Computer Science: Applied Computer Science option, Associate of Science
Students who successfully complete an Associate of Science degree with an emphasis in Computer Science will be able to:
- Write programs using object-oriented data structures and object-oriented design; apply procedural programming paradigms to computer programs, and identify problems and design solutions to those problems.
- Develop algorithms to solve computer related problems and use various data structures as problem-solving tools. Those data structures will include arrays, stacks, queues, linked lists, trees and hash tables.
- Work effectively and communicate in a professional environment, both in writing and verbally, to solve problems within a group, a team and individually.
- Be prepared to transfer to an OUS school as a junior in the Computer Science program.
Requirements
General Education Requirements: 43
See the graduation requirements for the Associate of Science degree.
Program Requirements: 51
The following term-by-term plan represents a suggested pathway through the curriculum. The exact order in which the courses are taken may vary. Students are advised to speak with a faculty advisor to create a term-by-term plan that best fits their needs.
First Year
Fall Term
| CS 160 | Orientation to Computer Science | 4 |
| MTH 111 | College Algebra | 5 |
| WR 121 | English Composition | 3 |
| Biological Sciences | 4 |
MTH 111 and WR 121 satisfy general education requirements.
MTH 111 Four credits apply toward general education requirements; one credit applies toward program.
Winter Term
| CS 161 | Introduction to Computer Science I | 4 |
| MTH 112 | Trigonometry | 5 |
| WR 122 | English Composition: Argumentation | 3 |
| Literature & the Arts | 3 |
WR 122 satisfies a general education requirement.
Spring Term
Second Year
Fall Term
| CS 271 | Computer Architecture/Assembly Language | 4 |
| MTH 252 | Integral Calculus | 5 |
| Biological/Physical Science | 4 |
| Cultural Diversity | 3 |
Winter Term
| CS 133C | Programming in C | 4 |
| CS 290 | Web Development for CS Majors | 4 |
| MTH 231 | Elements Of Discrete Math | 4 |
| Social Processes & Institutions | 3 |
Spring Term
| CS 260 | Data Structures | 4 |
| WR 227 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| Difference Power & Discrimination | 3 |
| Physical Sciences | 4 |
| Western Culture | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 94