Computer Science Transfer Degree
The Computer Science Transfer program leads to the Associate of Science degree and prepares students to transfer to public and private four-year colleges and universities in Computer Science. Students study topics in computer science such as problem-solving, object-oriented programming using Java, and computer architecture. Calculus, natural science, social science, and humanities are also studied. In the past, many of our students have successfully transferred to New Jersey Institute of Technology, Rutgers University and other public and private colleges and universities.
If I major in Computer Science Transfer, what degree can I earn?
The Associate in Science Degree which prepares you to transfer to upper division colleges.
What will I learn if I study Science Transfer?
You concentrate on the theoretical and applied sciences, and mathematics. Your studies prepare you to meet the challenges of advanced study in professional careers.
Are there any requirements I must satisfy before I start taking courses in my major?
Algebra II is a prerequisite for all majors. Algebra II competency must be verified with a passing score on the College's placement test. You must also have a grade of "C" or better in algebra II, geometry, laboratory chemistry and one additional year of laboratory science.
How long will it take for me to complete this degree?
If you do not need developmental coursework, and you register for an average of 16 credits each semester, you can complete the degree in two years. You can shorten the amount of time by taking courses in the summer and winter sessions.
Where should I direct specific questions about this program?
Contact Professor Frank Burke, Department Chair, at 732.906.2526 or FBurke@middlesexcc.edu.
COMPUTER SCIENCE TRANSFER Associate in Science (A.S.) - CSC.AS
Below are required courses and recommended course groupings and sequences for program completion. Courses may have prerequistes and corequisite requirements. Check course descriptions for details. |
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| Courses | | Credits | Requisites/Comments | | Semester I | | | | | CSC 161 | Introduction to Computer Science Using Java | 4 | MAT 014 or appropriate score on College Placement Test | | ENG 121 | English Composition I | 3 | A passing score on the writing portion of the College’s Placement Test or a grade of ´C´ or better in ENG 010; completion of RDG 009 with a ´C´ or better or a score on the reading portion of the College’s Placement Test that exempts the students from RDG 009 | | MAT 131 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 4 | MAT 129, or MAT 129A/129B, or appropriate score on the College’s Placement Test and/or satisfactory score on the Diagnostic Examination, or departmental approval | | OR | | | | MAT 131A | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (Part A) | 2 | MAT 129, or MAT 129A/129B, or appropriate score on the College Placement Test and/or satisfactory score on the Diagnostic Examination, or departmental approval. | | AND | | | | MAT 131B | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (Part B) | 2 | MAT 131A | | ____ ____ | General Education Science Elective | 4 | Students should take General EducationScience elective courses that end with the number 117 or higher and should take a two course sequence in the same science. | | ____ ____ | Physical/Health Education | 1-3 | | | Semester II | | | | | CSC 162 | Object Oriented Programming using Java | 4 | CSC 161and MAT 129 or MAT 129A | | ENG 122 | English Composition II | 3 | A grade of ´C´ or better in ENG 121 and a passing score on the reading portion of the College’s Placement Test or a grade of ´C´ or better in ENG 121 and a grade of ´C´ or better in RDG 011 | | OR | | | | ENG 125 | Writing About Literature | 3 | A grade of ´C´ or better in ENG 121 and a passing score on the reading portion of the College’s Placement Test or a grade of ´C´ or better in ENG 121 and a grade of ´C´ or better in RDG 011 | | MAT 132 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 4 | MAT 131, MAT 131A/131B, or equivalent | | ____ ____ | General Education Science Elective | 4 | Students should take General EducationScience elective courses that end with the number 117 or higher and should take a two course sequence in the same science. | | ____ ____ | General EducationHumanities Elective (GE HUM) | 3 | | | Semester III | | | | | CSC 233 | Computer Architecture and Assembly Language I | 4 | CSC 133 or CSC 161 or permission of Chairperson | | CSC 236 | Data Structures in Java | 4 | CSC 162, MAT 129 or MAT129B | | MAT 206 | Introduction to Discrete Math | 4 | MAT132 or approval of Department Chairperson | | General Education Social Science Elective(GE SS) | 3 | | | Semester IV | | | | | CSC 234 | Computer Architecture and Assembly Language I I | 4 | CSC 233 | | MAT 210 | Linear Algebra | 4 | MAT132 | | ____ ____ | General Education Social Science Elective(GE SS) | 3 | | | ____ ____ | General Education Humanities Elective(GE HUM) | 3 | | | Total Credits: | 63-65 | |
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