The Computer Science curriculum prepares students for careers in computer programming and for transfer to state colleges and universities for further study in computer sciences or information science. The curriculum offers students both the theory and practical experience for entry level positions of employment. There are computer courses for non-science majors as well as science majors. Students should consult a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for transfer requirements.
The Computer Science curriculum meets the Data Processing Management Association mode curriculum for undergraduate computer information systems education.
C.S. - COMPUTER SCIENCE CONCENTRATION
A.A. or A.S. DEGREE
The curriculum in Computer Science concentration prepares students for transfer to many university Computer Science degree programs. See a counselor for specific transfer requirements. Students must fulfill major requirements and all Associate Degree Requirements for the A.A./A.S. degree.
C.S. - MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS CONCENTRATION
A.A. or A.S. DEGREE
The curriculum in Management Information Systems has special emphasis on development, installation, and maintenance of business software applications. Students must fulfill major requirements and all Associate Degree Requirements for the A.A./A.S. degree
C.S. - EMBEDDED SYSTEMS CONCENTRATION
CERTIFICATE
Successful completion of the curriculum in Embedded Systems concentration prepares students for entry-level programming positions in companies which manufacture products that have embedded microprocessors. A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree.
C.S. - WEB PROGRAMMING CONCENTRATION
CERTIFICATE
Successful completion of the curriculum in Web Programming Concentration prepares students for careers in Web design, access, and implementation, and for writing programs that can be run from the Internet. A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree.
DIVISION OFFICE: B 3
FACULTY: B. Brown, B. Cole, M. Dobeck, T. Owens
LIAISON COUNSELORS: B. Hawkes, Reyes Ortega, C. West