Computer Science, AS
Physics and Computer Science Department
Program Overview
Computer Science, AS
The Associate of Science (A.S.) in Computer Science is a two-year degree providing essential foundational skills in computing and mathematics, specifically designed for students who plan to seamlessly transfer into a four-year Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Computer Science program.
At least 60 credits
2.0 or higher
Associate of Science
Major
Description
Do you love video games? Are you fascinated by the apps on your phone or how websites work? Then an Associate in Computer Science is your first step into the world of tech!
This two-year program teaches you the foundations of computing and programming. You’ll learn the essential skills you need to:
- Write Code: Learn the languages that computers understand, so you can build your own apps and programs.
- Solve Problems: Computer science is all about logic and figuring out how to make things work better and faster.
- Understand Technology: Get a strong start in areas like hardware, software, and networking.
This A.S. degree is super flexible! You can use it to:
- Jump Straight to a Job: Start working as a junior programmer, technician, or support specialist.
- Transfer Easily: Move on to a four-year Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) program in Computer Science at a college like Medgar Evers. You’ll already have the first two years done!
This major is designed to be supportive and high-quality, giving you the solid knowledge and positive experience you need to launch a great career in the future of technology.
Prgram and Major
Requirements
General Education Requirements (Common Core & College Option)
- Required Core (12 Credits): ENGL 112, ENGL 150 (English Comp.), MTH 115 or higher (Math), and BIO 101 or PHS 101 (Science).
- Flexible Core (18 Credits): One course in each of the five areas (World Cultures, U.S. Experience, Creative Expressions, Individual & Society, Scientific World) plus one additional Flexible Core course.
- College Option (9 Credits): One course each from the Socio-Cultural & Diversity Cluster, Humanities, Social & Behavioral Sciences, and Natural Sciences & Mathematics.
Major Requirements
- Fixed/Required Core: ENGL 112 – College Composition I, ENGL 150 – College Composition II, MTH 202 – Calculus I*, PHY 211 – University Physics*
- Flexible Core: ENGL 212 -World Literature: The Evolving Canon, HIST 200 – Growth and Development of the US, ART 100 – introduction to World Art, MUS 100 – Introduction to World Music, SSC 101 – Culture, Society and Social Change, CS 140 – Computer Science Seminar
- Major Requirements & Electives: CS 151 – introduction to Computing, CS 241 – Discrete Structures, CS 244 – Object-Oriented Programming, CS 246 – Data Structures, CS 260 – Digital Systems, CS 265 – Unix Systems Programming, CS 281 – Database Systems, MTH 203 – Calculus II
- Open electives – 8 credits
*Students that do not place into MTH 202 can take prerequisite Math courses using open electives
Student Learning Outcomes
- Apply foundational knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate for the Computer Science discipline
- Analyze problems and identify the computing requirements appropriate for the solutions
- Apply design and development principles to implement, and evaluate software systems
- Function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal
- Demonstrate a foundational understanding of professional, ethical, and security issues and responsibilities
- Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice
- Apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles in design of computer-based systems demonstrating the understanding of the tradeoffs involved in design choices
Degree Map
To help you stay on track and graduate on time, Medgar Evers College has developed four-year degree maps for all its majors. These guides are designed to help you plan your studies efficiently and make the most of your academic journey.