Computer Science Option, Computer Information Systems, A.S.

CONTACT

Elizabeth Breton, 413.552.2436, ebreton@hcc.edu

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

This two-year program prepares students to enter the field of computer programming in an entry-level position, or transfer to a four-year Computer Science program.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

create computer applications in a variety of modern, high-level programming languages
work in both independent and group coding environments
create programs that conform to modern industry standards for computer science
model mathematic and scientific principles in a computer environment
adapt to the ever-changing field by mastering core programming concepts

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 26 CREDITS

ENG 101(A) - Composition I Credit(s): 3
ENG 102(A) - Composition II Credit(s): 3
Social Science Elective (B) Credit(s): 3
Social Science Elective (B) Credit(s): 3
Humanities Elective (C) Credit(s): 3
Humanities Elective (C) Credit(s): 3
PHS 111(E) - Physics for Engineers and Science Majors I Credit(s): 4
PHS 112(E) - Physics for Engineers and Science Majors II Credit(s): 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: 31 CREDITS

CSI 106 - Programming Fundamentals I Credit(s): 4
CSI 111 - Computer Concepts with Applications Credit(s): 4
CSI 218 - Programming Fundamentals II Credit(s): 4
CSI 242 - Applied Database Management Credit(s): 3
CSI 254 - Java Programming I Credit(s): 4
CSI 258 - Data Structures Credit(s): 4
MTH 113(D) - Calculus I Credit(s): 4
MTH 114(D) - Calculus II Credit(s): 4

PROGRAM ELECTIVES: 6-8 CREDITS

select 2 of the following:

CSI 105 - Principles of Information Security and Assurance Credit(s): 3
CSI 121 - Foundations of Linux Credit(s): 4
CSI 214 - Systems Analysis and Design Credit(s): 3
CSI 251 - Network Development Credit(s): 3
CSI 252 - Introduction to Web Site Development Credit(s): 3
CSI 264 - Disaster Recovery Credit(s): 3
MTH 108(D) - Precalculus Credit(s): 4
MTH 190(D) - Introduction to Data Science Credit(s): 3
MTH 205(D) - Linear Algebra Credit(s): 4
MTH 213(D) - Calculus III Credit(s): 4
MTH 230(D) - Discrete Mathematics Credit(s): 4

TOTAL: 63-65 CREDITS

NOTES

This program qualifies for the MassTransfer STEM block, which guarantees credit transfer to Massachusetts state colleges and universities. MassTransfer grants students automatic acceptance to certain Massachusetts state colleges and universities by achieving the minimum grade point average and the HCC degree. Students who enroll in programs with the 28-credit MassTransfer STEM block will need to complete the associate’s degree in order to waive the general education requirements at a Massachusetts State University. In addition to the completion of the associate’s degree and the STEM block at HCC, students will need to complete an additional 12 credits in general education at the four-year college. If a student does not complete the associate’s degree prior to transferring, it is recommended that they complete the 34-credit MassTransfer block. Students should meet with Mark Broadbent, Coordinator of Transfer Affairs, to discuss their transfer plans.

Depending on course selection, 50% of this program can be completed online. Go to Online Learning for more information.

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