Coding Technology Mississippi Curriculum Framework

Coding Technology Mississippi Curriculum Framework CIP: 11.0202 Computer Programming, Specific Applications. April 2026 Published by: Mississippi Community College Board Division of Workforce, Career, and Technical Education 3825 Ridgewood Road Jackson, MS 39211 Phone: 601‐432‐6155 Email: Curriculum Email Faculty Writing Team Members Curtis Beckman, Meridian Community College JaLisa Estes, Northeast Mississippi Community College Brittany Cohen, Northeast Mississippi Community College Robin Hayes, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Jennifer Villiard, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Vic Gauthreaux, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Frank Cleveland, Northwest Mississippi Community College David Rose, Hinds Community College Frank Hamman, Pearl River Community College Jeff McCoy, Pearl River Community College Said Otwane, Pearl River Community College Administrator Writing Team Members Jason Mattox, Associate VP of CTE, Northeast Mississippi Community College Barry Emison, Dean of CTE, Itawamba Community College Dawn Buckley, Assistant Dean of Teaching and Learning, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Millie Bordelon, Associate VP of Community Campus and CTE, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Rod Tolbert, VP of Instruction, Jones College Dr. Amy Townsend, CTE Dean, Pearl River Community College Dr. David Collum, CTE Dean, Pearl River Community College Business and Industry Contributing Team Members Brayden Coleman, Information Technology Coordinator, Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science, Columbus, MS Aaron Brooks, Director of Information Systems, Mississippi University for Women, Columbus, MS Steven Eaton, Cybersecurity Incident Response Analyst, Evolver Inc., Reston, VA Erin Weaver, Technology Coordinator, George County School District, Lucedale, MS Allen Fretz, IT Program Manager, Paccar Engine Company, Columbus, MS Jodi Harris, Sr Director of Enterprise Public Sector, Verkada, Ocean Springs, MS Tylon Malone, Computer Technician, West Point Consolidated School District, West Point, MS Brent M. Shields, Columbus AFB Network & Data Center Manager, Abacus Technology Corp, Columbus, MS Nick Jackson, IT Systems Administrator, Relias Healthcare, Tupelo, MS William Alford, System Administrator, City of Starkville, Starkville, MS Office of Curriculum and Instruction Team Members Dr. Scott Kolle, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Mississippi Community College Board Ms. Eboni Mangum, Curriculum Specialist, Mississippi Community College Board Demarius Tolliver, Curriculum Specialist, Mississippi Community College Board Dr. LaToya Sterling, Assistant Director for Professional Development and Training, Mississippi Community College Board The Office of Curriculum and Instruction (OCI) was founded in 2013 under the Division of Workforce, Career, and Technical Education at the Mississippi Community College Board (MCCB). The office is funded through a partnership with The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE), who serves as Mississippi’s fiscal agent for state and federal Career and Technical Education (CTE) Funds. The OCI is tasked with developing statewide CTE curriculum, programming, and professional development designed to meet the local and statewide economic demand. Copyright© 2026 by Mississippi Community College Board For information, please contact Curriculum Email Contents National Certification Standards Industry certifications listed within this program framework are recommended but not required for degree completion. Local institutions may choose to offer, prepare students for, or require specific certifications based on regional workforce needs, employer input, or available resources. Please check with your local community college for additional certifications. The Coding Technology content is aligned to introductory certifications for individuals considering a career in technology. These certifications address a wide spectrum of fundamental technical concepts, assesses and validates your core technical knowledge, and enhances your technical credibility. A variety of widely recognized industry certifications, including but not limited to: • Microsoft Certifications General Certification Catalog: Microsoft Certifications • Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certifications General Certification Catalog: Amazon Certification • CompTIA Certifications General Certification Catalog: CompTIA Certifications • Cisco Certifications General Certification Catalog: Cisco Training Certifications • Google Career Certificates / Google Cloud Certifications General Certification Catalog: Google Certification • Oracle Certifications General Certification Catalog: Oracle Certification • PCEP/PCAP from python institute: Python Institute Website Industry Job Projection Data A summary of occupational data is available from the Mississippi Department of Employment Security. MDES Labor Market Information Articulation Check with the local community college CTE administration for articulation agreements. Industry Credentials, Certifications, and Professional Licensure As curricula are revised or developed for Career Technical Education (for credit) programs at Mississippi’s community colleges, appropriate industry credentials/certifications/professional licensure are identified (where applicable). Each community college cooperating with businesses/industries in their college district determines if and when industry credentials/certifications/professional licensure are warranted. Contact each community college for more information. Dual Enrollment See the “Procedures Manual for Dual Enrollment and Accelerated Programs” Mississippi Dual Enrollment Research Abstract In the spring of 2025, the Office of Curriculum and Instruction (OCI) met with the different industry members, State agencies, and community colleges in an effort to give insight on the importance and necessity of this program. The committee members collaborated together in determining the structure of the program and its courses. An industry questionnaire was used to gather feedback concerning the trends and needs, both current and future, of their field. Program faculty, administrators, and industry members were consulted regarding industry workforce needs and trends. Industry advisory team members from the college involved with this program were asked to give input related to the creation of this curriculum framework. A curriculum writing meeting was convened in February 2025 and attended by faculty, administrators, and industry members. During the writing meeting, the curriculum was aligned to the 30/45/60 model allowing for a stackable credentials model whereby Students can earn a career certificate, technical certificate, and an Associate of Applied Science degree. Revision