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Computer Science

Associate of Science

Transfers toward the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. This degree requires proof of computer literacy.

Area A: Essential Skills
ENGL 1101English Composition I3
ENGL 1102English Composition II3
MATH 2253Calculus and Analytic Geometry I4
Area B: Instiutional Options
COMM 1110Fundamentals of Speech3
One of the following electives:1
Environmental Impact of Natural Disasters
Argumentation and Advocacy
Introduction to Greek Mythology
Creative Writing
Appalachian History - Special Topics
Sports History and the American Character
Mystery Fiction in Popular Culture
Political and Social Rhetoric
Health & Wellness Concepts
Race and Ethnicity in American Society: An Introduction
Area C: Humanities/Fine Arts
Must choose a minimum of one, but no more than two of the following electives: 6
Introduction to Film as Literature
World Literature I
World Literature II
British Literature I
British Literature II
American Literature I
American Literature II
If only one English Elective is chosen, add one of the following:
Art Appreciation
Expressions of Culture I
Expressions of Culture II
Music Appreciation
American Music
Theatre Appreciation
Area D: Science/Mathematics/Technology
MATH 2254Calculus and Analytic Geometry II4
One of the following Laboratory Science Sequences:8
Principles of Biology I
   and Principles of Biology II
Principles of Chemistry I
   and Principles of Chemistry II
Principles of Geology
   and Historical Geology
Principles of Physics I
   and Principles of Physics II
Area E: Social Sciences
HIST 2111United States History to 18773
or HIST 2112 United States History since 1877
POLS 1101American Government3
Two of the following electives:6
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
Principles of Macroeconomics
Principles of Microeconomics
Introduction to Geography
Introduction to Human Geography
Introduction to Physical Geography
World Civilization to 1650 CE
World Civilization since 1650
United States History to 1877
United States History since 1877
Introduction to World Religions
Introduction to Philosophical Issues
Logic and Critical Thinking
Introduction to Political Science
State and Local Government
Comparative Politics
International Relations
Introduction to Psychology
The Psychology of Adjustment
Human Development
Applications in Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Introduction to Sociology
Social Problems
Area F: Major Related (18 Hours)
CMPS 1301Principles of Programming I3
CMPS 1302Principles of Programming II3
MATH 2255Calculus and Analytic Geometry III4
MATH 2256Introduction to Linear Algebra3
Two of the following electives:5-8
Introduction to Astronomy
Environmental Studies
Principles of Biology I
Principles of Biology II
Principles of Botany
Entomology
Survey of Chemistry
Principles of Chemistry I
Principles of Chemistry II
Organic Chemistry I
Organic Chemistry II
Principles of Geology
Historical Geology
Introduction to Statistics
Physical Education
PHED Activity Elective1
Total Hours63-66

Courses

CMPS 1130. Introduction to Computer Science. 3 Units.

Introduces the concepts of computer hardware, operating systems, and programming. Programming topics require creating well designed interfaces and well written code using simple data types, control structures, and loops. Students will gain hands on experience using a modern programming language. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (F,S,M)
Prerequisites: MATH 1001 or MATH 1111

CMPS 1301. Principles of Programming I. 3 Units.

Introduces the principles of computer programming. Emphasis is on the design and teaching of correct well-structured algorithms using appropriate control structures with simple data types and data structures. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (F)
Prerequisites: MATH 1111 or CAPS 1101

CMPS 1302. Principles of Programming II. 3 Units.

This course continues the development of program design using a modern object-oriented language. This course satisfies the computer literacy requirement. (S)
Prerequisites: CMPS 1301

CMPS 1371. Computing for Scientists and Engineers. 3 Units.

Introduces skills and concepts which are needed to use the computer in scientific and engineering work. Topics include design and analysis of algorithms, methods and techniques of scientific computation, and the organization of software. (S)
Prerequisites: MATH 1111 and CMPS 1301

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