Computer Science Transfer Major, AS: CSU - Academic Plan

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Total Credits = 60

The program provides a computer science foundation in the mathematical and scientific principles underlying computing and information technology, along with hands-on instruction in developing effective design and analysis skills related to computing systems. Career paths for Computer Science include software developer, systems administrator, systems analyst, and applications developer. A full-time student can complete this Associate of Science (AS) degree in two years. This degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year university to complete the second half of a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science. To be successful, a student should have strong math, computer and keyboarding skills, and be detail-oriented.

Recommended Course Sequence (Full-Time Track)

Natural / Physical Science GT-SC2

~Recommend Natural / Physical Science Course(s)~
PHY 2111 - Physics: Calculus-Based I with Lab: GTSC1 5 Credits

Year 2: Fall

CSC 1061 - Computer Science II (Language) 4 Credits
CSC 2025 - Computer Architecture/Assembly Language Programming 4 Credits

Natural / Physical Science GT-SC1

~Recommended Natural / Physical Science Course(s)~
PHY 2112 - Physics: Calculus-Based II With Lab: GTSCI 5 Credits

Social / Behavioral Science GT-SS1-SS3

Choose one course:

~Recommended Social / Behavioral Science Course(s)~
ANT 1001 - Cultural Anthropology: GT-SS3 3 Credits
ECO 2001 - Principles of Macroeconomics: GT-SS1 3 Credits
GEO 1005 - World Regional Geography: GT-SS2 3 Credits
PSC 2005 - International Relations: GT-SS1 3 Credits
PSC 2025 - Comparative Government: GT-SS1 3 Credits
PSY 1002 - General Psychology II: GT-SS3 3 Credits
SOC 1001 - Introduction to Sociology I: GT-SS3 3 Credits

Year 2: Spring

CSC 2065 - Discrete Structures 4 Credits

Arts / Humanities GT-AH1-AH4

Choose one course:

~Recommended Arts / Humanities Course(s)~
FRE 2011 - French Language III: GT-AH4 3 Credits
LIT 2002 - World Literature After 1600: GT-AH2 3 Credits
LIT 2025 - Introduction to Shakespeare: GT-AH2 3 Credits
MUS 1020 - Music Appreciation: GT-AH1 3 Credits
PHI 1012 - Ethics: GT-AH3 3 Credits
PHI 2005 - Business Ethics: GT-AH3 3 Credits
SPA 2012 - Spanish Language IV: GT-AH4 3 Credits

Elective Course

Choose one course:

~Recommended Elective(s)~
CSC 2034 - C++ Programming (Platform) 4 Credits
MAT 2430 - Calculus III: GT-MA1 4 Credits
MAT 2431 - Calculus III with Engineering Applications: GT-MA1 5 Credits
MAT 2540 - Linear Algebra 3 Credits

History Course GT-HI1

Choose one course:

~Recommended History Course(s)~
HIS 1110 - the World: Antiquity-1500: GT-HI1 3 Credits
HIS 1120 - the World: 1500-Present: GT-HI1 3 Credits
HIS 1310 - Western Civilization Antiquity-1650: GT-HI1 3 Credits
HIS 1320 - Western Civilization: 1650-Present: GT-HI1 3 Credits
HIS 2015 - 20th Century World History: GT-HI1 3 Credits

Social / Behavioral Science GT-SS1-SS3

Choose one course:

~Recommended Social / Behavioral Science Course(s)~
COM 2300 - Intercultural Communication: GT-SS3 3 Credits
ECO 2002 - Principles of Microeconomics: GT-SS1 3 Credits
ECO 2045 - Environmental Economics: GT-SS1 3 Credits
PSC 1011 - American Government: GT-SS1 3 Credits
PSC 2025 - Comparative Government: GT-SS1 3 Credits
PSY 1001 - General Psychology I: GT-SS3 3 Credits
SOC 2007 - Environmental Sociology: GT-SS3 3 Credits

Recommended Course Sequence (Part-Time Track)

Year 1: Fall

CSC 1019 - Introduction to Programming: (Programming Language) 3 Credits
MAT 2410 - Calculus I: GT-MA1 5 Credits

Year 1: Spring

CSC 1060 - Computer Science I (Language) 4 Credits

Natural / Physical Science GT-SC2

~Recommended Natural / Physical Science Course(s)~
PHY 2111 - Physics: Calculus-Based I with Lab: GTSC1 5 Credits

Notes

** and must be taught in a specific programming language (i.e., Java or C++) to be accepted for transfer by the receiving institution. Please consult with an academic advisor when registering for these courses. has a prerequisite of or equivalent.
All courses required for this degree must be completed with a “C” or better to be considered for transfer to another Colorado institution. Transferability of courses to colleges or universities outside of Colorado is determined by the receiving institution.
In order to meet program requirements, students registered for or must also register for unless they can demonstrate otherwise meeting the standard through assessment testing, prior college coursework, or recent High School coursework. See an Advisor for details.
Please refer to the Statewide Transfer Articulation Agreement for Computer Science on the CDHE website (https://highered.colorado.gov/transfer-degrees) for specific information on the required courses and elective credits accepted by each of the four-year institutions.
Recommended courses are listed below for certain electives; consult with the Academic Advising Office (advising@arapahoe.edu or 303.797.5664) or the Sociology Department for additional recommendations.