Computer and Information Science/Computer Science, A.A.S. (Information Technology)

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The Computer and Information Science Technology program emphasizes the development of data processing skills needed by professional analysts and programmers. The training will qualify students to assume positions with business and industry employing computer technology for the resolution of data processing problems. Special emphasis will be placed on programming skills, structured design concepts, data base management concepts, system skills and system design and analysis.

Graduate requirement: minimum 2.0 GPA in CPSC courses. Also offered under this program is a concentration in computer networking.

This program is designed for the student who does not intend to transfer to a baccalaureate degree program.

Degree: Associate of Applied Science

Emphasis: Information Technology

General Education Requirements (16 hours)

Communication

Humanities and/or Fine Arts

Approved General Education Humanities/Fine Arts elective¹3 credits

Behavioral/Social Sciences

ECON 2110 - Principles of Economics I

Mathematics

MATH 1530♦ - Probability and Statistics (CC)

Concentrations (30 hours)

Additional electives - Choose 14 credits from the following:

²See note below.

With advisor approval student will select 14 hours from the following:

Total Credit Hours 60

¹General Education electives in each category must be chosen from approved courses listed in the General Education Program .

²Students should consult a faculty advisor to determine appropriate course selections transferable to specific institutions.

Note(s):

Students are required to meet computer competency during the first 30 hours of coursework. CPSC 1100 satisfies the college’s computer science requirement.
Developmental education courses must be taken every semester until completed.