Associate of Science in Computer Science

The Associate of Science in Computer Science degree program prepares students for entry-level positions in the computing field, with particular emphases placed on software development. The skills taught include programming logic, object-oriented programming, applications development, database applications, security concepts, and network and computer architecture.

The Associate of Science in Computer Science degree requires completion of twenty (20) courses for sixty (60) credits. The same course may not be used to fulfill multiple requirements in general education and major areas of this degree program.

Program Objectives

Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental concepts and theories of computer science including issues of computability, data organization, binary data manipulation, data storage, and data retrieval.
Collaborate with key players to identify user requirements and functionality for development pro- jects.
Utilize various problem-solving and critical-thinking techniques to design and develop computer applications.
Communicate meaningfully in interpersonal, professional, and industry environments.
Apply numeracy and economic reasoning skills in business and industry settings.
Function effectively as a member of a team in business and industry environments.
Utilize high-level, computer languages that incorporate object-oriented design techniques.
Develop complex computer applications to meet consumer specifications.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of concept and theories of computer science.
Demonstrate required general education knowledge and skills requisite for an accredited associate’s degree.

Associate of Science in Computer Science

Course No.	Course Name	Prerequisites	Credits
BA201	Introduction to Business	None	3
BA272	Microeconomics	BA201	3
CM101	Principles of Communication	None	3
CM110	Developing Critical Thinking Skills	None	3
CM220	Presentation Skills	None	3
CM285	Diversity and Inclusion	CM101	3
CS110	Introduction to Computers	None	3
CS277	Object Oriented Programming	CS110	3
CS301	Front End Foundations and Technology Lab	CS110	3
CS370	Test Driven Development/ Behavior Driven Development	CS110	3
CS382	Database Systems	CS110	3
CS384	Advanced Object Oriented	CS277	3
CS410	Web Application Development Programming	CS110	3
CS491	Systems Analysis and Design and UML Development	CS110	3
CS497	Advanced Web Development	CS410	3
EN111	Composition I	None	3
GS150	General Biology	None	3
MA125	College Algebra	None	3
PF101	Academic Strategies	None	3
PY141	General Psychology	None	3
		Total Credits Required	60