If you are interested in computers and have a background in physics and mathematics, the computer science program at Citrus College may be just the right program for you. At Citrus, you will complete your first two years of a four-year university program in computer science. Faculty members with years of experience will give you the individual attention you need to master your course subject. Instruction will consist of lecture and laboratory experience to give you the opportunity to experiment with scientific theories. You will also have access to much of the technical equipment you will use in a professional position upon completion of your studies.
Computer science is an exploding field.
Almost all industries use computers in one way or another making it one of the fastest growing employment opportunities around. People are needed at all levels of computer expertise from data entry programming to system design. The computer science program combines math, sciences and computers with emphasis in software design. If you are interested in hardware design, we also offer classes that prepare you for study in computer engineering at the university level. Since the different universities have varying requirements, see a counselor as soon as possible to establish an educational plan that meets your needs for transfer.