Computer Science, A.S.

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(CIP 11.0201)

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Purpose: This is a recommended course of study for students who plan to pursue a baccalaureate degree or higher in Computer Science. It does not prepare students for direct entry into a computer science related career field. Students should identify early the institution to which they intend to transfer for specific requirements. Transferability of courses is determined by the receiving institution.

First Year

First Semester

COSC 1436 - Programming Fundamentals I 4 Course Credits
ENGL 1301 - Composition I 3 Course Credits ⁺
Select 3 Course Credits from Mathematics Core Curriculum (Recommend MATH-1314 or MATH-2412) ⁺
Select 3 Course Credits from Social and Behavioral Science Core Curriculum ⁺ Credits / Units: 3

Semester Credits: 13

Second Semester

COSC 1437 - Programming Fund. II 4 Course Credits
ENGL 1302 - Composition II 3 Course Credits ⁺
GOVT 2306 - Texas Government 3 Course Credits ⁺
MATH 2413 - Calculus I 4 Course Credits ⁺

Semester Credits: 14

Third Semester

Select 3 Course Credits from Component Area Options - Group 1 or 2

Semester Credits: 3

Second Year

First Semester

HIST 1301 - United States History I 3 Course Credits ⁺
COSC 2436 - Programming Fundamentals III - Data Structure 4 Course Credits ^*
Select 3 Course Credits from Creative Arts Core Curriculum ⁺ Credits / Units: 3
PHYS 2425 - University Physics I 4 Course Credits ⁺

Semester Credits: 14

Second Semester

HIST 1302 - United States History II 3 Course Credits ⁺
COSC 2325 - Computer Organization 3 Course Credits
GOVT 2305 - Federal Government 3 Course Credits ⁺
Select 3 Course Credits from Language Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum ⁺ Credits / Units: 3
PHYS 2426 - University Physics II 4 Course Credits ⁺

Semester Credits: 16

Total Minimum Credits Required for AS Computer Science Degree: 60

NOTE: This pathway requires MATH 2413 - Calculus I which is the first mathematics course applicable to this degree. Some students may be required to take pre-requisite courses prior to course enrollment

⁺ Denotes core requirement. Speak with Department Chair or Pathways Advisor for proper course selection.* Capstone Course