Computer Science
Associate of Science
The Associate of Science degree in Computer Science will prepare students for transfer to a university, particularly the University of Nevada, Reno. It will provide students with a breadth of knowledge commonly accepted as necessary for a degree in the field of Computer Science. In addition, the degree core requirements also provide a depth of knowledge in several key areas of the computer science field, for students seeking entry-level employment in the growing field of computing and information sciences.
Salary: $52,110–$85,030 / year (Nevada)
Career Outlook: Much faster than average growth
Good To Know: Bachelor's degree required for most systems analysts
WNC Academic Division: Science, Mathematics & Engineering
Total Requirements: 64 Units (Credits)
| Program Requirements | 40 Units (Credits) | |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 121 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CIT 130 | Beginning Java | 3 |
| CIT 260 | Systems Analysis and Design I | 3 |
| CPE 201 | Introduction to Computer Engineering | 4 |
| CS 135 | Computer Science I | 3 |
| CS 202 | Computer Science II | 3 |
| MATH 181 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 182 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 283 | Calculus III | 4 |
| PHYS 180 | Engineering Physics I | 3 |
| PHYS 180L | Engineering Physics I Lab | 1 |
| PHYS 181 | Engineering Physics II | 3 |
| PHYS 181L | Engineering Physics II Lab | 1 |
| General Education Requirements | 24 Units (Credits) | |
|
English/Communications Requirements |
6 | |
| Fine Arts Requirement | 3 | |
| Humanities Requirement | 6 | |
| Social Sciences Requirements | 6 | |
| U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirements | 3 | |
| A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Associate of Science can be found on the Associate of Science page. | ||
Suggested Course Sequence
1st Year
First Semester: 17 Credits
Second Semester: 17 Credits
2nd Year
Third Semester: 14 Credits
Fourth Semester: 16 Credits
Mission and Outcomes
Mission: The purpose of the Associate of Science in Computer Science degree is to prepare students with the necessary skills for transfer to a four-year university, in particular, University of Nevada, Reno. The degree is designed in such a manner as to provide students who do not have plans to continue on to a four-year university, the ability to obtain entry-level employment in the growing field of computing and information science.
Student Learning Outcomes: Students who complete programs in this academic area are expected to demonstrate that they
Know:
- practices and procedures required for transfer to a four-year institution
- entry-level skill set
- theoretical principles relevant to their field of study
Are Able To:
- test successfully on competencies required to pass rigorous academic examinations of their skill level
- communicate effectively and appropriately, in oral and written form
- locate, evaluate and properly utilize the tools and resources appropriate to a computer science professional
- acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for academic advancement
- demonstrate effective communication and computation skills appropriate to the chosen academic discipline
- demonstrate the ability to obtain requirements, design, implement, test, debug and maintain computer programs in at least two computer programming languages
Appreciate and Value:
- appropriate and effective presentation of themselves to potential employers
- standards of social, ethical, legal, accessibility and diversity issues of their work environment