Program Information:
Students seeking a computer science education play a vital role in this technology. They code software that streamlines business processes and enhances customer service; create and maintain computer networks for businesses; develop big data systems that contribute to informed decision making; and implement cyber-security protections that prevent unwanted data intrusions. This degree will prepare students for transfer to a four-year university.
- Students planning to transfer are recommended to verify senior-institution requirements, which vary.
- This program is appropriate for students wishing to utilize computer science in a business setting.
- Provides a rigorous program recommended by the nation’s leading computer science societies.
For Program Information Contact:
Math and Computer Science Department at 217-786-2326 or 217-786-2386 or see an academic advisor.
Course Requirements:
Required General Education Courses
Please see your advisor for course planning.
Recommended General Education Courses
| ECO 110 | Elements of Economics | 3 |
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| ECO 131 | Principles of Ecomomics I (Microeconomics) | 3 |
| OR | |
| ECO 132 | Principles of Economics II (Macroeconomics) | 3 |
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| MAT 141 | Introductory Statistics | 4 |
| Fine Arts Selection | 3-4 |
| Humanities Selection | 3-4 |
| Humanities or Fine Arts Selection | 3 |
| Life Science Selection | 3-4 |
| Physical Science Selection | 3-4 |
| Social Science Selection | 3 |
| Social Science Selection | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 29-31 |
A minimum of seven (7) credits must be earned in both the life and physical science areas; must be selected from the list of General Education Core Curriculum courses and must include one laboratory course.
Social science credits must be earned in at least two areas; see catalog or advisor for options.
Recommended Program Courses
| CSC 175 | Computer Science I | 3 |
| CSC 176 | Computer Science II | 3 |
| Mathematics Selection | 3-5 |
| Track Program Course | 3 |
| Track Program Course | 3-4 |
| Track Program Course | 3-4.5 |
| Track Program Course | 3-4.5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 21-27.0 |
Mathematics Selection: Select one course from the following courses: MAT 105, MAT 130 or MAT 131
Select one of the track options listed below.
Programming Track Program Courses
| CAS 121 | Computer Applications and Concepts | 3 |
| CDD 120 | Systems Analysis | 3.5 |
| CNC 142 | Introduction to Ethics, Security and Networking | 4.5 |
| CPC 115 | Computer Programming Concepts | 3 |
Networking Track Program Courses
| CNC 115 | CISCO Academy I | 3 |
| CNC 142 | Introduction to Ethics, Security and Networking | 4.5 |
| CNC 240 | Introduction to Microsoft Server | 3 |
| CSC 115 | Understanding Technology Today | 3 |
Database Track Program Courses
| CAS 121 | Computer Applications and Concepts | 3 |
| CNC 142 | Introduction to Ethics, Security and Networking | 4.5 |
| CPC 175 | Database Design | 3 |
| CPC 275 | Advanced Database | 3 |
CISCO Track Program Courses
Computer Science Track Program Courses
| CNC 115 | CISCO Academy I | 3 |
| CNC 142 | Introduction to Ethics, Security and Networking | 4.5 |
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| CSC 115 | Understanding Technology Today | 3 |
| OR | |
| CAS 121 | Computer Applications and Concepts | 3 |
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| CSC 275 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 |
Security Track Program Courses
| CNC 142 | Introduction to Ethics, Security and Networking | 4.5 |
| CNC 241 | Security Plus | 3 |
| CNC 244 | Cybersecurity | 3 |
| CSC 115 | Understanding Technology Today | 3 |
Electronics Track Program Courses
| CNC 142 | Introduction to Ethics, Security and Networking | 4.5 |
| ELT 111 | Mechatronics Circuits I | 4.5 |
| ELT 116 | Mechatronics Circuits II | 4 |
| ELT 222 | PC Troubleshooting | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 60-67