COMPUTER SCIENCE

Associate in Science Degree | Transfer Degree | Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

Program Description • SCIENCE I2 BIO 11 General Biology I, OR CHM 11

The Computer Science curriculum provides an introduction General College Chemistry I, OR PHY 11 College
to the field of computer science to ensure successful Physics I, OR PHY 31 Physics I (4 Credits)
transfer to a senior college Computer Science program. SUBTOTAL 14
Students learn to construct, verify and implement
algorithms by writing and running programs in standard Flexible Core
programming languages. The curriculum provides a A. World Cultures and Global Issues (3 Credits)
broad background in science and the humanities as
well as a thorough grounding in discrete and continuous B. U.S. Experience in its Diversity (3 Credits)
mathematics. The Computer Science AS program C. Creative Expression (3 Credits)
articulates with the Computer Science B.S. program at
D. Individual and Society (3 Credits)
Lehman College and the BS In Computer Science and
Information Security at John Jay College. BCC Computer E. Scientific World
Science graduates have successfully transferred to City • CSI 30 Discrete Mathematics I (3 Credits)
College, Polytechnic University, Rensselaer Polytechnic
Institute, Clarkson University, Pace University and others. Additional course from the Flexible Core E
• SCIENCE II2 BIO 12 General Biology II, OR CHM 12
Learning Outcomes
General College Chemistry II, OR PHY 12 College
Upon successful completion of the Computer Science Physics II, OR PHY 32 Physics II (4 Credits)
program requirements, students will be able to:
SUBTOTAL 19
1. Demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge of computing
and mathematics appropriate to the discipline. Major Requirements
• MTH 32 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II (5 Credits)
2. Demonstrate the ability to analyze a problem, and
identify and define the computing requirements • MTH 33 Analytic Geometry and Calculus III (5 Credits)
appropriate to its solution. • CSI 31 Introduction to
Computer Programming I (3 Credits)
3. Demonstrate the ability to choose and use current
techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing • CSI 32 Introduction to
practices. Computer Programming II (3 Credits)
• CSI 35 Discrete Mathematics II (3 Credits)
4. Demonstrate the ability to apply mathematical
foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer • CSI 33 Data Structures (3 Credits)
science theory in modeling and design of computer- Free Electives
based systems. • MTH 301 AND/OR Free Elective (1-5 Credits)
5. Demonstrate the ability to analyze the local SUBTOTAL 27
and global impact of computing on individuals,
organizations and society.
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Students requiring MTH 30 must use free elective credits for
this purpose.

COMPUTER SCIENCE CURRICULUM

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SCI I and II must form a sequence, e.g., BIO 11 and 12.
(PATHWAYS) NOTES: The program has been given a waiver to require its students
to take MTH 31 to fulfill Required Area B, BIO 11 or CHM 11 or PHY
60 Credits required for AS Degree 11 or PHY 31 to fulfill Required Area C, CSI 30 to fulfill Flexible
Curriculum Coordinator: Dr. Uma Iyer Area E, and BIO 12 or CHM 12 or PHY 12 or PHY 32 to fulfill the 6th
course in the Flexible Core. If students transferring into this program
Required Core complete different courses in these areas, they will be certified as
having completed the Common Core requirements, but it may not
A. English Composition (6 Credits) be possible for them to finish their degree within the regular number
(60) of credits. Students who plan to transfer from this program
B. Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning should consult the requirements of the senior college of their choice,
• MTH 311 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I (4 Credits) including any language requirements. All BCC associate degree
students must take two courses designated as “writing intensive.”
C. Life and Physical Sciences

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