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2018-2019 College Catalog 
    
2018-2019 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Computer Science (AS)


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Division of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This program enables students to practice developing larger applications and study computer architecture and operating systems. Students learn object-oriented and modular programming techniques, including the use, design, and analysis of data structures and associated algorithms. This program prepares students for transfer to a four-year institution so they may pursue a baccalaureate degree in computer science.

Upon successful completion, the Associate in Science Degree in Computer Science is awarded.

Program Learning Outcomes

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credits: 15


credits: 15


First Year: Semester 1 or 2


credits: 6


Second Year: Semester 1


credits: 15


Second Year: Semester 2


credits: 15


Second Year: Semester 1 or 2


  • Humanities Elective 3
    or
  • Social Science Elective 3

Total Credits: 69


Program Notes


This program qualifies as an Alternative Transfer Agreement (MassTransfer) with select public institutions in Massachusetts. For more information, visit www.mass.edu/masstransfer.

Humanities Electives:


Art, Communications, Film, Foreign Language, Humanities, Literature, Music, Oral Communication, Philosophy, Photography, Sign Language, Theater Arts

Social Science Electives:


Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Government, History, Law and Society (LA 230 ), Psychology, Sociology