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Nov 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Catalog
Computer Science - Programming, AAS
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Award: Associate of Applied Science
Degree Code: CSPR
Number of Credits: 60
Program Description
This program introduces students to the various technology domains, including operating systems, networking, data, security and programming. Problem solving and proper algorithm design are emphasized. Students will gain an understanding of abstracted layers and data structures.
Transfer Information
Cecil College has the following transfer agreements: https://www.cecil.edu/student-resources/advising-transfer/transfer-agreements. Additionally, transfer information is available at the ARTSYS website (The Articulation System of Maryland). Contact your advisor for detailed information.
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Career Opportunities
Computer support, system maintenance and management, and web development.
General Education Requirements
General Education Requirement Electives - Select 11 Credits
Please see Academic Advisor for elective selection.
- MAT - Math Elective (M) - 4 Credits
- SCI - Science Elective with Lab (S/SL) - 4 Credits
- SOC SCI - Social Science Elective (SS) - 3 Credits
Program Requirement Electives - Select 12 Credits
Please see Academic Advisor for elective selection.
- CSC - Computer Science Electives - 12 Credits
Recommended Sequence
The following is a recommended sequence of courses for completing this program as a full-time student. Developmental and prerequisite course requirements, credit load, and/or course availability may affect a student’s individual progress. Students should consult their degree audit at MyCecil or an academic advisor for individual degree planning.
Fall II (15 Credits)
- VCP 144 - Web Design I - Design Fundamentals Credits: 3
- CSC - Computer Science Elective - 3 Credits
- CSC - Computer Science Elective - 3 Credits
- CSC - Computer Science Elective - 3 Credits
- SOC SCI - Social Science Elective - 3 Credits
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will meet the General Education Student Learning Outcomes and be able to:
- Analyze problems and develop algorithms.
- Design modular software using object oriented programming principles.
- Explain the benefits of specific data structures, abstraction, recursion and modular design.
- Understand legal and ethical issues associated with computing.
- Create applications in compiled and interpreted programming languages.
- Understand the fundamentals of operating systems and networks.
- Create technical documentation.
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