Computer Science
Computer Science
The Associate in Science in Computer Science for Transfer degree provides a solid preparation for transfer majors in computer science, including an emphasis on object-oriented programming logic in C++, computer architecture, calculus and calculus-based physics. The intent of this degree is to assist students in seamlessly transferring to a CSU. With this degree, the students will be prepared for transfer to the university upper division level in preparation for the eventual conferral of the Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science. The degree aligns with the approved Transfer Model Curriculum (TMC) in Computer Science.
Computer Science
| Fall/Spring | Units |
|---|---|
| English C1000/C1000H | 4 |
| Math 1A/1AH | 4 |
| CIS 5 | 4 |
| Anthropology 1/1H | 3 |
| Intersession (Winter/Summer) | Units |
|---|---|
| Guidance 47 or 48 | 3 |
| Fall/Spring | Units |
|---|---|
| English 1B/1BH | 4 |
| Math 1B/1BH | 4 |
| CIS 7 | 3 |
| Physics 4A | 4 |
| Intersession (Winter/Summer) | Units |
|---|---|
| Art 6/6H, Music 19 or Theatre 3 | 3 |
| Fall/Spring | Units |
|---|---|
| Economics 4 or 9/9H or Sociology 12 | 3 |
| Physics 4B | 4 |
| CIS 11 | 3 |
| Humanities 4 or 10 | 3 |
| Intersession (Winter/Summer) | Units |
|---|---|
| History 6/6H or 7/7H | 3 |
| Fall/Spring | Units |
|---|---|
| Language other than English | 4-5 |
| Political Science 1 | 3 |
| CIS 17A | 3 |
| Sociology 1/1H or Geography 2 or 3 | 3 |
For alternative CSU General Education options refer to the RCC Catalog, under Requirements for College Transfer.
Milestones
- Complete English 1A (transfer-level English)
- Complete Mat 1A (transfer-level math)
- Apply to Universities (CSU/UC application period Oct 1-Nov 30)
- Apply for ADT degree by beginning of spring term before transfer
- Complete RCC Graduation application (during your last term)
- Meet with your Counselor to Complete your Comprehensive Student Education Plan (SEP)
- Complete FAFSA (Oct 1st - Mar 2nd for priority)
- Meet with Faculty Advisor for career/research opportunities
- Meet with your Counselor to update SEP (every semester)
- Meet with your Counselor for pre-graduation check
- Research Potential Clubs on Campus
- Participate in tutoring, student success workshops or supplemental instruction
- Visit the Career Center for Internship opportunities
- Research transfer institutions
- Attend Transfer workshops and Transfer Fair
- Participate in an internship/ job shadowing
- Participate in a research activity (meet with Faculty Advisor)
Careers for Computer Science Majors
Salaries Range : $58,000 - $98,000
- Software Developer
- Senior Software Engineer
- Programmer Analyst
- Systems Developer
- Web Developer
- Application Support Analyst
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Database Administrator (DBA)
- Business Analyst, IT
- Information Technology Specialist