Computer Science
Associate of Science Degree
Purpose: The associate of science curriculum in computer science is designed for those who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program in computer science. The curriculum emphasizes the study of the science of computing and the use of computing in a scientific setting.
Admission Requirements: There are no additional admission requirements for this program other than those established by the College for curricular students.
Program Requirements: This curriculum emphasizes computer science and mathematics. However, the curriculum also includes electives in humanities and social sciences so that the students can select the appropriate course for his or her pre-professional program as required in the first two years of the prospective four-year college or university degree. Students should become familiar with the requirements of the major department at the contemplated transfer institutions. When students have a choice of courses, they should base their choice on the requirements of the transfer institutions. The responsibility for proper course selection rest with the student. Students who complete the program and fulfill all other graduation requirements will be awarded the associate of science degree in computer science.
For more information, contact:
Bob Miller, Dean
Division of Business and Technologies
434.961.5348
bmiller@pvcc.edu
