8601 - Associate in Science, Emphasis in Computer Science

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Degree and Cert Programs (RSC06)AS - Associate in Science

Program Overview Program Learning Outcomes Program Requirements

Academic Plan Code

8601

Effective Term

Fall

Effective Year

2026

Offered At

CGC, EMC, GCC, GWC, MCC, PCC, PVC, RSC, SCC, SMC

Award Type

AS - Associate in Science

Field of Interest

Computer and Information Technology

Minimum Total Program Credits/Hours

Maximum Total Program Credits/Hours

GPA

2.00

CIP Code

11.0701

Standard Occupational Classification (SOC)

Upon completion of this degree, students may pursue a career as: 15-1232.00 Computer User Support Specialists Upon completion of a bachelor's degree, students may pursue a career as: 15-1211.00 Computer Systems Analysts 15-1212.00 Information Security Analysts 15-1251.00 Computer Programmers 15-1132.00 Software Developers, Applications 15-1133.00 Software Developers, Systems Software 15-1242.00 Database Administrators 15-1244.00 Network and Computer Systems Administrators 15-1241.00 Computer Network Architects

Program Description

The Associate in Science (AS), Emphasis in Computer Science degree provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in computer science. With an associate degree, students may seek employment as a computer user support specialist. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue employment opportunities in several careers, including computer network architects, computer programmers, computer systems analysts, database administrators, information security analysts, network and computer systems administrators, and/or software developers in a number of sectors including arts, sciences, manufacturing, engineering, medicine, energy, and security.

Program Notes

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses in the program.

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date

6/23/2026

Disclaimer

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.