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Software Development

Prepare for a career in software development with a strong foundation in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. You interact with software development fundamentals and emerging AI skills. Gain the technical depth and industry skills needed for your successful career. 

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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Our courses integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) into the foundation of coding, databases and systems design. You gain practical experience with Python, C#, Java, SQL and cloud-based tools. See how AI and ML are reshaping today’s technology landscape.

Industry Ready

With hands-on robotics learning, computer vision and cloud technologies, we make sure you build your confidence with AI and ML.

We guide you through software engineering industry best practices while preparing you for a competitive and stable job market. 

Industry-Recognized Certifications

We offer an emphasis on AI and machine learning within a full software development curriculum. You have opportunities to earn industry-recognized certifications.

  • NC3 Artificial Intelligence Certification
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS) Machine Learning Foundations
  • AWS Natural Language Processing

Your Future Career

Our program is designed to get you in the workforce faster than a four-year degree, but you do have transfer options. Your Software Development associate degree can lead you to future careers like:

  • Software developer
  • AI/ML technician
  • Data analyst

Classes You'll Take

These are some examples of courses in our Software Development program.

  • Technical Mathematics
  • HTML & CSS
  • Database Design and Management

    Software Development (Associate of Applied Science)

    AI Emphasis Track

    Earn the skills you need in Artificial Intelligence (AI) through Butler’s Software Development program. You can choose the traditional programming path or select the AI-Emphasis track. Our AI courses prepare you to directly enter this high demand job market following completion of the two-year degree.

    Butler's AI curriculum equips you with skills to automate systems and solve intricate problems for business and industry while providing practical insights into the application of AI concepts.

    Transfer Information

      Bachelor's Degree with Oklahoma State University

      How does an easy transfer to OSU's four-year program sound? Earn your two-year degree at Butler then seamlessly transfer to OSU for another two years to earn your bachelor's.

      Get Involved & Experience Leadership

      Ctrl-Alt-Elite Student Club

      Ctrl-Alt-Elite is a student organization designed to provide educational opportunities, including guest speakers, field trips, capture-the-flag competitions and internship opportunities to students seeking careers in web development, computer or cybersecurity/information technology (IT).

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