Program Basics

Program Overview

The Applications Development (AD) BAS degree at North Seattle College (NSC) prepares students for entry-level roles in:

• Software Development
• Mobile Development
• Software Testing / Quality Assurance Engineering
• Related technical disciplines

The AD program emphasizes hands-on learning built around four core technical tracks:

• Web Development
• Mobile Development
• Data Science
• Cloud Computing

🔗 Find more information about the AD BAS degree on the official NSC site: North Seattle AD Program

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Mission Statement

Our team operates as a collaborative, student-driven organization that mimics real-world tech environments. We are committed to fulfilling our roles with integrity, empathy, and mutual respect.

While no one holds hierarchical authority, we strive to communicate openly, embrace accountability, and support one another in achieving shared goals. By working together graciously and purposefully, we aim to deliver high-quality results while fostering a professional and growth-oriented culture.

Our Commitment

We commit to the following principles:

1. Open and Clear Communication
2. Mutual Support and Collaboration
3. Ownership and Accountability
4. Delivery of High-Quality Results
5. Growth through Feedback and Mentorship

We aim to foster a professional, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture where all team members can succeed.

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Practicum Expectations

All practicum students—Engineers, PMs, Leads, and support roles are expected to adhere to the following professional standards:

Expectation	Description
Communicate Clearly & Respectfully	Use Slack actively, respond to questions, and proactively update your team on progress or blockers.
Show Professionalism	Treat the practicum like a real workplace. Meet deadlines, attend meetings, and follow established workflows.
Support Your Cohort	Ask questions, help others, and assume positive intent. We win as a team.
Honor Commitments	Life happens—communication prevents stalls and surprises. Communicate immediately when you cannot honor a commitment.
Follow Git & GitHub Workflows	Branching, PRs, reviews, issues, and documentation are core to our work.
Stay Engaged	The practicum’s value comes from active participation in meetings, retrospectives, discussions, and project work.