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2/21/2022 5:16:17 PM

Computer Science (Technical), Associate in Science

Pathway:

Computer Science (Technical)

Curriculum Code:

CIS.CST.AS (U230A12)

Total Program Credits: 60

Students majoring in Computer Science with a Mathematics emphasis need a strong background in Mathematics and computing theory. Bachelor of Science degree graduates will find employment as programmers in scientific and engineering applications, graphics, operating systems or be prepared for graduate education in Computer Science.

Students should note that four-year colleges and universities vary in specific course and transfer requirements. Therefore, it is important that in selecting Triton courses, students should consult a Triton counselor, as well as the catalog and/or admissions advisor at the senior institution to which transfer is intended.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Associate in Science Degree (Computer Science/Technical) emphasis, the graduate will be able to:

  • demonstrate technical literacy in computer information systems concepts;
  • apply programming and logic skills to solving problems;
  • apply the mathematics commonly used in computer programming;
  • develop software applications utilizing appropriate data structures; and
  • present conclusions effectively, orally and in writing.

(Spring 2022)

Placement Measures

Program Map for Students

Semester One: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
RHT 101 # Freshman Rhetoric & Composition I

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Credits

Life Science Gen-ed

3-4

Take Credits

Physical Science Gen-ed

3-5

Take Credits

Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed

3

Take Credits

Program Elective

3

Total Semester Credits:15-18
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events.

Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101 and RHT 102.

Semester Two: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
RHT 102 # Freshman Rhetoric & Composition II

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Credits

Mathematics Gen-ed

3-5

Take Credits

Physical Science Gen-ed

3-4

Take Credits

Program Elective

6

Total Semester Credits:15-18
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic and transfer plan.
Create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers. Attend a Transfer 101 Workshop.

Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101 and RHT 102.

Semester Three: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
SPE 101 # Principles of Effective Speaking

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Credits

Humanities Gen-ed

3

Take Credits

Mathematics Gen-ed

3-5

 
Take Credits

Program Elective

6

OR
Take Credits

General Elective

6

Total Semester Credits:15-17
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic and transfer plan.
Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop.

Semester Four: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
Take Credits

Fine Arts Gen-ed

3

Take Credits

Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed

3

 
Take Credits

Physical Science Gen-ed

4-5

OR
Take Credits

Life Science Gen-ed

4-5

 
Take Credits

Program Elective

5-6

OR
Take Credits

General Elective

5-6

Total Semester Credits:15-17
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan.
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.)
Apply to your transfer institution(s). GECC Note: Take one additional Humanities or Fine Arts and one additional Social and Behavioral Science course, to be eligible for the General Education Core Curriculum (GECC) Credential.

Note: Take a Life Science General Education course with a lab.

GECC Note: Take one additional Humanities or Fine Arts and one additional Social and Behavioral Science course, to be eligible for the General Education Core Curriculum (GECC) Credential.

Program Electives (20-21):

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 121 # Introduction to Programming

Core Course

3

CIS 125 # Discrete Mathematics for Computing

Core Course

4

CIS 255 # C++ Programming

Core Course

3

CIS 263 # Introduction to Object Oriented Programming

Core Course

3

CIS 265 # Computer Architecture and Assembly Language

Core Course

4

CIS 295 # Data Structures With C++

Core Course

3

(Select courses that meet the BS requirements of your transfer college. Foreign Language encouraged if transferring.)

See Associate in Science Graduation Requirements: https://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/?sc_itemid=%7B14C9AD6A-03EF-4283-8166-37F825DA60CD%7D&sc_mode=preview&sc_lang=en

See CIS course descriptions

Chairperson: Michael Henson, Ext. 3354; email: michaelhenson2@triton.edu