What high school classes should I take to become a computer programmer? (10 points best answer)?
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Question by endlessdark16: What high school classes should I take to become a computer programmer? (10 points best answer)?
I'm thinking about becomming a computer programmer. I'm a senior in high school right now and am thinking about taking classes to prepare me for college courses in computer programming. My school offers electives for Computer Programming 1, 2, and 3. But I was reading about college and it said you'd have to take Calculous 1 and 2. The only 2 math classes in high school I can take right now is either Trig or Probability and Statistics.
Which classes would you guys suggest I take? A math class or the computer programming classes?
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Answer by Lou O
You are going to have to take all your gen eds first (Math, speech, english...) I would take your math first. You will definetly need this before programming.
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The information for recommended classes to take are on http://www.careercruising.com, but that site is limited to a user name and a password and includes a fee, but since I can get access to the site, this is what I says about a computer programmer:
Education & Training
While in high school, try to take as many math and computer courses as possible, especially programming courses.
Though there are no specific academic qualifications that you must have to work as a programmer, most employers now expect job applicants to have a certain level of academic training. Bachelor’s degrees are commonly required, although some programmers may qualify for certain jobs with 2 year degrees or certificates. Most systems programmers have bachelor’s degrees in computer science.
Colleges and private vocational schools offer a wide variety of degrees and diplomas designed to prepare people for careers in computer programming. The most common programs for computer programmers include computer science, computer science engineering, and business programming. In addition, disciplines like mathematics and business administration have developed strong computer-programming components.
Employers are primarily interested in programming knowledge, and computer programmers can become certified in a programming language such as C++ or Java. A huge range of certification programs are available, including those provided by colleges, vocational schools, and software companies.
Generally speaking, the more education you have, the greater your options in this field.
Related College & University Programs
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Computer Programming, Vendor/Product Certification
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Other Suggested Qualifications
In the current job market, it is very important to combine your knowledge of computers with another subject or discipline. Financial companies, for example, prefer to hire programmers who have business experience. Similarly, engineering firms tend to hire programmers with a background in engineering, and hospitals like to hire programmers who know something about health and the way the medical system works.
Computer programmers must be able to think both logically and creatively and concentrate for many hours at a time. They must pay close attention to detail because any minor error in the computer code can create major problems.
Suggested High School Subjects
Grade 9
English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies - Geography
Creative Arts
Business
Computers
Health & Physical Education
Grade 10
English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies - History
Business
Computers
Electronics & Communications Technology
Grade 11
English
Mathematics
Probability & Statistics
Physics
Law & Government
Business & Management
Computer Programming
Computer Science
Electronics & Communications Technology
Grade 12
English
Algebra
Calculus
Physics
Economics
Business & Management
Computer Programming
Computer Science
Electronics & Communications Technology
Important:
» Check with your counselor to make sure that your course selections satisfy your graduation requirements
» Courses available may vary from school to school.
In addition, here is an advice from a computer programmer from the website:
John: “If you’re not already a computer-literate, technically-oriented person before you go into a college computer programming course, you’re probably not going to be qualified for a programming job when you graduate. College can only deliver so much. You need to be prepared before you get there, and interested before you get there.”
i would take math class because once your done with high school they have colleges where they can teach you to become a computer programmer
good luck!