Frequently Asked Questions

Code 101, Code 102, and Code 201 are designed for beginners and developers who are exploring careers in tech and want practical, real-world training in the fundamentals of software development. Code 301 focuses on intermediate training in the languages and technologies that software developers work with every day, such as APIs, SQL, and AJAX, plus more advanced projects in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Code 401 courses take intermediate developers and train them in a specific programming language (plus tools and best practices) to help them land high-paying jobs in the tech industry. Graduates of Code 401 courses are ready to hit the ground running as full-blown software developers in tech companies or startups of their own.

Yes! Due to COVID-19, we have transitioned from “in-person” to online classes. Once we are able to teach “in-person” classes again, we will open our Cedar Rapids classroom, but still allow remote learning for those students not local to Cedar Rapids.

Our new online platform has the following features:

• Attend class from anywhere. Whether from the comfort of your home, private office, cabin in the woods, if you have an internet connection you are all set to join
• Whiteboarding with interactive co-annotation
• Polls for tracking progress
• Learn from full-time expert Instructors over an interactive real-time video feed
• No pre-recorded videos or boring slide decks!
• Receive real-time feedback on projects and assignments
• Collaborate and interact with fellow students in virtual breakout groups
• Interactive lab time hosted by instructional staff in small group settings.
• Develop a truly global network of like-minded individuals
• Daily attendance and feedback on assignments for the same accountability of in-person classes

DeltaV Code and Digital Marketing School offers you hands-on instruction in a cohort of other class members. This provides you with real-world experience in pair programming, working as part of a team, live presentations, and conceiving and developing software programs from scratch. Additionally, you receive the motivating support and encouragement of our talented staff and your classmates almost every day for the duration of the course. Resume-building, career workshops, and mock job interviews round out the unique DeltaV experience.

Yes! We now offer Code 102 with a self-paced option. Get it done on YOUR schedule. Access recorded lecture videos and live chat with peers. Finish class in under a month, on your own timeline, with scheduled screen-share support from your instructor.

For more information and for the exact schedule, please visit Code 102 Self-paced.

New for 2020, we now offer DeltaV Code 201 as a Night and Weekend option.

For more information, see Code 102 Nights and Weekends, Code 201 Nights and Weekends, and Code 301 Nights and Weekends.

In our Daytime track, students will be at DeltaV Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (and often longer).
Class time focuses on lectures, whiteboard practices, and “reverse classroom” discussions about your code. Lab time spent in group projects, on homework, and getting one-on-one help from instructors and TAs.

Project weeks deviate from this schedule to focus on your group projects. This is an opportunity to work with other students on a larger project that adds to your experience and resume. You and fellow classmates work in the co-working space with instructors, co-instructors, and TAs nearby.

The course uses additional textbooks and online readings, lessons, and tutorials, plus various assignments and quizzes. Group projects and pair programming also add to your experience and education.

Throughout Code 401 courses, students also hear from guest speakers or learn from our career development curriculum.

DeltaV Code and Digital Marketing School provides only a pass/fail transcript and does not assign letter grades to each student. However, to monitor student progress throughout each program, DeltaV Code School uses a point-based grading system that is introduced to the students on the first day of each program.

Students receive a specified number of points for assignments, quizzes, projects, participation, lighting talks, and/or other deliverables during the program. Program instructors maintain and update point totals throughout the program such that students can log in to the system and view their scores.

Instructors do not assign grades on any curve or adjusted system; all points are assigned completely based on completion of assignments and quality of work and energy invested.

Code 201, Code 301, and Code 401 students who maintain point totals of less than 90% of their potential points are considered to be underperforming. Because of the wide variety of circumstances and possible appropriate remedies, DeltaV Code School gives its instructors broad latitude for handling students with grades below 90%.

For example, students with less than 70% of available points in a course can be excused from the program. Students between 70% and 90% may be given a verbal or written warning, if it appears they will have difficulty in completing the course. Generally, students who fail a course retake it for a satisfactory grade.

You will be a part of a team who completed a full stack application, that is live and should be used during the employment process and a way to show off your new skill sets.