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Computer Science, AS


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LOCATIONS:

Fort Wayne - Indianapolis - Lake County - Richmond

AVAILABLE VIA STATEWIDE DISTANCE EDUCATION

Computer Science, AS Completion Guide  

INDIANA COLLEGE CORE


The Indiana College Core, Technical Certificate requirements for this degree require a minimum of 30 credit hours from six areas of study.

Written Communication (3)


Speaking and Listening (3)


Quantitative Reasoning (8)


Scientific Ways of Knowing (10)


Choose one of the following tracks:

Chemistry Track


Physics Track


Humanistic and Artistic Ways of Knowing (3)


REQUIREMENT TOTAL: 30


OTHER INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS


These courses help students start and finish a degree program.

REQUIREMENT TOTAL: 2


PROGRAM SPECIFIC CORE


The Professional Technical Core courses provide a mechanism for students to advance with the technical skills required for industry while meeting the 60 credit hour AS Transfer degree threshold.

REQUIREMENT TOTAL: 24


REQUIREMENT TOTAL: 3-4


REQUIREMENT TOTAL: 1


TOTAL CREDITS: 60


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^ Capstone Course

This degree program carries to the Indiana Transfer Single Articulation Pathway (TSAP) designation and is fully mapped to the Indiana Computer Science - TSAP competencies.

DEGREE OUTCOMES


  • Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
  • Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
  • Demonstrate competency in representation of data, fundamental data structures, algorithms, and algorithmic strategies.
  • Demonstrate competency in fundamental programming concepts including functional, object-oriented, secure/defensive, event-driven, and reactive programming. 
  • Demonstrate a foundational knowledge in the design, architecture, operation, and utilization of computers and digital devices.
  • Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  • Function and communicate effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
  • Prepare for continuing/baccalaureate study in computer science and/or for a career in an information technology-oriented business or industry.

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