The curriculum in Computer Science prepares students for transfer to California State University, Sacramento and to many other university Computer Science degree programs. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements. Students must fulfill the following major requirements with grades of “C” or better, complete a minimum of 60 degree-applicable semester units (12 of which must be completed at Sierra College) with a grade point average of at least 2.0 and complete one of the following three general education patterns:

✔ Sierra College Associate Degree Requirements;

✔ California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE) pattern;

✔ Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

✔ Engage in continuous learning as well as research and assess new ideas and information to provide the capabilities for lifelong learning.

✔ Read and interpret technical information, as well as listen effectively to, communicate orally with, and write clearly for a wide range of audiences.

✔ Analyze a problem and craft an appropriate algorithmic solution.

✔ Apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline.

✔ Interpret data, think critically and apply the scientific method.