Computer Science, BS

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Overview

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

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Program Map

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

NOTE: An asterisk (*) denotes that students who have met this math requirement have the option to substitute a higher level math class, such as calculus.

185 Credits

First Year

Fall Quarter

CS 110 - Introduction to Computer Science Credits: 5
CS 101 - Computers, Technology and Society Credits: 5
CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Credits: 2
DATA 101 - Introduction to Data Credits: 5

Total Credits: 17

Winter Quarter

ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Credits: 5
CS 142 - Java Programming I Credits: 5
MATH& 141 - Precalculus I Credits: 5 *

Total Credits: 15

Spring Quarter

MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats Credits: 5 *
Humanities course Credits: 5
Discuss specific course requirements from the Humanities section of the Disbribution Lists - AA-DTA with an SVC Advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions.
CS 143 - Java Programming II Credits: 5

Total Credits: 15

Second Year

Fall Quarter

CS 233 - Web Application Programming Credits: 5
ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing Credits: 5
Natural Sciences course with Lab Credits: 5
Discuss specific course requirements from the Natural Sciences section of the Disbribution Lists - AA-DTA with an SVC Advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions.

Total Credits: 15

Winter Quarter

SOC& 101:E - Intro to Sociology Credits: 5
CS 171 - Linear Algebra for Data Analysis Credits: 5
Natural Sciences course with Lab Credits: 5
Discuss specific course requirements from the Natural Sciences section of the Disbribution Lists - AA-DTA with an SVC Advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions.

Total Credits: 15

Spring Quarter

CS 243 - Software Development Tools Credits: 3
CS 296 - CS Career Seminar Credits: 2
CS 202 - Discrete Structures I Credits: 5
General Elective course Credits: 5
Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. See the Academic Electives and Gray Area Courses pages for options. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions.