The curriculum in the computer science program is designed to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program with a major in computer science or a related discipline.
This program covers algorithms, programming languages, computer architecture, operating systems, and humanities necessary for team and stakeholder interaction on projects.
Program Details
Computer Science, Engineering AS
CIP: 11.0701
Degree: Associate of Science (AS)
Program Code: 831
Program Length: Two year- four semesters
Minimum Credits: 62
Purpose:
The Associates of Science Degree Program in Computer Science is designed to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program with a major in computer science or a related discipline.
Program Requirements:
Students are urged to become acquainted with the requirements of the major department in the college or university to which transfer is contemplated, and to consult with the Student Services Office of the community college in planning their program and selecting electives. This program covers algorithms, programming languages, computer architecture, operating systems, and humanities necessary for team and stakeholder interaction on projects.
First Semester:
- ENG 111: College Composition I
- EGR 121: Foundations of Engineering
- SDV 100: College Success Skills
- HUM 1: Humanities/ Fine Arts Elective
- MTH 263: Calculus I
- CSC 221: Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming
Semester Total:
- Lecture Hours: 16
- Labs Hours: 0
- Course Credits: 16
Second Semester:
- ENG 112: College Composition II
- CST 100: Principles of Public Speaking
- MTH 264: Calculus II
- EGR 122: Engineering Design
- CSC 222: Object-Oriented Programming
Semester Total:
- Lecture Hours: 17
- Lab Hours: 0
- Course Credits: 17
Third Semester:
- CSC 205: Computer Organization
- PHY 241: University Physics I
- Elective: CSC Elective 3 Credits
- Elective: History Elective 3 Credits
Semester Total:
- Lecture Hours: 13
- Labs Hours: 4
- Course Credits: 13
Fourth Semester:
- MTH 288: Discrete Mathematics
- CSC 223: Data Structures and Analysis of Algorithms
- Elective: Social & Behavioral Science Elective 3 Credits
- PHI 220: Ethics
- HUM 1: Humanities/ Fine Arts Elective
Semester Total:
- Lecture Hours: 16
- Labs Hours: 0
- Course Credits: 16
Total Minimum Credits: 62
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Computer Science, Associate of Science
This program covers algorithms, programming languages, computer architecture, operating systems, and humanities necessary for team and stakeholder interaction on projects.
PAYING FOR COLLEGE
Southwest Virginia Community College has options to help you pay for a degree or certificate. A high percentage of students receive assistance through financial aid.
Learn about paying for college and current tuition-free programs here.
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