Computer Science Certificate of Achievement

Program Description

This certificate is designed to provide students with the fundamentals of software engineering, information processing concepts, and programming to prepare them for entry-level positions as programmers for scientific and business applications. 

The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program.  Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway.  It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

Division

Mathematics, Business & Computer Technology

Department

Computer Science

Career and Academic Pathway (CAP)

Business, Information Technology, Hospitality

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Analyze a problem and create a logical solution to the problem.

  2. Apply knowledge of Windows development.

  3. Design, implement, and evaluate secure computer-based system based on specifications.

  4. Analyze the impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society.

Program Map

GE General Education
O Available Online
Program Requirement
P Program Prerequisites

1st Semester

11 units
CIT 100
Introduction to Personal Computers
A survey course for the use of software tools such as word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, presentation and database using Microsoft Office.

Course Details:

CS 077
Introduction to C-Sharp
This course is an introduction to C# (C Sharp) app development. C# is a sophisticated and type-safe object-oriented language that empowers developers to build a variety of secure and robust applications that run on the .NET Framework. Topics will include fundamental object-oriented programming concepts like loops, arrays, logic, debugging, database, using the C# languages in a game development environment, files, and game development.

Course Details:

    CS 100
    Advanced C-Sharp Programming
    This course is the advanced C-Sharp course designed to further the learner's C-Sharp and programming knowledge beyond the Introductory level. Advanced programming using C-Sharp .NET is designed to emphasize software development, whether it is part of game development, web technologies, cloud computing technologies, Internet of Things (IoT), educational solutions, and innovative, original ideas conceived in the process of learning. Topics include object-oriented design, class(object) development, interfaces, design patterns, database access, and utilities.

    Course Details:

    2nd Semester

    10 units
    CS 102
    Introduction to Python Programming
    This course will cover the most common Python libraries as well as teach you programming best practices. We will explore different aspects of Python, including web, utility applications, machine learning, computer vision, IoT (Internet of Things), and data modeling applications. By the completion of the course, learners will complete a project using Python related to their major or area of interest.

    Course Details:

    1. Departmental Advisory: MATH 102
      2. or
    2. Departmental Advisory: MATH 108
      3. or
    3. Departmental Advisory: MATH 115
    CS 110
    Fundamentals of Computer Science
    This course is an overview of the computer science discipline investigating the design and use of the computer devices, the art and science of problem solving and programming, the representation of data, human-computer interactions and ethical considerations, and information security principles. Also included is hands-on experience with command line and GUI operating systems; application of HTML, CSS, and scripts to web pages; and computer programming with an object-oriented language such as C++, Java, or C#.

    Course Details:

    1. Transfers to CSU
      2. CS 120
      Introduction to Visual Basic.NET
      This is an introduction to the Visual Basic.NET programming language. Topics include problem solving, graphical user interface, program design, software tools, structured logic, object-oriented programming, graphics and animation, procedures, arrays, files, and programming projects.

      Course Details:

        3rd Semester

        8 units
        CS 190 or CS 215
        This course is an examination of intermediate object-oriented programming concepts and their application using the C++ language. Topics include programming control mechanisms; algorithm development; analysis of iterative and recursive solution complexity for various algorithms; templates and data structures; exception handling; object-oriented design and modeling; object-oriented programming in software engineering; pointers architecture.

        Course Details:

        1. Departmental Advisory: CS 110
      1. Transfers to CSU
        2. OR
        An introduction to Java. Topics include object-oriented design, multiple platform environment, program logic structures, graphical user interface, Java Applet, and recursion.

        Course Details:

        1. Prerequisite: CS 110
        CS 220
        Advanced Visual Basic.NET Programming
        This course covers advanced programming using Visual Basic .NET with an emphasis on software development and maintenance. Topics include object-oriented design, multiple class modules, interface and linking, windows and Internet controls, and database access.

        Course Details:

        1. Prerequisite: CS 120