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Computer Science, BS

Overview

Computer Science is a high paying field that prepares graduates to work in a wide variety of workplaces and industries that have a critical need for qualified employees. The Computer Science bachelor’s degree gives students the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in Computer Science, such as quality assurance, programmer, database administrator, and more. The program also includes job search skills and practices in two integrated capstone courses.

Sample Career Options

  • Software Developer
  • Software Quality Assurance Analyst and Tester
  • Computer Systems Analyst
  • Computer Programmer
  • Database Administrator
  • Computer and Information Systems Manager

180 Credits

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

Fall Quarter

Total Credits: 17

Winter Quarter

Total Credits: 15

Spring Quarter

Total Credits: 15

Second Year

Fall Quarter

Total Credits: 15

Winter Quarter

CS 122 - Introduction to Computer Programming II Credits: (5)
CS 170 - Linear Algebra for Data Analysis Credits: (5)

Natural Science w/ Lab Credits: (5)

Total Credits: 15

Spring Quarter

CS 123 - Introduction to Computer Programming III Credits: (5)

CS 233 - Web Application Programming Credits: (5)

CS 243 - Software Development Tools Credits: (3)

CS 296 - CS Career Seminar Credits: (2)

Total Credits: 15

Third Year

Fall Quarter

CS 202 - Discrete Structures 1 Credits: (5)

CS 301 - Foundations of Computer Science Credits: (5)

CS 320 - Databases and Information Management Systems Credits: (5)

CS 397 - CS Seminar Credits: (1)

Total Credits: 16

Winter Quarter

CS 333 - Data Structures and Algorithms 1 Credits: (5)

CS 302 - Discrete Structures 2 Credits: (5)

CS 3xx - CS Elective Credits: (5)

Total Credits: 15

Spring Quarter

CS 334 Data Structures and Algorithms 2 Credits: (5)

CS 350  Software Engineering Credits: (5)

CS 3xx CS Elective Credits: (5)

CS 398  CS Seminar Credits: (1)

Total Credits: 16

Fourth Year

Fall Quarter

CS 401  Algorithmic Problem Solving Credits: (5)

CS 422 Principles of Computer Systems Credits: (5)

CS 450 Security Foundations Credits: (5)

CS 499  CS Seminar Credits: (1)

Total Credits: 16

Winter Quarter

CS 433 Programming Languages Credits: (5)

CS 4xx CS Elective Credits: (5)

CS 485 Capstone Project 1 Credits: (5)

Total Credits: 15

Spring Quarter

CS 402 Statistical Methods for User Research Credits: (5)

CS 4xx CS Elective Credits: (5)

CS 486 Capstone Project 2 Credits: (5)

Total Credits: 15