Pre-Computer Science Emphasis

Pre-Computer Science Emphasis

A.S.

Expected Hours for A.S. Degree

60

What is Pre-Computer Science Emphasis: General Transfer Major?

The computer science pre-major is designed for students who plan to transfer to a college or university. The program prepares students to more advanced work to design software, solve computer programs, program languages, and discover new applications of computing technology.

What will I learn?

All students who complete a degree designated as a Tennessee Transfer Pathway will be able to do the following:

  1. Communicate effectively through oral and written modes, using conventions appropriate to their audience and purpose, including critical listening, reading, and research skills.
  2. Evaluate the significance of humanity’s cultural heritage and diversity and its development in a historical and/or global context through critical and analytical methodologies.
  3. Connect knowledge of social and cultural institutions to issues of personal or public   importance.
  4. Analyze historical and contemporary issues by drawing on historical contexts.
  5. Demonstrate a broad understanding of scientific principles and concepts.
  6. Apply relevant mathematical modeling to a variety of applied or theoretical problems.

What can I do with this degree?

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science provides the training necessary for a number of jobs.  Some popular in our local service area include:


Computer Science Teacher:  May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis.


Forensic Science Technician:  Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation.


Food Science Technician: Conduct standardized tests on food, beverages, additives, or preservatives to ensure compliance with standards and regulations regarding factors such as color, texture, or nutrients.

What are my options to pay for this degree?

  • Apply for financial aid at www.FAFSA.gov
  • A student is encouraged to apply early for financial aid. He/she must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the FAFSA Renewal Application as soon as possible after October 1 to ensure that the Financial Aid Office receives the Institutional Student Information Record and other documents prior to the priority deadline. July 1st is the priority deadline for applying for the fall semester and December 1st for the spring semester.

Program Schedule


Fall Semester

MATH 1910

Calculus I*

4

ENGL 1010

English Composition I

3

GEN 1010

First Year Seminar

3

CHEM 1110

General Chemistry I

4


Fall Semester Milestones

  • MATH 1910* requires a Math ACT score of 26 or higher. Otherwise, completion of MATH 1710 and MATH 1720 is required.
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    • If you have Writing Learning Support requirements, then you will need to register for ENGL 0900 in addition to ENGL 1010. If you have Reading Learning Support requirements, then you will need to register for READ 0810 in addition to ENGL 1010.
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    • GEN 1010 can be taken as a two week bootcamp that runs for 3 hours per day for the 10 weekdays prior to the first day of class.
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    • CHEM 1110 requires completion of ALL Learning Support requirements.
      If you have not had high school chemistry or CHEM 1010, you need to enroll in CHEM 1010 before enrolling in CHEM 1110.
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  • FINANCIAL AID ALERT - If you receive aid, the priority deadline to apply or renew your FAFSA and submit any requested documentation could be near. Be sure to check your Cleveland State email daily for deadlines, announcements, and award updates for the academic year. Please see your success coach or enrollment specialist to make sure you are in good standing or if you have any questions.
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  • ADVISING and REGISTRATION - Work with your success coach and/or academic advisor to discuss Spring registration. Remember, advising is key to success!

Spring Semester

MATH 1920

Calculus II*

4

ENGL 1020

English Composition II

3

PHYS 2110

Calculus Based Physics I*

4

CISP 1010

Computer Science I

4

MUS 1030

Introduction to Music

3


Spring Semester Milestones

    • ENGL 1020 requires completion of ENGL 1010 with a grade of C or higher.
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    • PHYS 2110 requires successful completion of MATH 1910. This class is offered only in Spring semesters.
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    • MUS 1030 requires completion of Reading and Writing Learning Support requirements.
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  • FINANCIAL AID ALERT - Now is the time to begin thinking about financial aid for next semester. Be sure to check your Cleveland State email daily for deadlines, announcements, and award updates for the upcoming academic year. Please contact your success coach or academic advisor if you have any questions.
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ADVISING and REGISTRATION - Work with your success coach and/or academic advisor to discuss Summer and Fall registration. Remember, advising is key to success! If you are planning to transfer to a four-year university, make an appointment with your academic advisor soon. They can assist you with making the right course selections, as well as help you begin the transfer process.


Fall Semester

MATH 1900

Scientific Programming

3

HIST 2010

or

HIST 2310

Early US History

or

Early World History

3

COMM 2025

Fundamentals of Communication

3

ECON 2100

Principles of Macroeconomics

3

PHIL 1040

Introduction to Ethics

3


Fall Semester Milestones

    • MATH 1900* requires a Math ACT of 22 or higher. Otherwise, completion of MATH 1000 or SAILS Plus is required. This class is offered only in Fall semesters.
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All History courses requires completion of Reading Learning Support requirements.
Students should take the history sequence required by the senior institution.
For example, UTK and UTC prefer World History whereas TTU and MTSU prefer US History.

    • FINANCIAL AID ALERT - Check your Cleveland State email daily for important dates, deadlines and announcements regarding your financial aid. Please check with Financial Aid if you have any questions.
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    • ADVISING and REGISTRATION - Work with your academic advisor to discuss Spring registration. Your advisor can assist you in course selection, as well as checking requirements for transfer and/or graduation.

Spring Semester

MATH 2010

Introduction Linear Algebra

3

ECON 2200

Principles of Microeconomics

3

HIST 2020

or

HIST 2320

Modern US History

or

Modern World History

3

ENGL 2120

or

ENGL 2220

or

ENGL 2320

Modern American Literature

or

Modern British Literature

or 

Modern World Literature

3

Elective (1)

 

1

Subtotal

60


Spring Semester Milestones

    • MATH 2010* requires completion of MATH 1910 with a grade of C or higher. This class is offered only in Spring semesters.
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    • All History courses requires completion of Reading Learning Support requirements.
      Students should take the history sequence required by the senior institution.
      For example, UTK and UTC prefer World History whereas TTU and MTSU prefer US History.
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    • Any literature course will satisfy the Humanities/Fine Arts (literature) requirement and all require successful completion of ENGL 1020.Consider enrolling in summer courses to catch-up or get ahead.
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    • GRADUATION - Apply to graduate by completing the online Intent to Graduate form. This can be found under the Graduation Tab within the Registration Tools and Forms on Cougarnet. You will need to schedule to take your exit exam and/or program test at mycs.cc/testing. These will be taken in the Testing Center.
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    • CONGRATULATIONS! After you complete this semester's courses and maintain an overall 2.0 GPA, you will be a Cleveland State Graduate!
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