Degree Map

A.S. in Computer Science

Catalog Year 2026-27

For students who place into developmental English and Math

The A.S. in Computer Science prepares students for transfer to a four-year institution in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and related STEM fields. The Career-Infused Degree Map integrates academic coursework with career readiness activities that help students develop technical skills, professional competencies, industry awareness, transfer readiness, and workforce preparation.

The number of credits you take each year will determine when you graduate. To graduate on time, you are strongly encouraged to enroll in at least 30 credits toward your degree during the calendar year, including fall and spring semesters and winter and summer sessions. This degree map is designed for students who place into developmental mathematics.

Additional degree map for students who place into MA-119.

Additional degree map for students who place into MA-440.

Additional degree map for students who place into MA-441.

Semester 1

Milestone
Attend at least one career workshop
Establish a professional digital identity (college email, email signature, and cloud storage organization).
Draft a resume
Join a STEM-related student club
Explore three computer science career pathways
Meet with an academic advisor
Begin developing professional communication skills

Semester 2

Class
Credit Hours

Two courses from Flexible Core(s) 2A , 2B , 2C , or 2D

6

Total credits for the term: 16

Milestone
Create a LinkedIn profile
Create a GitHub account and publish a well-documented programming project using version control.
Complete a career assessment
Meet with a transfer advisor
Attend a resume review session
Build networking skills

Semester 3

Class
Credit Hours

One course from Flexible Core 2A , 2B , 2C , or 2D

3

Total credits for the term: 7

Milestone
Update resume and LinkedIn
Complete an online technical learning module
Research transfer institutions
Create a professional portfolio folder

Semester 4

Class
Credit Hours

Note: Student who plan to take MA-443 must earn a C or better

One course from Required Core 1C

3 to 5

Note: Life and Physical Sciences

Science Laboratory Course for Required Core 1C

0 to 1

Note: Students who take a 4 or 5-credit course for Required Core 1C that has an integrated laboratory experience do not have to take an additional laboratory course.

Total credits for the term: 15

Milestone
Upload additional coding projects to GitHub
Participate in mock interviews
Explore undergraduate research opportunities

Semester 5

Class
Credit Hours

Note: Complete a total of 7 credits of Computer Science Major elective courses

One course from Flexible Core 2A , 2B , 2C , or 2D

3

Total credits for the term: 15

Milestone
Maintain a GitHub portfolio
Finalize transfer applications
Attend advanced interview workshops
Obtain recommendations
Develop an elevator pitch
Create a post-graduation action plan

Total required credits for the degree: 60

All students must complete two (2) WI designated classes to fulfill degree requirements.

These milestones support career exploration, transfer preparation, professional development, networking, and experiential learning. Students should review progress with advisors each semester and update career materials regularly.