Computer Systems • Associate in Applied Science
Occupational Program
Colleague Code: AAS.CISNT
Curriculum Code: CNC 130
Program Information:
This computer science degree will prepare students to pursue entry level technology careers in computer programming, networking and cybersecurity after completion. It also requires the development of communication skills and basic math necessary for the field of computer science.
- This program is for students wishing to seek a computer science career upon completion.
- It provides the knowledge and skills required for entry level computer programming or entry level networking in commercial and governmental workplace settings.
- Career cluster includes computer specialist, application developer, PC specialist, network administration, cybersecurity analyst, database developer, and computer consultant.
- This applied science program of study must be taken in its entirety to meet degree requirements.
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 100 | Understanding Technology Today | 3 |
| CSC 105 | Computer Applications and Concepts | 3 |
| CSC 125 | Computer Programming Concepts | 3 |
| CSC 130 | IT Essentials | 3 |
| MAT 104 | General Education Mathematics | 3 |
| OR | |
| MAT 105 | Quantitative Literacy | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Semester:
| CSC 131 | Introduction to Networks | 3 |
| CSC 140 | Introduction to Ethics and IT Security | 3 |
| CSC 150 | Introduction to Relational Database | 3 |
| Computer Science Course Selection | 3 |
| MAT 113 | College Algebra | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Third Semester:
| CMN 101 | Public Speaking Fundamentals | 3 |
| CSC 141 | Introduction to Linux Operating Systems | 3 |
| CSC 250 | Relational Database Design | 3 |
| CSC 260 | Systems Analysis | 3 |
| Computer Science Course Selection | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Fourth Semester:
| CSC 240 | Introduction to Microsoft Server | 3 |
| EGL 101 | Composition I | 3 |
| Computer Science Course Selection | 3 |
| Computer Science Course Selection | 3 |
| Humanities or Fine Arts Selection | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Note: All courses in this paradigm may only be used once to fulfill required credit hours for this program.
Course Requirements:
Required General Education Courses
Please see your Student Success Advisor for course planning.
| CMN 101 | Public Speaking Fundamentals | 3 |
| EGL 101 | Composition I | 3 |
| | |
| MAT 104 | General Education Mathematics | 3 |
| OR | |
| MAT 105 | Quantitative Literacy | 3 |
| | |
| MAT 113 | College Algebra | 4 |
| Humanities or Fine Arts Selection | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Required Program Courses
| CSC 100 | Understanding Technology Today | 3 |
| CSC 105 | Computer Applications and Concepts | 3 |
| CSC 125 | Computer Programming Concepts | 3 |
| CSC 130 | IT Essentials | 3 |
| CSC 131 | Introduction to Networks | 3 |
| CSC 140 | Introduction to Ethics and IT Security | 3 |
| CSC 141 | Introduction to Linux Operating Systems | 3 |
| CSC 150 | Introduction to Relational Database | 3 |
| CSC 240 | Introduction to Microsoft Server | 3 |
| CSC 250 | Relational Database Design | 3 |
| CSC 260 | Systems Analysis | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 33 |
Computer Science Course Selection
Choose twelve (12) credits from the courses listed below.
NOTE: All courses in this paradigm may only be used once to fulfill required credit hours for this program.