Computer Science
Program Description
The Associate in Science degree program in Computer Science is designed for students of mathematics and science who wish to pursue a B.S. degree in Computer Science at senior colleges and universities. Its a goal to prepare the students for a successful transfer into such degree programs.
The curriculum is structured to emphasize scientific applications and the theoretical concepts which underlie computer design and development, languages, and systems. The program provides the core courses that would be encountered in the first two years of study at most four-year institutions.
Associate degree core courses in calculus, linear algebra, discrete math, digital electronics, computer science, data structures and assembly language programming constitute the nucleus of this program. Selected courses in the liberal arts support and enhance this central core.
To initiate this plan of study, students must have tested into college algebra (MAT 121) or higher on the Mathematics placement test. Students who do not meet the math requirement can be successful in reaching their academic goals by taking foundation courses and extending the program to three years.
Admission Criteria
Admission to this program requires that students be high school graduates or have high school equivalency diplomas (GEDs). If students are not high school graduates, they may be eligible for admission to the College's 24 Credit Hour Program. If students are home schooled, they may be eligible for admission.