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Computer Science AS

Purpose

The Computer Science program is designed primarily for those students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution and major in computer science.

Program Outcomes

A graduate should be able to:

  • design solutions to quantitative problems by applying algorithm design.
  • design solutions to quantitative problems using programming support tools.
  • exhibit an ability to communicate effectively in a professional technical environment.
  • demonstrate an understanding of professional, ethical, legal, and security issues for programming professionals.
  • demonstrate knowledge of mathematical principles required for work in computer science.
  • construct program solutions using various data structures and testing techniques complete with supporting documentation and testing plans.
  • construct program solutions that include testing techniques, testing plans, and supporting documentation.

Curriculum

First Semester

ENG 101 English Composition I 3
HIS History of Western Civilization 103, 105, or 107 3
Elective Mathematics 3
CIS 111 Computer Science I: Programming and Concepts 3
Elective Economics, Geography or Political Science 3
(15 Credit Hours)

Second Semester

ENG 102 English Composition II 3
Elective History 3
MAT 125 Discrete Mathematics 3
CIS 111 B Computer Science II: Object-Oriented Programming 3
Elective Anthropology, Psychology or Sociology 3
(15 Credit Hours)

Third Semester

Elective Humanities 3
MAT 190 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 4
Elective Lab Science 4
CIS 112 Computer Science III: Data Structures
and Algorithms		 3
(14 Credit Hours)

Fourth Semester

Elective Humanities 3
MAT 201 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 4
Elective Elective 3
CIS 126 Assembler 3
Elective Exercise Science and Wellness 3
(16 Credit Hours)

TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS CREDIT: 60

Students should confer with their advisor or a counselor before or during the first semester to be certain that the specific electives taken are the best choices for the four-year institution(s) of their choice.

Academic Advising

Professional academic advisors are available to assist you with your academic advising needs. Advising services are available for all full-time and part-time students. Email advising@mc3.edu

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