Microsoft Certified Application Developers are qualified to develop, test, deploy, and maintain department-level applications, components, Web or desktop clients, or database and network services using the latest Microsoft tools and technologies. Program training covers Visual C#.NET, Visual Basic.NET, ADO.NET, ASP.NET, XML and related technologies, XML Web Services, UDDI, SOAP, COM+, TCP/IP Network Programming, SQL, DTS, and many other multi-tiered related technologies. Our certified students become skilled in developing Windows-based and Business-to-Business, database-driven applications.
Ideal candidates for the MCAD.NET program include:
- Professionals wishing to extend their Microsoft skill set to take advantage of Microsoft's .NET initiative, much of which utilizes vendor neutral technology like XML and SOAP.
- Career changers: those wishing to switch fields by gaining industry credentials and employable skills.
- 2-year or 4-year graduates unable to find work because lack of experience.
- High School graduates wishing to find the fastest, most affordable way to become a professional programmer, developer, or project manager.
Gained Skill Set
Upon successful completion of the MCAD.NET certification program, you will be able to successfully:
- Develop, test, deploy, and maintain department-level applications.
- Develop, test, deploy, and maintain components.
- Develop, test, deploy, and maintain Web or desktop clients, or database and network services.
MCAD.NET Job Titles
The MCAD program qualifies and prepares you for numerous careers in the IT industry, including:
- Programmer
- Programmer/Analyst
- Software Developer
- Level 1 & 2 Tech support
MCAD Program Prerequisites
In addition to having a high school diploma (or equivalent), candidates for the MCAD track should have a basic understanding of the Windows operating system (either Windows 95, 98, NT 3.51, 4.0, 2000 or XP). Also, prior experience with network components is beneficial, but not required.