Computer Science (A.S)

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A.S. Degree: 63 Hours

This Associate of Science degree program prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university to major in a computer science-related degree program. Students will be introduced to a variety of topics such as algorithm design, data structures, computer programming, and structured mathematics. Since requirements vary at each four-year college or university, students should check with their faculty advisor or the school to which they intend to transfer to ensure they are taking the appropriate courses.

Computer Science Program Requirements - 29 Credit Hours

CIS-120 Problem Solving and Programming Concepts Credits: 3
CIS-150 C# Programming I Credits: 3
CIS-151 C# Programming II Credits: 3 or CIS 171
CIS-170 Java Programming I Credits: 3
CIS-230 Systems Analysis and Design Credits: 3 or CIS 235
CIS-250 Database and Query Credits: 3
CSC-140 C++ Programming Credits: 4
CSC-210 Data Structures Credits: 4
Related Elective: Credits: 3

General Education Requirements - 34 Credit Hours

COM-105 Public Speaking Credits: 3
ENG-101 Composition I Credits: 3
HLT-101 Lifetime Wellness Credits: 2
MTH-140 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I Credits: 5
MTH-141 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II Credits: 5
MTH-230 Linear Algebra Credits: 3
PHY-220 Physics Engrs & Scientists I Credits: 5
PHY-222 Physics Engrs & Scientists II Credits: 5
PLS-101 American Government and Politics Credits: 3 or HST 120

Note:

As required by Missouri law,all degree programs must include instruction in both the U.S. and the Missouri State Constitution. This can be satisfied by either PLS 101 or HST 120 .

Related Elective: May choose a course from the following areas: CIS 120 or higher, or CSC, or MTH 130 or higher,