Computer Science, Associate of Science
1. Apply knowledge of computing, mathematical and scientific reasoning to a variety of computational problems while analyzing and developing solutions.
2. Develop proficiency in the practice of computing by applying the fundamental principles and methods of Computer Science to a wide range of applications and Design.
3. Use problem-solving skills and the knowledge of computer science to solve real problems by using current techniques, skills and tools necessary for computing practice.
4. Think critically and creatively, both independently and with others while working and communicating effectively on teams both orally and in writing to design and implement solutions to computational problems
Major Code: 1701S
**Alternative plans of study available by contacting your advisor
Fall Semester Freshman Year
| MATH 170 | Calculus 1* | 5 Credits |
| COMS 229 | Computer Science and Programming 1 | 4 Credits |
| COMS 229L | Computer Science & Programming 1 Lab* | 0 Credits |
| GNED 101 | Introduction to General Education | 3 Credits |
| ENGL 101 | Writing and Rhetoric I | 3 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Spring Semester Freshman Year
| SOCS GE | Any Gen. Ed. Social and Behavioral Way of Knowing Course | 3 Credits |
| MATH 175 | Calculus 2* | 4 Credits |
| COMS 250 | Computer Science and Programming 2 | 4 Credits |
| COMS 250L | Computer Science & Programming 2 Lab* | 0 Credits |
| ENGL 102 | Writing and Rhetoric II* | 3 Credits |
| HUMA GE | Any Gen. Ed. Humanistic & Artistic Way of Knowing Course | 3 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 17 |
Fall Semester Sophomore Year
| COMM 101 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication | 3 Credits |
| SOCS GE2 | Any 2nd Gen. Ed. Social and Behavioral Way of Knowing Course | 3 Credits |
| MATH 176 | Discrete Mathematics* | 4 Credits |
| SCIG GE | Any Gen. Ed. Science Course | 3-4 Credits |
| COMS 260 | Comp. Organization & Architecture* | 3 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16-17 |
Spring Semester Sophomore Year
Please talk to the program advisor for more information on recommended coursed based on your area of interest and transfer institution. See note below.
| HUMA GE2 | Any 2nd Gen. Ed. Humanistic & Artistic Way of Knowing Course | 3 Credits |
| SCIG GE2 | Any 2nd Gen. Ed. Science Course | 4 Credits |
PROG ELEC
| Program Electives | 3 Credits |
| WELL GE | Any Gen. Ed. Wellness Elective | 2 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
*Prerequisite or Corequisite required
Social Science courses must be from 2 different disciplines.
Humanities courses must be from 2 different disciplines.
Science courses must be from 2 different disciplines. Recommended courses to fulfill the 2nd science general education course requirement: CHEM 101, CHEM 111, BIOL 201, BIOL 227, GEOL 101, PHYS 211. Please talk to the program advisor for more information on recommended courses based on your area of interest and transfer institution. Some of these courses are 5-credit courses bringing total number of credits for the semester to 13.
PROGRAM ELECTIVES
Please talk to the program advisor for recommended program electives based on your transfer institution.
| ENGL 202 | Technical Communication* | 3 Credits |
| MATH 230 | Introduction to Linear Algebra* | 3 Credits |
| COMS 253 | Intro to Systems Programming* | 3 credits |
Total Credit Hours: 60-61