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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.
  • 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.
     

To learn more about this program and view contact information, visit Computer Science or see a Student Success Advisor. 

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 Advisor 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 Advisor 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