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

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Overview

The Associate in Computer Science Direct Transfer Agreement/Major Related Program pathway is applicable to students planning to prepare for computer science and related majors at universities and colleges in Washington. This pathway meets all of the requirements of the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Agreement, AA-DTA. Computer science programs are competitive and this pathway intends to provide students with the needed information to optimize their coursework to meet the DTA and prepare for computer science and related majors at universities and colleges in Washington.

Sample Career Options

Transfer

If you are considering a major in Computer Science and transferring to one of the following universities:

Our Transfer Program Planning Guide is designed to provide you with recommended courses to complete your Computer Science Direct Transfer/MRP degree. The Computer Science Major Related Program (MRP) helps prepare you to transfer by requiring specific courses in the first two years that can reduce the time it takes to complete the bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. Of course, educational plans may vary, based on which quarter you begin, how many credits are taken, placement into Math and English, and your preferred transfer institution. To keep you on the best pathway, we encourage you to consult with an Academic Advisor for scheduling options.

Program Map

Program Maps are an integral part of the Planning Guide. Each Program Map includes a recommended quarterly sequence of courses for a full-time student to earn this degree within two years. The courses align with the appropriate number of credits to meet degree requirements and is designed to help you create an individualized, customized Educational Plan, required of all SVC students. Please consult with an SVC Advisor to schedule courses and develop your personal Educational Plan.

First Year

1st Quarter

CS 101 - Computers, Technology and Society Credits: (5)
CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Credits: (2)
MATH& 151 - Calculus I Credits: (5)

Total Credits: 12

2nd Quarter

CS 142 - Java Programming I Credits: (5)
ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Credits: (5)
MATH& 152 - Calculus II Credits: (5)

Total Credits: 15

3rd Quarter

CS 143 - Java Programming II Credits: (5)
MATH& 153 - Calculus III Credits: (5)
PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics Credits: (5)

Total Credits: 15

Second Year

4th Quarter

ECON& 201 - Micro Economics Credits: (5)
PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I Credits: (5)
PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I Credits: (1)
Social Sciences course (5)
Suggested: HIST 116 , HIST 117 , HIST 118 , HIST 146 , HIST 147 , HIST 148 , POLS 101 , POLS 202 , PSYC 100 , or SOC 101 . Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions.

Total Credits: 16

5th Quarter

PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II Credits: (5)
PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab II Credits: (1)
Elective (5)
Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions.
Humanities course (5), preferably in Learning Community format.
Suggested: DRMA 101 , MUSC 105 , or PHIL 101 . Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions.

Total Credits: 16

6th Quarter

ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing Credits: (5)
PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III Credits: (5)
PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab III Credits: (1)
Humanities course (5), preferably in Learning Community format.
Suggested: DRMA 101 , MUSC 105 , or PHIL 101 . Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions.