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Computer Science AS Degree Program Guide Sheet

Program Overview

The Associate in Science Degree in Computer Science is designed to provide students with opportunities for immediate employment or for transfer to four-year institutions with whom Saint Paul College has credit transfer agreements.

Students planning a career in this area should have above average mathematical reasoning and communication skills. Students should exhibit qualities of patience, and preciseness, and should enjoy working in a team environment.

Program Requirements:
Computer Science AS Degree

What You'll Learn

  • To develop complex algorithms which underlie common programming tasks.
  • How to construct and analyze the performance of complex data structures and use them to develop efficient computer programs.
  • A sound understanding of the mathematics that underlies Computer Science and be able to develop and deploy computer programs which utilize it.

Career Settings

  • Private industry
  • Manufacturing
  • Government agencies
  • Education

Potential Employers

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Minnesota Mutual
  • Wells Fargo Bank
  • State of Minnesota
  • Northwest Airlines

Additional Benefits

  • Graduates of this program may choose to continue their education at a four-year institution in a Computer Science or related field.
  • With additional education and experience, students may advance to positions such as Database Analyst, Systems Analyst, Software Developer or Programmer-Analyst.

Related Programs also available at Saint Paul College


Computer Graphics Careers

  • Computer Graphics and Visualization AS Degree
  • Web Design Certificate

Computer Programming Careers

  • Computer Programming Specialist AS Degree
  • Computer Programmer AAS Degree

Computer Programmer Certificates

  • C++/Java Programmer Certificate
  • J2EE Application Development Certificate
  • Web Developer Certificate

Computer Network Careers

  • Computer Network Engineering Specialist AS Degree
  • Computer Network Engineering AAS Degree

Computer Network Certificates

  • Linux Systems Administration Certificate
  • Microsoft Network Administration Certificate

Computer Management Information Systems

  • Management Information Systems AS Degree

Web 2.0 Development Technologies

  • Web 2.0 Development Technologies Certificate


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