Curriculum Guides 2005-2006
(Fall 2005, Spring 2006, Summer 2006)
These curriculum guides are based on the Ohlone College 2005-2006 degree requirements. Students who will be graduating using a different catalog for their degree requirements should see a counselor and/or refer to the appropriate Ohlone College Catalog (view Ohlone's Catalog Rights Policy). All students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to review degree requirements and/or have questions answered.
Computer Science
AS Degree: Transfer Major
The Associate of Science Degree in Computer Science offered by Ohlone College is designed to prepare students for pursuing studies at the university level in computer science and engineering. The core courses in Computer Science, Math, and Physics required for this AS Degree will fulfill the lower division major requirements at many universities. This program will enable students to develop a strong foundation in computer and engineering sciences as well as a thorough training in applying their mathematical skills. In addition, students completing this program will acquire valuable cognitive skills (logic and common sense, reasoning and problem-solving skills) and practical laboratory skills. The theoretical and practical knowledge acquired through this program will enhance students’ success with obtaining entry-level jobs that require two years of college-level computer science and math.
Since some curriculum requirements may vary among transfer universities, it is imperative that students entering Ohlone’s AS degree program in Computer Science meet with a counselor at the start of their academic work. Counselors will assist students in preparing a Student Education Plan that will prepare them to transfer to the university of their choice. Counselors will also advise students on the general education plan that best prepares them for future transfer.
Requirements for AS Degree:
- Complete the Major Field courses with a 2.0 grade point average.
- Complete Plan A, B, or C General Education requirements. These are specified in the Ohlone College Catalog.
- Complete at least 60 degree-applicable units with a 2.0 grade point average.
- Complete at least 12 units at Ohlone College.
- Complete at least 50% of the Major Field courses at Ohlone College.
- Complete at least three or more Computer Science courses at Ohlone College.
Major Field
| Number | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CS-102 | Introduction to Computer Programming Using C++ | 4 |
| CS-113 | Discrete Mathematics for Computers | 3 |
| CS-116 | C++ Programming—An Object-Oriented Language | 4 |
| CS-118 | Introduction to Assembly Language Programming | 4 |
| CS-124 | Advanced Programming with Data Structures | 4 |
| CS Electives | Any Computer Science course not listed above | 2-4 |
| MATH-101A | Calculus with Analytical Geometry | 5 |
| MATH-101B | Calculus with Analytical Geometry | 5 |
| MATH-103 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| PHYS-140 | Mechanics AND | 4 |
| PHYS-141 | Electricity and Magnetism OR | 4 |
| CHEM-101A | General Chemistry AND | (5) |
| CHEM-101B | General Chemistry | (5) |
| 42-46 | ||
Recommended Courses
To study programming, students must be familiar with computers and computer applications. To study calculus, students must have skills in algebra. The following courses are recommended:
| Number | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CS-101 | Introduction to Computers and Information Technology | (3) |
| CS-101L | Computer Applications | (2) |
| MATH-188 | Pre-Calculus | (5) |
Recommended Core Courses
The following courses are recommended because they are required in the lower division of some baccalaureate-granting universities. MATH-101C is a prerequisite for PHYS-141.
| Number | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MATH-101C | Calculus with Analytical Geometry | (5) |
| MATH-140 | Differential Equations | (5) |
| PHYS-142 | Optics, Heat, and Modern Physics | (4) |
Recommended CS Electives
Computer Science is a very diverse field. Ohlone offers many courses that enhance students’ knowledge as preparation for advanced studies. Please see the Ohlone College catalog for electives such as Visual Basic.NET Programming (CS-104A, CS-104B, CS-104C, CS-104D); Java (CS-170, CS-171, CS-172); Perl (CS-176); PL/SQL (CS-137); Applied Programming in Visual C++ (CS-121); XML (CS-178); TCP/IP and Internetworking (CS-157); Data Communications (CS-152); UNIX Shell Programming (CS-147).
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