Computer Science A.S.-T
The curriculum in Computer Science is designed to provide the transfer student the opportunity to earn an Associate in Science in Computer Science for Transfer degree. Computer Science is the study of computers, their design, and their uses for computation, data processing, and systems control, including design and development of computer hardware and software, and programming. Computer Science provides a foundation of knowledge for students with career objectives in a wide range of computing and computer-related professions.
AS.CIS.CS.OPTB.AST or AS.CIS.CS.OPTCAST
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CSU: General Education Option B
| Fall Semester 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| CSIS-113A | C++ Programming - Level 1 | 3 |
| MATH-211 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 4 |
| ENGL-101 | College Composition | 3 |
| COMM-100 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| PSYC-101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Spring Semester 1 | ||
| CSIS-211 | Introduction to Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 |
| MATH-212 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL-103 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| PS-101 | Introduction to American Government and Politics | 3 |
| ANTH-145 | Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology (formerly Introduction to Language and Linguistics) | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Fall Semester 2 | ||
| CSIS-118B | Computer Organization & Assembly Language | 3 |
| BIOL-100 | Human Biology or Introductory Topics in Biology: Cells to Ecosystems (formerly Topics in Biology) or General Biology I | 4 |
| PHY-201 | Mechanics and Wave Motion | 4 |
| HIST-112 | U.S. History Since 1865 | 3 |
| ART-100 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| Units | 17 | |
| Spring Semester 2 | ||
| CSIS-213 | Discrete Structures | 3 |
| PHY-202 | Electricity and Magnetism | 4 |
| PHIL-101 | Introduction to Philosophy I | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Ethnic Politics in America | ||
| Black History in the American Context | ||
| Latinx/Chicanx Literature | ||
| Multiethnic Literature (formerly ENGL-280) | ||
| Units | 13 | |
| Total Units | 62 | |
Recommended: Students should take courses the summer before the Fall start of the semester.
CSUSM: General Education Option B
| Fall Semester 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| CSIS-113A | C++ Programming - Level 1 | 3 |
| MATH-211 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 4 |
| ENGL-101 | College Composition | 3 |
| COMM-100 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| PSYC-101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Spring Semester 1 | ||
| CSIS-211 | Introduction to Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 |
| MATH-212 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL-103 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| CSIS-123A | C++ Programming - Level 2 | 3 |
| ANTH-145 | Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology (formerly Introduction to Language and Linguistics) | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Summer 1 | ||
| PS-101 | Introduction to American Government and Politics | 3 |
| Units | 3 | |
| Fall Semester 2 | ||
| CSIS-118B | Computer Organization & Assembly Language | 3 |
| BIOL-100 or BIOL-150 | Human Biology or General Biology I | 4 |
| PHY-201 | Mechanics and Wave Motion | 4 |
| HIST-112 | U.S. History Since 1865 | 3 |
| MATH-218 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| Units | 17 | |
| Spring Semester 2 | ||
| CSIS-213 | Discrete Structures | 3 |
| PHY-202 | Electricity and Magnetism | 4 |
| PHIL-101 | Introduction to Philosophy I | 3 |
| ART-100 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Ethnic Politics in America | ||
| Black History in the American Context | ||
| Latinx/Chicanx Literature | ||
| Multiethnic Literature (formerly ENGL-280) | ||
| Units | 16 | |
| Total Units | 68 | |
Recommended: Students should take courses the summer before the Fall start of the semester.
UC: General Education Option C
| Fall Semester 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| CSIS-113A | C++ Programming - Level 1 | 3 |
| MATH-211 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 4 |
| ENGL-101 | College Composition | 3 |
| COMM-100 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| PSYC-101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Spring Semester 1 | ||
| CSIS-211 | Introduction to Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 |
| MATH-212 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL-103 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| PS-101 | Introduction to American Government and Politics or U.S. History to 1877 or U.S. History Since 1865 | 3 |
| ANTH-145 | Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology (formerly Introduction to Language and Linguistics) | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Fall Semester 2 | ||
| CSIS-118B | Computer Organization & Assembly Language | 3 |
| BIOL-100 | Human Biology or Introductory Topics in Biology: Cells to Ecosystems (formerly Topics in Biology) or General Biology I | 4 |
| PHY-201 | Mechanics and Wave Motion | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Ethnic Politics in America | ||
| Black History in the American Context or Black History in American Context | ||
| American Indian Literature (formerly ENGL-240) | ||
| Latinx/Chicanx Literature | ||
| Multiethnic Literature (formerly ENGL-280) | ||
| ART-100 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| Units | 17 | |
| Spring Semester 2 | ||
| CSIS-213 | Discrete Structures | 3 |
| PHY-202 | Electricity and Magnetism | 4 |
| PHIL-101 | Introduction to Philosophy I | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Elementary Spanish I | ||
| Elementary French I | ||
| American Sign Language I | ||
| Units | 14 | |
| Total Units | 63 | |
Recommended: Students should take courses the summer before the Fall start of the semester.
NOTE: For students who did not meet the LOTE requirement in high school, they may fulfill Area 6 by demonstrating proficiency by completing ASL-100 American Sign Language I, FREN-101 Elementary French I or SPAN-101 Elementary Spanish I with a grade C or better. Languages other than English for Native Speakers are also acceptable for meeting this requirement.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| CSIS-113A | C++ Programming - Level 1 | 3 |
| or CSIS-113B | Java Programming - Level 1 | |
| CSIS-118B | Computer Organization & Assembly Language | 3 |
| CSIS-211 | Introduction to Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 |
| CSIS-213 | Discrete Structures | 3 |
| MATH-211 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH-212 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 4 |
| or MATH-212H | Honors Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | |
| PHY-201 | Mechanics and Wave Motion | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Electricity and Magnetism | ||
| Honors Electricity and Magnetism | ||
| General Biology I | ||
| Honors General Biology I | ||
| Total Units | 28 | |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Units for Major | 28 | |
| CSU General Education Pattern or IGETC Pattern | 37-39 | |
Possible double counting (CSU): 9 units | ||
Possible double counting (IGETC): 6-9 units | ||
| Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 CSU transferable units) | ||
Total Units for A.S.-T Degree: 60 units
The overall requirements for this Associates Degree for Transfer (ADT) can be met by:
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC).
- Completion of California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements (CSUGE) or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).
- Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Completion of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
ADTs also require that students earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A “P” (Pass) grade is acceptable if pass is defined as a grade of C or better. ADTs are intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. A student completing an ADT is guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not a particular campus or major. Students should meet with a Counselor to develop a comprehensive educational plan to further understand university and transfer requirements.
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