Associate of Science Degree (Computing and Information Science)

The Associate of Science Degree (Computing and Information Sciences) guides students to a degree with a high concentration of both theoretical and applied computing and information science courses. It provides the basis of knowledge in Computing and Information Science that can lead to employment in this important and growing field. This degree is an important step toward work in cloud computing, software development, computer programming, database, artificial intelligence, and many other IT positions. It will also prepare graduates for further study in the Computing and Information Sciences and provide a foundation for lifelong career success in this field. For students intending to pursue further studies, the Associate of Science Degree (Computing and Information Sciences) comprises the majority of the credits needed for the first two years (60 credits) of a four-year degree program in Computer Science (120 credits).

Official Transcripts. “C” grade or higher: English 12 or English Literature 12 or English First Peoples 12, ENGL 050, or ENGL 099. Alternatively, any university-level English course with a “C” grade or higher. Students who do not meet one of the above English requirements must complete the NLC Writing Assessment for appropriate course placement. Math Requirement: One of the following with a ‘C’ grade (60%) or higher:– MATH 050 or successful completion of the Calculus Readiness Assessment– Pre-calculus 12,– Calculus 12,Science Requirement*: A minimum of one course as follows with a ‘C’ grade or higher:– Life Sciences 11 or Biology 12 or BIOL 040 or BIOL 050, or equivalent;– Chemistry 11 or Chemistry 12 or CHEM 040 or CHEM 050,or equivalent;– Environmental Science 11 or Environmental Science 12, or equivalent;– Earth Sciences 11 or Geology 12, or equivalent;– Physics 11 or Physics 12 or PHYS 040 or PHYS 050, or equivalent;– Specialized Science 12– Anatomy and Physiology 12