Computer Science, A.S. Transfer Major - Year Two Pathway

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After completing the STEM - Year One Pathway , students who complete the Computer Science A.S., Transfer Major - Year Two Pathway will meet the requirements to earn an Associate in Science degree and will be prepared to transfer to Iowa State University, University of Iowa, or University of Northern Iowa in order to continue their studies in Computer Science and earn a four-year degree.

While this degree is designed to provide a seamless transition to a four-year university, students should also refer to the specific admissions and transfer requirements of their transfer institution.

Required Courses/Suggested Schedule

Year One

First Term

CSC - 142 Introduction to Computer Science (4 s.h.) #
ENG - 105 Composition I (3 s.h.)
MAT - 121 College Algebra (4 s.h.) *
SDV - 199 College Essentials (1 s.h.)
Humanities or Social Science elective (3 s.h.)

Total: 15 s.h.

Second Term

CSC - 153 Data Structures (4 s.h.) #
ENG - 106 Composition II (3 s.h.)
MAT - 150 Discrete Math (3 s.h.) #
SPC - 112 Public Speaking (3 s.h.)
Electives (4 s.h.) - see recommendations below

Total: 17 s.h.

Year Two

Third Term

CSC - 175 Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming (4 s.h.) #
MAT - 210 Calculus I (4 s.h.) #
Humanities or Social Science elective (3 s.h.)
Natural Science elective (5 s.h.) - see recommendations below

Total: 16 s.h.

Fourth Term

CSC - 160 Software Design and Development (4 s.h.) #
MAT - 216 Calculus II (4 s.h.) #
Humanities or Social Science elective (3 s.h.)
General Education elective (3 s.h.)

Total: 14 s.h.

Total Program Hours: 62 s.h.

Recommended Computer Science Electives

CIS - 125 Introduction to Programming Logic with Language (3 s.h.)
CIS - 332 Database and SQL (3 s.h.)
CSC - 116 Information Computing (3 s.h.)
NET - 136 Operating Systems II (3 s.h.)

Recommended Natural Science Electives

BIO - 102 Introductory Biology (3 s.h.)
BIO - 103 Introductory Biology Lab (1 s.h.)
CHM - 127 Molecules of Life (3 s.h.)

Note:

*Appropriate math level needed before enrolling in any math class.

#Required course for the Computer Science transfer major.

Please check with transfer institution for their specific requirements or check with a NIACC counselor/advisor for further transfer planning. Suggested schedule dependent on entry level of student.