Computer Science

Program Overview

Computer Science is the study of techniques to represent, store, and manipulate information within a computer information system. Computer programming is a major component of such study, and is the focus of most of the CS courses included in the degree. Skagit Valley College offers a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science which is designed to broaden participation in computer science. It is a great option for those who wish to stay at SVC to earn a bachelor’s degree. The BS-CS, unlike offerings at universities, does not include a calculus sequence, but there is applied math that is directly applicable to problem solving in computer science.

If you are thinking of pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science at a university, you should take the DTA/MRP to assure you get the calculus sequence required for a seamless transfer to university. Because each university has different language preferences, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the requirements at the schools you are considering. Consult the receiving university’s catalog to determine which of the two programming course sequences, CS 142 /CS 143 or CS 210 /CS 211 , best fits the requirements of that institution. If you are thinking of working with computers but aren’t sure if you want a four-year degree, please see the Multimedia, Web Developer, AAS-T or Multimedia, Web Designer, AAS sections of this catalog.

Degree Options:

There are two degree options associated with this program. Click on the degree below to access its planning guide. The planning guides provide the specific career and transfer opportunities for these degrees.

Programs

Bachelor’s Degrees

Intended for students who want to build on their associate degrees by earning a baccalaureate level degree.

Computer Science, BS

Associate Degrees: Transfer

Intended for students who are interested in transferring to a four-year university.

Computer Science, Associate in Computer Science, Direct Transfer Agreement DTA/MRP