Computer Science, A.S.

HEGIS: 5103.00
PROGRAM CODE: 01040

The curriculum presented here applies to students who started the major in Fall 2018 or Spring 2019. If you enrolled as a matriculant prior to that, please see the College Catalog for the year you started the major as a matriculant for the curriculum requirements that apply to you.

Consultation with the Program Advisor is required.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Computer Science degree program requirements, graduates will:

analyze, design, implement, and understand computer based solutions and apply them to real world applications
demonstrate proficiency in programming concepts and techniques by creating logically sound and efficient algorithms
demonstrate ability to analyze and troubleshoot computer problems and identify appropriate solutions
comprehend the structure of a computing system, design of its basic components, and interaction of hardware and software
demonstrate the ability to transfer a graphical representation of a logical process to a written representation
ability to apply mathematical knowledge in the areas of calculus and discrete mathematics to problems in computer science

College Requirements:

Successful completion of CUNY Assessment Tests in Reading, Writing, and ACCUPLACER CUNY Assessment Test in Math with passing examination scores, unless otherwise exempt, or developmental courses may be required.

Civic Engagement Experiences:

Two (2) Civic Engagement experiences satisfied by Civic Engagement Certified or Civic Engagement Component courses or approved outside activity.

Writing Intensive Requirement:

One (1) Writing Intensive course in any discipline is required. Participation in a Learning Community that includes ENG 1200 or ENG 2400 also satisfies this requirement.

Required Core (4 Courses, 13 Credits):

When Required Core Courses are specified for a category, they are required for the major

* This program has a waiver to require particular courses in the Common Core, otherwise more than the minimum credits for the degree may be necessary.

ENG 1200 - English Composition I 3 Credit(s)
ENG 2400 - English Composition II 3 Credit(s)
Mathematical & Quantitative Reasoning Course 3 Credit(s) * MAT 1500 - Calculus I 4 Credit(s)
Life & Physical Sciences Course 3 Credit(s) *

Flexible Core (6 Courses, 20 Credits):

When Flexible Core Courses are specified for a category, they are required for the major

One course from each Group A to D (Group E is satisfied by the courses shown.).

No more than two courses can be selected from the same discipline

A. World Cultures and Global Issues Designated Course

B. U.S. Experience in its Diversity Designated Course

C. Creative Expression Designated Course

D. Individual and Society Designated Course

E. Scientific World Designated Courses

This program has a waiver to require particular courses in the Common Core, otherwise more than the minimum credits for the degree may be necessary.

MAT 1600 - Calculus II 4 Credit(s)
CS 1200 - Introduction to Computing 4 Credit(s)

Major Requirements (7 Courses, 27 Credits):

CS 13A0 - Advanced Programming Techniques 4 Credit(s)
CS 1400 - Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming 4 Credit(s)
CS 3500 - Discrete Structures 4 Credit(s)
CS 3700 - Data Structures 4 Credit(s)
MAT 2100 - Calculus III 4 Credit(s)
MAT 5600 - Linear Algebra 3 Credit(s)
AND
MAT 9100 - Biostatistics 4 Credit(s) or
BIO 9100 - Biostatistics 4 Credit(s)
OR
MAT 2200 - Business Statistics 4 Credit(s) or
BA 2200 - Business Statistics 4 Credit(s)

Electives:

0 credits sufficient to meet required total of 60 credits

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