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Computer Science • Associate in Arts

Transfer Program

Colleague Code: AA.CSCI

Curriculum Code: AAD 100

Program Information:

  • Students seeking a computer science education play a vital role in today's organizations and businesses. 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.
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  • 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 a Student Success Coach.

Recommended Course Sequence:

First Semester:

CSC 100Understanding Technology Today

3

CSC 105Computer Applications and Concepts

3

Life Science Selection

3-4

 

MAT 131Calculus and Analytic Geometry I

5

OR

MAT 113College Algebra

4

Second Semester:

CSC 125Computer Programming Concepts

3

EGL 101Composition I

3

MAT 141Introductory Statistics

4

Fine Arts Selection

3

Social Science Selection

3

Third Semester:

CSC 170Computer Science I

3

CMN 101Public Speaking Fundamentals

3

 

ECO 110Elements of Economics

3

OR

ECO 131Principles of Economics I (Microeconomics)

3

OR

ECO 132Principles of Economics II (Macroeconomics)

3

 

EGL 102Composition II

3

Humanities Selection

3

Fourth Semester:

CSC 270Computer Science II

3

Humanities or Fine Arts Selection

3

MAT 220Discrete Structures

3

Physical Science Selection

3-4

Social Science Selection

3

Course Requirements:

Required General Education Courses

Please see your Student Success Coach for course planning.

CMN 101Public Speaking Fundamentals

3

EGL 101Composition I

3

EGL 102Composition II

3

Total Credit Hours:9

Recommended General Education Courses

ECO 110Elements of Economics

3

OR

ECO 131Principles of Economics I (Microeconomics)

3

OR

ECO 132Principles of Economics II (Macroeconomics)

3

 

MAT 141Introductory 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 Student Success Coach for options.

Recommended Program Courses

CSC 100Understanding Technology Today

3

CSC 105Computer Applications and Concepts

3

CSC 125Computer Programming Concepts

3

CSC 170Computer Science I

3

CSC 270Computer Science II

3

MAT 131Calculus and Analytic Geometry I

5

MAT 220Discrete Structures

3

Total Credit Hours:23

MAT 131 is recommended, however MAT 113 could be taken in it's place.

NOTE: All courses in this paradigm may only be used once to fulfill credit hour requirements.

Total Credit Hours: 61-63