commitments. Full-stack developer courses offer an immersive, hands-on learning experience, even in an online format. You have the opportunity to gain practical skills by working on web applications, implementing algorithms and building modern database solutions from almost anywhere with internet.

TOTAL CREDITS & COURSE LENGTH:
Total Credits: 28
Online: 8 weeks
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TRANSFER CREDITS:
Up to 90 credits, only 84 can be lower division
TUITION RATE:
Online: $500 per credit
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Enter Into the Field of Web and Application Development

Skills gained from taking full-stack developer courses can help you prepare to contribute to database solutions in various professional settings. Coupled with an undergraduate or master’s degree in software development, this certificate may help you pursue the following careers:

  • Computer network support specialist
  • Computer programmer
  • Software developer
  • Software quality assurance analyst and tester
  • Web developer
  • Web and digital interface designer

Earn Your Undergraduate Certificate at an Accredited University

GCU has high academic standards and a strong focus on student support. As an institutionally accredited university, we have been continuously recognized by the Higher Learning Commission since 1968.

Frequently Asked Questions

We've compiled answers to common questions about our full-stack software development certificate online to help you understand how essential development skills can help enhance your career when building web applications in the tech industry.

This software development certificate online can be a valuable way to gain specialized skills in a short amount of time. It provides practical, hands-on education in programming and end-to-end development. While it may not replace a degree, it may help enhance your qualifications and open doors to new opportunities in the tech industry.

Software development can be challenging, but it can also be a rewarding field. It requires problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to think logically and creatively. The difficulty often depends on the complexity of the project, the technologies involved and your level of experience. With consistent practice and learning, you may find it becomes easier over time.

Implement End-to-End Software Solutions

Start your full-stack software developer certificate to gain the practical experience you need in today’s growing tech industry.

Major:
28 credits
Degree Requirements:
28 credits

Core Courses

Course Description

This course introduces the fundamental concepts and syntax of the web development languages including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The course focuses on foundation required to build complex dynamic web applications.

Course Description

This course introduces the fundamental concepts and syntax of the Java programming language. The course focuses on object-oriented techniques in Java with an emphasis on problem solving and fundamental algorithms.

Course Description

This course focuses on software development using the Java programming language. The course focuses on advanced object-oriented techniques in Java along with advanced topics including file I/O, generics, collections, multi-threading, networking, and unit testing. Prerequisite: CST-105.

Course Description

This course focuses on the development of dynamic web applications using the Spring framework and the Java programming language. Students employ design and programming methodologies to develop secure, high-performance, database driven applications. Prerequisite: CST-239 or CST-135.

Course Description

This course provides students with the technical skills required to design and implement a database solution using both relational and non-relational databases. Students use data definition language (DDL) to create and delete database objects, and data manipulation language (DML) to access and manipulate those objects. Students gain hands-on experience with database design, data normalization, SQL sub-queries, creating and using views, understanding and working with data dictionaries, and loading and unloading databases. The laboratory reinforces and expands learning of principles introduced in the lecture. Hands-on activities focus on writing code that implements concepts discussed in the lecture course, specifically creating databases and SQL queries. Prerequisite: CST-105 or CST-150.

Course Description

Using current development trends, students examine several front-end and back-end frameworks used to build web applications. Students learn how to program these modern frameworks, as well as how to integrate them using traditional enterprise technologies. Prerequisites: CST-120 and (CST-239 or CST-135) and (CST-345 or CST-236).

Course Description

This course examines cloud computing and its transformative impact on the IT industry. Students develop applications using a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model. The course examines the most important APIs used in leading industry cloud service providers. Students will learn how to use the cloud as the infrastructure for existing and new services. Prerequisite: CST-339.

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