ADT in Computer Science

This Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) in Computer Science provides students with an understanding of the concepts and practice of code development and problem solving. The degree prepares students for pre-professional careers and for curriculum at four year institutions leading to a baccalaureate degree in Computer Science. Students who complete this degree will be guaranteed admission with junior status to the California State University system and will be given priority admission to our local CSU campus.

A.S.-Transfer Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes

Students completing the Computer Science A.S.-Transfer Degree will:

  1. Create and debug code for given specifications and write appropriate documentation.
  2. Create software applications using industry software development tools.
  3. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of one or more computer programming languages.
  4. Communicate effectively orally, in writing and in media.
  5. Work collaboratively and ethically in teams on projects.

Students receiving this transfer degree must meet the following requirements:

  1. Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
    1. The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education - Breadth Requirements.
    2. A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
  2. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

ADTs also require that students must earn a "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. 

CS 225Object Oriented Programming3
CS 232Programming Concepts and Methodology II3
CS 242Computer Architecture and Organization3
CS 252Discrete Structures3
BIOL 124Molecular and Cellular Biology5
or BIOL 125 Evolution, Ecology & Biodiversity
MATH 190Calculus with Analytic Geometry l5
MATH 191Calculus with Analytic Geometry ll5
PHYS 201Physics A: Mechanics5
Total Units32

2-3-Year Curriculum Map Examples
These maps represent two possible pathways through the program and are only for reference.

*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

Note: Co-requisite MATH course (2 units) and/or substitute ENGL 101E (5 units) may be needed based on placement.

2-Year Map:

Plan of Study Grid
Fall Term 1Units
MATH 190 Calculus with Analytic Geometry l 5
CS 111 Introduction to Programming Concepts and Design 4
COUN 206 Pathways to Careers in STEM 3
ENGL 101
Reading and Composition
or Reading and Composition - Honors
4
 Units16
Winter Term 1
MATH 191 Calculus with Analytic Geometry ll 5
ETHN 101
Introduction to Ethnic Studies
or Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies
3
 Units8
Spring Term 1
MATH 210 Calculus with Analytic Geometry lll 5
CS 225 Object Oriented Programming 3
PHYS 201
Physics A: Mechanics
or Physics A: Mechanics - Honors
5
ENGL 104
Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking
or Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking - Honors
3
 Units16
Summer Term 1
CS 232 Programming Concepts and Methodology II 3
SPCH 100
Interpersonal Communication
or Interpersonal Communication - Honors
or Public Address
or Public Address - Honors
or Small Group Communication
3
 Units6
Fall Term 2
MATH 211 Differential Equations 5
CS 242 Computer Architecture and Organization 3
ARCH 250
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism
or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day
or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History
or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art
or History of Photography
or Introduction to the Visual Arts
or Motion Picture Appreciation
or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors
or History of Dance
or History of Rock and Roll
or Introduction to Theatre Arts
or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors
3
BIOL 124
Molecular and Cellular Biology
or Evolution, Ecology & Biodiversity
5
 Units16
Winter Term 2
POLI 103
American Government and Politics
or American Government and Politics - Honors
3
HIST 107
History of the United States before 1877
or History of the United States before 1877 - Honors
or History of the United States since 1877
or History of the United States since 1877 - Honors
or History of Women in the United States
3
 Units6
Spring Term 2
MATH 212 Introduction to Linear Algebra 4
CS 252 Discrete Structures 3
PHYS 202
Physics B: Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism
or Physics C: Waves, Optics & Modern Physics
5
ARCH 250
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism
or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day
or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History
or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art
or History of Photography
or Introduction to the Visual Arts
or Motion Picture Appreciation
or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors
or History of Dance
or Ethnic Voices in Film
or Children's Literature
or Children's Literature - Honors
or Literature of the Bible
or American Food And Culture: Global Origins, History, and Current Impacts
or History of Rock and Roll
or Great Religions of the World
or Introduction to LGBTQ Studies
or Introduction to Theatre Arts
or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors
3
 Units15
 Total Units83

Note: Course selections may affect total unit value. 

3-Year Map:

Plan of Study Grid
Fall Term 1Units
COUN 206 Pathways to Careers in STEM 3
MATH 175 Pre-Calculus 6
ENGL 101
Reading and Composition
or Reading and Composition - Honors
4
 Units13
Winter Term 1
ENGL 104
Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking
or Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking - Honors
3
 Units3
Spring Term 1
CS 111 Introduction to Programming Concepts and Design 4
MATH 190 Calculus with Analytic Geometry l 5
CHEM 110 Beginning General Chemistry 5
 Units14
Summer Term 1
ETHN 101
Introduction to Ethnic Studies
or Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies
3
 Units3
Fall Term 2
MATH 191 Calculus with Analytic Geometry ll 5
CS 225 Object Oriented Programming 3
PHYS 201
Physics A: Mechanics
or Physics A: Mechanics - Honors
5
 Units13
Winter Term 2
ANTH 210
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
or Introduction to Cultural Anthropology - Honors
or Principles of Macroeconomics
or Principles of Macroeconomics - Honors
or Introduction to Psychology
or Introduction to Psychology - Honors
or Introduction to Sociology
or Introduction to Sociology - Honors
3
 Units3
Spring Term 2
MATH 210 Calculus with Analytic Geometry lll 5
CS 232 Programming Concepts and Methodology II 3
PHYS 202
Physics B: Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism
or Physics C: Waves, Optics & Modern Physics
5
 Units13
Summer Term 2
ARCH 250
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism
or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day
or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History
or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art
or History of Photography
or Introduction to the Visual Arts
or Motion Picture Appreciation
or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors
or History of Dance
or History of Rock and Roll
or Introduction to Theatre Arts
or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors
3
SPCH 100
Interpersonal Communication
or Interpersonal Communication - Honors
or Public Address
or Public Address - Honors
or Small Group Communication
3
 Units6
Fall Term 3
MATH 211 Differential Equations 5
CS 252 Discrete Structures 3
PHYS 202
Physics B: Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism
or Physics C: Waves, Optics & Modern Physics
5
 Units13
Winter Term 3
HIST 107
History of the United States before 1877
or History of the United States before 1877 - Honors
or History of the United States since 1877
or History of the United States since 1877 - Honors
or History of Women in the United States
3
ARCH 250
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism
or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day
or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History
or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art
or History of Photography
or Introduction to the Visual Arts
or Motion Picture Appreciation
or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors
or History of Dance
or Ethnic Voices in Film
or Children's Literature
or Children's Literature - Honors
or Literature of the Bible
or American Food And Culture: Global Origins, History, and Current Impacts
or History of Rock and Roll
or Great Religions of the World
or Introduction to LGBTQ Studies
or Introduction to Theatre Arts
or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors
3
 Units6
Spring Term 3
MATH 212 Introduction to Linear Algebra 4
CS 242 Computer Architecture and Organization 3
BIOL 124
Molecular and Cellular Biology
or Evolution, Ecology & Biodiversity
5
POLI 103
American Government and Politics
or American Government and Politics - Honors
3
 Units15
 Total Units102

Note: Course selections may affect total unit value.  

Career Opportunities

There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.

 

To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.