Science, Specialization in Computer Science, AA&S

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Degree: Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in Science

Length: Four-semester (two-year) program

Purpose: The Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree Program in Science with a specialization in Computer Science is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program with a major in computer science or a related discipline.

Admission Requirements: In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into the Science program requires competency in English and Math Essentials MTE 1-9 as demonstrated through the placement and diagnostic tests, or by satisfactorily completing the required MTE units or equivalent.

Program Requirements: Students are urged to become acquainted with the requirements of the major department in the college or university to which transfer is contemplated and also to consult with the Student Services Office of the community college in planning their program and selecting electives. Note the guaranteed admission and articulation agreements referenced on Admissions apply only to students who complete the Associate Degree.

The following list is a suggested sequence in which students may plan their class schedules to ensure graduation in two years.

First Semester

ENG 111 College Composition I 3 credits
CSC 155 Computer Concepts and Applications 3 credits
or
ITE 115 Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts 3 credits
MTH 173 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I 5 credits
Elective Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits ⁵
SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 credits

Suggested Credits for Semester: 15

Second Semester

CSC 200 Introduction to Computer Science 4 credits
ENG 112 College Composition II 3 credits
MTH 174 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II 5 credits
Elective Social Science 3 credits ¹

Suggested Credits for Semester: 15

Third Semester

CSC 201 Computer Science 4 credits
CST 110 Introduction to Communication 3 credits
MTH 177 Intro. to Linear Algebra 2 credits
Elective History 3 credits ²
Elective Lab Science 4 credits ³

Suggested Credits for Semester: 16

Fourth Semester

CSC 202 Computer Science II 4 credits
Elective Health or Physical Education 1 credits
Elective Social Science 3 credits¹
Elective Literature 3 credits ⁴
Elective Lab Science 4 credits ³

Suggested Credits for Semester: 15

Total Minimum Credits Required for this Curriculum: 61

¹Courses may be chosen from the Social Science General Electives .

²Three credits of transfer History electives are required and can be chosen from HIS 101 , HIS 102 , HIS 111 , HIS 112 , HIS 121 , HIS 122 .

³PHY 241 and PHY 242 are recommended; however, courses may be chosen from the Science General Electives .

⁴Courses may be chosen from the Literature General Electives .

⁵Course may be chosen from the Humanities General Electives

*Requirements of four-year institutions may vary. Students should consult a counselor or their academic advisor to select electives that will satisfy baccalaureate major requirements. In addition, they should confirm with the college or university to which they plan to transfer that they will receive credit at the four-year institution.