Degree Type: Associate of Science Degree, AS
Pathway: Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math
More Options: Classroom Based, Remote Real-Time, Hyflex, Online, Hybrid
Program Length: 4 Semesters
Location: Centennial, Rampart Range
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Upon completion of the Computer Information Systems degree program, students should be able to:
Computer science classes range from basic coding to advanced computer hardware.
Introduces programming and applications development for computer science.
Introduces students to the discipline of computer science and programming. Algorithm development, data representation, logical expressions, sub-programs and input/output operations using a high-level programming language are covered. Intensive lab work outside of class time is required.
Continues algorithm development and problem solving techniques not covered in Computer Science I using a high-level programming language. Students are able to gain experience in the use of data structures and the design and implementation of larger software projects. Intensive computer laboratory experience is required for this course.
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PPSC offers an Associate of Science degree in Computer Science for students interested in pursuing higher degrees and starting their careers in computer science.
An AS degree is designed to transfer fully to 4-year institutions. You may complete your bachelor's in Computer Science or Computer Technologies by completing courses at one of several four-year universities.
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Upon completion of the Computer Science degree program, you should be able to:
Course & Credit Hours
ENG 0094 English Composition I (3)
MAT 2410 Calculus I (5)
CSC 1019 Intro to Programming (3)
PHI 1013 Logic (3) or GT Course from AH3 or AH4
Total 14 Credit Hours
Course & Credit Hours
ENG 1022 English Composition II (3)
MAT 2420 Calculus II (5) or AS Approved Elective - See an advisor
CSC 1060 Computer Science I (4) or AS Approved Elective - See an advisor
ECO 2001 Principles of Macroeconomics (3) or GT Course from SS1, SS2
COM 1150 Public Speaking (3) or COM 1250 Interpersonal Communication (3)
Total 18 Credit Hours
Course & Credit Hours
CSC 1061 Computer Science I (4) or AS Approved Elective - See an advisor
PHY 2111 Physics: Calculus-Based I with Lab (5) or GT Course From SC1
ART 1110 Art Appreciation (3) or GT Course from AH1 or AH2
PSY 1001 General Psychology (3) or GT Course from SS3
HIS 1110 Western Civilization (3) or Any GT Course from AH
Total 18 Credit Hours
Course & Credit Hours
CSC 2030 C Programming: Platform (3)
PHY 2112 Physics: Calculus-Based II with Lab (5) or GT Course from SC1
COM 1150 Public Speaking (3)
GEY 1111 Physical Geology with Lab (4) or GT Course from SC1
CSC 2020 Visual Basic.net Programming (3) or AS Approved Elective - See an advisor
Total 18 Credit Hours
MAT 2410 - Calculus I
MAT 2420 - Calculus II
ENG 1021 - English Composition I
ENG 1022 - English Composition II
Computer Science Faculty Contact
Ken Riddle
ken.riddle@pikespeak.edu
(719) 502-3276
Centennial Campus F300
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