Students enrolled in this major should contact the Transfer and Job Placement Center early in their academic program to determine which courses will transfer to the college of their choice. This major prepares students for upper-division course work leading to a bachelor's degree in computer or information science. The major parallels the first two years of study required by similar majors offered at four-year colleges and universities.
Students select the area of concentration best suited to their interests and aptitudes.
Students pursuing the information science emphasis develop an understanding of the business environment and its information processing needs. Students pursuing the computer science emphasis develop an understanding of the structure, design and use of computer software systems, and their application in a broad range of disciplines. The recommended course sequence is designed for full-time students who average 15 credit hours per semester. Students may need more time to complete major requirements based on placement testing. This additional time will entail some adjustments to the sequence recommended.