Associate of Science
The Associate of Science in Computer Science degree is an industry-linked program which prepares students for transfer to a four-year institution as well as for careers as programmers, technicians, and specialists in the computer science industry. Students planning to transfer to another institution of higher education should discuss their plans with an academic advisor at both BRCC and the receiving institution to ensure maximum transferability of credits.
Program Requirements
- Earn a “C” or better in all courses to be used towards the degree.
- Complete the coursework listed below.
Program Outcomes
- Identify technical requirements for rapidly changing computing problems.
- Solve computer-related problems using critical thinking skills independently and in team settings.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary for transfer to a four-year institution and permit entry into the workforce, according to their career goals.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | ENGL 1013 | English Composition I | 3 |
| Any Gen Ed Humanities | General Education, Humanities | 3 | |
| BIOL 1013 / 1033 | General Biology I/Biology I for Science Majors | 3 | |
| BIOL 1011 / 1031 | General Biology I Lab/Biology I Lab for Science Majors | 1 | |
| CSCI 1923 | Introduction to Programming: Logic and Design | 3 | |
| MATH 2115 | Calculus I | 5 | |
| Second Semester | ENGL 1023 | English Composition II | 3 |
| BIOL 1023 / 1043 | General Biology II/Biology II for Science Majors | 3 | |
| BIOL 1021 / 1041 | General Biology II Lab/Biology II Lab for Science Majors | 1 | |
| Any Gen Ed Fine Arts Elective | General Education, Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| CSCI 1933 | Software Design and Programming I | 3 | |
| MATH 2125 | Calculus II | 5 | |
| Third Semester | Any Gen Ed ENGL or HUMN Elective | General Education, ENGL or HUMN Elective | 3 |
| CSCI 1943 | Software Design and Programming II | 3 | |
| CSCI 2003 | Discrete Structures | 3 | |
| CHEM 1123 or PHYS 2113 | Chemistry I for Science Majors or General Physics I | 3 | |
| Fourth Semester | Any Gen Ed Social or Behavioral Science Elective | General Education, Social or Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
| CSCI 2103 | Data Structures | 3 | |
| CSCI 2903 | Object-Oriented Programming (JAVA) | 3 | |
| CHEM 1133 or PHYS 2123 | Chemistry II for Science Majors or General Physics II | 3 |