# Python Programming (Certificate of Specialization)

Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Computer Science

Source: https://catalog.cccd.edu/orange-coast/pathways/computers-computing/computer-science/python-programming-certificate-specialization/

Completion of this certificate, issued through the Business and Computing Division, will enable students to apply for entry-level positions in Python programming. A grade of “C” or better is required in all courses. All courses must be completed at Orange Coast College.

#### Program Outcome

#### Program Learning Outcomes

1.  Students who complete the program will be able to write programs in Python using classes, flow-of-control, and fundamental data structure.

### Requirements

Review Graduation Requirements.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | |  |
| **All courses must be completed at Orange Coast College.** | |  |
| CS A131 | Python Programming I | 3 |
| CS A231 | Python Programming II | 4 |
| **Total Units** | | **7** |

### Program Sequence

These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. **Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.**

**Year 1**

| Semester 1 | Units |
| --- | --- |
| CS A131 | Python Programming I | 3 |
|  | Units | 3 |

| Semester 2 |
| --- |
| CS A231 | Python Programming II | 4 |
|  | Units | 4 |
|  | Total Units | 7 |